Description

WCCFA is seeking a dedicated and qualified Paintings Conservator to work at the WCCFA Denver conservation lab and in the field. In this role, the candidate will be an integral part of a team of seasoned conservation professionals who specialize in the preservation of paintings and murals, ensuring the highest standards of quality and care.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Examines artwork, documents existing conditions, and provides recommendations for conservation treatment durations 
• Undertakes required hands-on treatments and assessments
• Provides treatment proposals, estimates, examination and condition reports, and final treatment reports in a timely manner, managing priorities and meeting deadlines while adhering to conservation standards for care
• Carries out treatment photography per AIC standards
• Responsible for conducting research related to the care and preservation of paintings and specific projects, and staying up to date on advancements in conservation practices
• Engages and communicates with WCCFA clients using the highest service standards, from project intake to completion
• Advises on preventative conservation practices and strategies, environmental control monitoring, framing techniques, and processes
• Participates in the upkeep of the WCCFA conservation lab, advising on equipment upgrades, materials, and supply inventory 

Qualifications:

• Candidate must be a consummate professional, who is looking for a long-term career commitment with self-directed and self-managed daily goals
• Minimum 5 years of professional conservation experience
• All work must be performed in accordance with the AIC Code of Ethics and Guidelines for Practice
• Education qualifications: A master’s degree from a recognized art conservation program with specialization in paintings is required
• Possesses sophisticated skills in hands-on treatment
• Capable of safely lifting 40 lbs., with experience in working on scaffoldings and ladders
• Available for fieldwork and infrequent travel
• Professional competence with computer programs, such as Word, Excel, Outlook and ability to learn new software as needed
• Has high-level verbal communication skills, retaining a collaborative and interactive spirit among a group environment, actively communicating with staff and colleagues both in person and through virtual, long-distance communication with Denver and Miami office/lab locations, as well as any other fieldwork locations
• Maintains an effective working relationship with WCCFA clients, colleagues, and vendors by contributing to a positive organizational and culture based on mutual respect, collegiality, collaboration, and openness to many perspectives
• Technician and intern management experience
• Candidate must be allowed to work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in art handling, framing techniques, photodocumentation, and Adobe photo editing software
• Familiarity with project management and time-tracking software systems
• Maintains current and pursues new collaborations with research institutions and conservation programs
• Willing to share scholarly research through presentations and publications while representing WCCFA at educational or public events and at national and international conferences