MUSEUM TECHNICIAN

State of California; California (MO); On-site; USD 39,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

State of California is seeking a Museum Technician for Hearst San Simeon State Historic Monument (Hearst Castle) in San Luis Obispo County. The position supports specialized cleaning, protection, and limited restoration of artworks and works with custodians and maintenance staff.

Typical schedule is 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM, Tuesday–Saturday or Sunday–Thursday, with some holidays. A valid California driver’s license is required; this in-office, permanent, full-time role may involve indoor and outdoor

Qualifications

• Valid Class C driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Specialized cleaning, protection and limited restoration of artworks in the Hearst San Simeon State Historic Monument (Hearst Castle).
• Collaborates with Museum Custodians, Park Aides and Maintenance Aides to care for furnishings and building interiors.
• Work may include both interior and exterior environments around artifacts and artifacts preservation.

Job description

$3,535.00 - $5,001.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 10/28/2026

The reporting location for this position is the Museum Collections Maintenance Office at Hearst Castle, San Simeon CA. This position will work under the direction of the Curator I.

This position is responsible for duties in specialized cleaning, protection and limited restoration of works of art (paintings, sculptures, rugs, textiles, furniture, etc.) in the collection of Hearst San Simeon State Historical Monument (Hearst Castle)and performs other related work to manage the collection. The Museum Technician works withMuseum Custodians, Park Aides and Maintenance Aides in providing the care, cleaning, protection and maintenance of the furnishings and building interiors of Hearst Castle.

Hearst Castle is open 7 days a week. The typical work schedule is Tuesday – Saturday or Sunday - Thursday, 6:30AM - 3:00PM, and holidays, as necessary.

Training and Development Assignments may be considered.

This position is designated as not telework eligible.

This position requires a valid Class C driver’s license. You must answer the questions addressing your driver’s license on your application. Ensure you provide your driver’s license number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions on your application.

State housing is not available. For further information regarding this position, please contact Michelle Chavez at [phone] or [e-mail] .

This recruitment may be used to fill identical vacancies which may occur within 180 days of the Final Filing Date of this job posting.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions

Working in the interior and exteriors of historic structures around artifacts. Exposed to cleaning products, chemicals, dirt, dust, mold, fumes, unpleasant odors, loud noises, and droppings from pests. Schedule is based on operational need and may change at any time. Typical hours are 6:30am to 3:00pm and may include work on Saturdays and or Sundays, and holidays, and at odd or irregular hours, and under adverse weather conditions (extreme heat, high winds, and rain). Must adhere to departmental uniform requirements. Outdoor work is common.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Incumbent will need to be able to perform the essential job functions (duties) of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. Requires the ability to access all areas of the facility throughout the workday, climb four floors of stairs approximately four times per day, lift up to 35 pounds, and climb a six-foot ladder. Traverse indoor and outdoor areas with steps without handrails and with uneven and variable rises and runs. Daily duties require the incumbent to stand, sit, and walk with repetitive leg and arm movements and constant hand grasping and finger dexterity, may occasionally bend, reach forward and overhead, squat, and kneel. Frequent and prolonged periods of standing, walking, and sitting. Requires moderate physical work; moderate lifting, pushing, or pulling.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• MUSEUM TECHNICIAN

MUSEUM TECHNICIAN $3,535.00 - $4,424.00A $3,997.00 - $5,001.00B New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: Multiple

Work Location: San Luis Obispo County

Telework: In Office

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Facility: San Luis Obispo Coast District

Department Information

The mission of California State Parks is to provide for the health, inspiration, and education of the people of California by helping to preserve the state's extraordinary biological diversity, protecting its most valued natural and cultural resources, and creating opportunities for high-quality outdoor recreation.

All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination.

• The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.

Candidates that believe they meet the Minimumqualifications based on a pattern of education from the classificationdescription (specifications) must provide a copy of your degree/transcriptsand/or license along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for thisposition. If selected for the position transcripts will be requiredprior to appointment.

DO NOT include any confidential information to your application or supportingdocuments (i.e., Social Security Number, birthdate, marital status, medicalinformation, examination results, method of eligibility, etc.).

SROA/SURPLUS Applicants: You must check the SROA/Surplus asyour claimed method of eligibility and attach your SROA/Surplus letter as anadditional document.

Eligibility Information

To be appointed you must satisfy one of the following requirements:

• List Eligibility – Successfully complete the civil service exam. Click here for more information on how to apply for the exam. NOTE: Please refer to the exam bulletin for the frequency of administration of this exam.
• Transfer Eligibility – Must have current employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable. If in a different classification, you must meet the minimum qualifications (see Minimum Qualifications section and associated links above).
• Reinstatement Eligibility – Previously obtained permanent employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable. If in a different classification, you must meet the minimum qualifications (see Minimum Qualifications section and associated links above).

In some special circumstances, candidates who meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position, but who do not have one of the types of eligibility listed above, may be hired. However, this is rare, and the preferred method of appointment is through eligibility as described above.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: http://www.parks.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled.You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s)to the Department's EEO Office.

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice)TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.