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Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
About the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites:
The mission of the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites is to serve as a catalyst for informal lifelong learning that connects the stories of real people, places and things. Our vision is to be the leader in informal lifelong learning that is recognized, sought-after and celebrated regionally, nationally and globally. We value inclusion, integrity, stewardship and transparency.
Role Overview:
As an Experience Lighting Preparator, you will create and contribute to the lighting, production and repair of exhibitory elements, cabinetry, and auxiliary structures; and assist in the installation and dismantling of new, existing and temporary exhibitions. You will interact with Exhibit Production team members, Experience Design and Development staff, as well as Facilities staff members to support the organization’s mission.
Salary:
The salary for this position traditionally starts at $56,650.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.
A Day in the Life:
The essential functions of this role are as follows:
- Adapting and installing lighting for exhibitory elements, collections, cabinetry and auxiliary structures.
- Organize and document lighting layouts for long and short term galleries.
- Demonstrate proper handling, lifting, moving, placing, crating, uncrating, and hanging works of art and collections pieces as requested.
- Assist with the preparation of galleries for exhibitions and implementing exhibition designs.
- Assists in the planning and coordination of the construction, maintenance and installation of temporary and permanent exhibits.
- Operate single person and scissor lifts.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized workspace.
- This should not serve as a comprehensive list of responsibilities. Other duties may be assigned as needed.
This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.
What You'll Need for Success:
- Experience with a variety of tools and equipment including but not limited to table saws, drill presses, power drills, routers, sanders, circular saws, sawdust extractor and paint sprayer.
- Must have good physical and manual dexterity for fine detail work, ability to climb ladders, run forklifts, scissor lifts, stand for long periods and lift 50+ pounds.
- Must be flexible, open to change, and trying new approaches.
- Ability to operate and maintain shop equipment.
- Ability to have attention to detail and craftsmanship.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to meet deadlines independently, and exercise creativity and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent computer skills including competency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- Extended hours occasionally required during installs.
- Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:
- Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
- Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
- Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
- Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
- Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
- A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
- 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
- Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
- Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
- 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
- Education Reimbursement Program
- Group life insurance
- Referral Bonus program
- Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
- Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Free Parking for most positions
- Free LinkedIn Learning access
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.
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