TMD - Exhibit Technician (Museum Operations Specialist)

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https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=00058498

APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS:
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Your job application must be complete and thorough including responding to all the supplemental questions. Your application must contain complete job histories, which includes job titles, dates of employment, name of employer and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. *Resumes do not take the place of this required information.*

NOTES TO THE APPLICANT:

TMD State Employees support the Texas Military Department by delivering critical services that enable the agency to meet its strategic goals. Your work will contribute to the support we offer our Texas National Guard members, thereby multiplying their capability to serve at home and abroad as missions dictate. The Texas Military Department provides a benefits package that includes, but is not limited to:

• Health insurance benefits (employee premiums are covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
• Optional Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance at competitive rates
• Generous paid vacation, sick leave, and State and Federal holidays
• Defined benefit retirement structure known as a cash balance benefit, with a state match equal to 150% of the account balance at retirement and guaranteed earnings of at least 4% annually
• Additional voluntary retirement savings programs (Texa$aver 401(k) and 457 programs)
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
• Potential for modified work schedules including flex, compressed, or telework (position dependent)
• Free access to Camp Mabry Museum and historical structures
• Robust free training access through Texas Military Department’s Web-Based Learning Program
• Expansive Employee Assistance Program and complimentary counseling services
• Employee Wellness and Physical Fitness Programs

Military membership is not required for this position.

ABOUT US:

Our Agency: The Texas Military Department (TMD) is commanded by The Adjutant General of Texas, the state's senior military official appointed by the governor, and is comprised of the Texas Military Department (State & Federal Civilian Employees), the Texas Army National Guard (TXARNG), the Texas Air National Guard (TXANG) and the Texas State Guard (TXSG).

Our Vision: America’s premier state military organization comprised of professional mission-ready forces, fully engaged with our communities, and relevant through the 21st century.

Our Mission: Provide the Governor and the President with ready forces in support of state and federal authorities at home and abroad.

*BRIEF POSITION SUMMARY*

Performs highly complex (senior-level) work in support of museum administration, operations, collections, exhibits and programs. Work involves managing Saturday Museum operations, supporting curatorial and administrative functions essential to positive visitor experiences and collection stewardship, assisting in the design, construction, installation and maintenance of museum exhibits. Reports to the Museum Director and works under limited supervision with moderate latitude for independent judgment.

*Work Hours:* Tuesday – Saturday, 8-hour days, 40 hours/week

*ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES*

• Serves as the primary on‑site manager of museum operations during Saturday hours and assigned holidays.
• Assists with coordinating the acquisition, storage, and exhibition of collections and related materials.
• Assists with deeds of gift, object intake, and correspondence with lenders and donors to support timely processing and stewardship.
• Supports the curator and museum director with research inquiries.
• Schedules use of museum spaces for internal and external activities.
• Drafts or responds to correspondence related to donors, lenders, and program partners.
• Provides technical assistance on object handling, exhibit preparation, and collection management.
• Assists with school tours, educational programming, and special events.
• Ensures exhibit areas and visitor spaces are safe, clean, accessible, and engaging.
• Oversees building readiness, exhibit functionality, visitor experience, and emergency procedures during assigned shifts.
• Coordinates with staff, volunteers, and any rental or tour groups using museum spaces.
• Assists museum exhibit curator with design, construction, installation, and maintenance of a variety of exhibits, artifacts, and displays.
• Conducts historical research in response to visitor/academic inquiries and to assist collections and exhibit staff.
• Maintains records of exhibits, artifacts, and display changes.
• Performs related work as assigned.
• May work holidays.
• Attends work regularly and observes approved work hours in accordance with agency state employee policies & procedures handbook.
• May be required to perform duty in support of national emergencies, disasters and other missions, to include holidays and weekends.