Museum Operations & Tech Facilities Lead

American Quarter Horse Association; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

American Quarter Horse Association in Amarillo, TX, seeks a Museum Operations Liaison to support a welcoming environment and ensure smooth museum operations across facilities and IT, including exhibits and logistics for events.

You will perform inspections, coordinate repairs with the facilities team and vendors, maintain exhibit spaces, and support safety and asset management while supporting staff and volunteers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections and reporting of the museum’s interior and exterior, including exhibits, audio/visual equipment, and interactives while coordinating with AQHA facilities team.
• Coordinate completion of general repairs and minor construction and escalate to AQHA facilities team and external vendors as needed.
• Maintain the presentation and overall appearance of exhibit galleries and public areas; assist with the assembly, disassembly, touch-up painting, and general upkeep of exhibits as needed.
• Coordinate with AQHA IT department to install, troubleshoot, and maintain interactive exhibit components and related electronics to support exhibit functionality.
• Develop and maintain technology repair and replacement schedule
• Maintain oversight and completion of facility condition report.
• Monitor fire, life safety, moisture, and intrusion detection systems; support compliance with organizational safety and security procedures and coordinate with third party vendors to address any issues.
• Load and unload materials and equipment; transport supplies and inventory to staff, stakeholders, and off-site events or storage locations.
• Coordinate the purchasing and pickup of supplies and materials required for staff meetings, and daily museum operations. Set up, move, and break down furniture and A/V equipment in support of meetings, programs, and facility rental events.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and records; assist in obtaining vendor quotes and coordinating contracted services as directed.
• Track and maintain inventory of tools, equipment, lighting, and cleaning supplies.
• Perform regular assessments of bronze statues and outdoor installations to support preservation, cleanliness, and overall museum appearance.
• Manage installation and orders of donor plaques and other recognition items
• Coordinate with museum team on ensuring proper storage of artifacts and exhibit equipment, troubleshooting exhibit wear/tear and repair needs, maintaining storage facilities, building custom mounts, etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Director.
• Other duties as time permits supporting Foundation events and activities.

Skills

AV systems

Troubleshooting

Preventative maintenance

HVAC/electrical knowledge

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

A/V equipment

Recordkeeping systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

American Quarter Horse Association in Amarillo, TX, seeks a Museum Operations Liaison to support a welcoming environment and ensure smooth museum operations across facilities and IT, including exhibits and logistics for events.

You will perform inspections, coordinate repairs with the facilities team and vendors, maintain exhibit spaces, and support safety and asset management while supporting staff and volunteers.