"Museums are often thought of as a place to relax and learn new things, but from a work perspective,
it may surprise people to know just how fast-paced my job is! Not only do I get an up-close view of local
history and art, but I also help present that culture to our community.
Each project is different! Along with the responsibility of keeping permanent exhibits fresh and topical,
we have temporary exhibits that give our team the chance to learn about new artists, cultures, styles,
and history. There are so many things that go into creating the best space to display our exhibits. I’ve had
to string wire from a ceiling, change out flooring, update lighting, print out display signs, and more! It’s a
team effort, but when you see someone connect with a piece of art or history you really understand
the value of what you do. That will always be my favorite part of the job."

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Job Description

SOC Code: 25-4013

Museum Technicians and Conservators restore, maintain, or prepare objects in museum collections
for storage, research, or exhibit. May work with specimens such as fossils, skeletal parts, or botanicals; or
artifacts, textiles, or art. May identify and record objects or install and arrange them in exhibits. Includes
book or document conservators.*

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Top Job Skills:

• Customer service
• Risk management
• Research Topics in area of expertise
• Problem solving
• Maintain records

General Work Activities:

• Mental Processes
  • Develop policies or procedures for archives, museums or libraries
  • Plan community programs or activities for the general public
• Interacting With Others
  • Classify materials according to standard systems
  • Direct department activities
  • Advise educators on curricula, instructional methods, or policies
  • Direct activities of subordinates
  • Discuss problems or issues with supervisors
• Work Output
  • Construct exhibits or parts of exhibits
  • Prepare materials for preservation, storage, or display
  • Maintain operational records
  • Enter information into databases or software programs
  • Record research or operational data

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Job Statistics

Examples of Workforce Areas with Job Openings

• Trident
• Lower Savannah
• Greenville
• Catawba
• Worklink
• Upstate

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Examples of Employers with Job Openings

• Servpro
• Paul Davis Restoration, Inc.
• The College of Charleston
• Adecco US, Inc.
• State Museum Commission

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Related Occupations

• Archivists
• Curators
• Historians
• Librarians and Media Collections Specialists
• Set and Exhibit Designers

NOTE: All data based on state averages. Information may vary depending on region, experience, and specific employment situation. Last Updated: 2024

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