Exhibition Preparator (Instructional Support Asst I), College of Arts & Letters - Robert and Frances Fullerton Museum of Art (RAFFMA)

Job Summary:

The purpose of this position is to assist the exhibition designer in the design, mounting and installation of artwork for exhibition. Additionally, this role will also maintain museum protocols for the safe handling art and artifacts.

Responsibilities:

Exhibition Support

Under close supervision, assists in the physical setup and breakdown of permanent, temporary, and visiting exhibitions. Follows guidance from curators, designers, and senior staff to handle basic installation tasks such as unboxing artwork, placing display objects, and setting up gallery spaces. Assists in the preparation and organization of tools and materials needed for exhibition work.

Collection and Storage Assistance

Supports museum staff by helping to store and organize permanent and visiting collections. Assists with packing items for transportation under supervision. Performs basic checks on environmental conditions (e.g., temperature and humidity) using installed monitoring equipment as trained. Follows established procedures to maintain safe and secure handling of artwork and materials.

Student Exhibition Assistance

Assists faculty and students with the setup of Master of Fine Arts and Master of Arts student exhibitions in gallery spaces and/or virtual platforms. Performs entry-level support tasks such as preparing materials, moving pedestals or frames, and assisting with basic labeling or signage. May help with simple fabrication activities using analog tools or pre-defined digital templates, under supervision.

Facilities and Event Support

Monitors general cleanliness and organization of the gallery prep area. Assists other staff members with event setup and takedown, including moving tables, chairs, and signage. Follows procedures when working in proximity to museum surveillance and alarm systems, reporting any issues to senior staff for resolution.

Other Classification-Related Duties as Assigned

Performs other entry-level support tasks as assigned by the supervisor, including assistance with inventory, minor equipment maintenance, and general clerical tasks.


Minimum Qualifications:

• Equivalent to six months of experience performing support services for an instructional program and involving such activities as preparing, producing, dispensing, or storing materials, supplies, and equipment required.

Or

• Equivalent to one year of experience in ordering, purchasing. accounting or in office work related to technical materials, supplies or equipment or in an office which provided similar services to a technical function or unit.

Or

• Equivalent to two years of college with 16 semester units in courses involving extensive use of materials, supplies, or equipment.

Required Qualifications:

• Knowledge of procedures and practices related to providing support services; knowledge of procedures and practices related to ordering, issue and inventory.
• Ability to learn quickly the names, uses, and care of common types of materials, supplies, and equipment used in the instructional program to which assigned; ability to inspect materials, supplies, and equipment to determine their suitability for various uses; ability to prepare and follow schedules for providing service;
• ability to count and perform simple arithmetic calculations; ability to read and write at a level suitable for performance on the job.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity and experience with hand tools, woodworking equipment, basic wood shop fabrication methods
• Math skills
• Knowledge of digital and electronic interfaces and fabrication methods
• Ability to troubleshoot and problem-solve across a range of media and situations
• Ability to work at heights (installing and adjusting lighting, projectors; painting, etc.)
• Ability to work independently, and/or in collaboration with others, and/or under time constraints
• Familiarity with handling of art and artifacts in accordance with AAM - accreditation standards
• Bachelor of Art or Bachelor of Science in any field
• One year’s experience in a similar or related position

Compensation and Benefits:

The salary offered will take into account internal equity and experience among other factors.

Initial salary step placement will be at 0.50 time base, between Step 1 ($1,730.50 per month) to Step 18 ($2,423.50 per month) for qualified candidates.

Classification Salary Step Range at 1.0 time base: $3,461 per month - $4,847 per month (Salary Step 1 - Step 18)

The CSU system provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), sick and vacation time, and 15 paid holidays a year. Eligible employees are also able to participate in the fee waiver education program. A summary of benefit information can be found here .

Position Information:

Part-time Non-Exempt Probationary

Academic year schedule: To be determined

The application deadline is: November 25, 2025

As of January 1, 2022, the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

California State University, San Bernardino is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (i.e. H1-B Visas).

CSUSB is not an E-Verify employer and cannot support visa holders with certain requirements (e.g., H1B, F1, STEM OPT).

Conditions of Employment

Background Check

Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Drivers License Check

Possession of a valid Driver's License is required. Employees in this position will be enrolled in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Government Employer Pull Notice Program which confirms possession of a valid driver's license and reflects driving record.

I-9

CSUSB hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. See Form I-9 Acceptable Documents at https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents .

Statement of Commitment to Diversity

In our commitment to the furthering of knowledge and fulfilling our educational mission, California State University, San Bernardino seeks a campus climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the entire variety of human experience. We welcome people from all backgrounds, and we seek to include knowledge and values from many cultures in the curriculum and extra-curricular life of the campus community. We will create, promote, and maintain activities and programs that further our understanding of individual and group diversity. We will also develop and communicate policies and promote values that discourage intolerance and discrimination.

California State University, San Bernardino is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, hire, train, and administer all personnel actions without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, caste, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, protected military or veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. This position adheres to CSU policies against Sex Discrimination, Sexual Harassment, and Sexual Violence, including Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, and Stalking. This requires completion of Sexual Violence Prevention Training within 6 months of assuming employment and on a two-year basis thereafter. (Executive Order 1096) For more information about Diversity & Inclusion at CSUSB, please visit https://www.csusb.edu/human-resources/diversity-inclusion

Closing Statement:

Reasonable Accommodation

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact CSUSB Benefits at benefits@csusb.edu .

Smoking

CSUSB is a smoke and tobacco-free campus. See policy at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/6591951/latest/ .

Clery Act

In compliance with state and federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, California Education Code section 67380, and the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA), the Cal State San Bernardino Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available at: https://www.csusb.edu/clery-act

Advertised: Nov 10 2025 Pacific Standard Time
Applications close: Nov 25 2025 Pacific Standard Time

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• California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB)

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