Preparator
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Posting Details
Position Information
| Position Title |
Preparator |
| Department |
Exhibition - 060 |
| Position Summary |
The American Museum of Natural History is one of the world's preeminent scientific and cultural institutions, and has as its mission to discover, interpret, and disseminate information about human cultures, the natural world, and the universe through a wide-ranging program of scientific research, education, and exhibition.
The Exhibition department is seeking a full-time Preparator.
Job duties include, but are not limited to:
- Develop models and dioramas for exhibitions. Review work in progress with Curators, scientists, consultants, designers, etc.
- Produce mock-ups, build, sculpt, mold, cast, assemble, paint, mount, install, etc., models, dioramas, object mounts, murals, and display casework for display in Museum exhibits. Prepare specimens, artifacts, and other Museum objects for display.
- Clean up the Exhibition production shop, galleries, and related spaces. Perform routine maintenance tasks on exhibit production tools, equipment, and facilities. Maintain and update safety records and supplies.
The expected salary for the Preparator is $51,670/annual.. This position is overtime-eligible and the
AMNH offers an extensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of our dedicated and diverse community.
Pay will be determined based on several factors. The hiring range for the position at commencement is based on the type of work and the scope of responsibilities. The salary and placement offered is based on a number of individualized factors, including, but not limited to, skills, knowledge, training, education, credentials, areas of specialization, and depth and scope of experience. |
| Minimum Qualifications |
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Background and demonstrated experience in art, sculpture, building, and natural history.
- Experience and skill in working with diverse materials including wood, plastics, foam, steel, brass, aluminum, mold-making materials, epoxies, resins, fiberglass, rigging hardware, and paint.
- Basic computer skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with others.
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| Preferred Qualifications |
- Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Fine Arts in a related field.
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| Physical Demands |
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) for prolonged periods.
- Must be able to occasionally lift up to 20 pounds.
- Must be able to move about the Museum campus.
- Positioning/change of positioning: Must be able to frequently position oneself/body to accomplish job duties.
- Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling.
- Climbing: Ascending or descending physical structures.
- Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and up to 20 pounds of force frequently. May include any of the following:
- Pushing: Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force to thrust forward, downward, or outward.
- Pulling: Using upper extremities to exert force in order to drag, haul, or tug objects in a sustained motion.
- Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position.
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| Category |
Full-Time |
| Total Number of Scheduled Hours Per Pay Period |
70 |
| Union Status |
Union |
| FLSA |
Non-Exempt |
| Expected Salary Minimum |
$51,670/annual |
| Expected Salary Maximum |
$51,670/annual |
| EEO Statement |
The American Museum of Natural History is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Museum does not discriminate with respect to employment, or admission or access to Museum facilities, programs or activities on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, marital status, partnership status, gender (including sexual harassment), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy and lactation accommodations, alienage or citizenship status, current or former participation in the uniformed services, status as a veteran, caregiver, pre-employment marijuana testing, sexual and reproductive health decisions, salary history, national or ethnic origin, height, weight, or on account of any other basis prohibited by applicable City, State, or Federal law. Additional protections are afforded in employment based on arrest or conviction record, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking and sex offenses, unemployment status, and credit history, in each case to the extent provided by law. |
| Quick Link |
https://careers.amnh.org/postings/4772 |
Posting Detail Information
| Posting Number |
GS999P |
| Open Date |
04/24/2026 |
| Close Date |
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| Open Until Filled |
Yes |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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Do you have a High School Diploma or equivalent?
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Do you have a background and demonstrated experience in art, sculpture, building, and natural history?
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Do you have experience and skill in working with diverse materials (e.g., wood, plastics, foam, steel, brass, aluminum, mold-making materials, epoxies, resins, fiberglass, rigging hardware, paint)?
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Portfolio
Optional Documents
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American Museum of Natural History
Apr 24, 2026