[Core] [66% incumbents] Install, arrange, assemble, and prepare artifacts for exhibition, ensuring the artifacts' safety, reporting their status and condition, and identifying and correcting any problems with the set up.
  DWAs: Construct exhibits or parts of exhibits. | Prepare materials for preservation, storage, or display.

[Core] [66% incumbents] Repair, restore, and reassemble artifacts, designing and fabricating missing or broken parts, to restore them to their original appearance and prevent deterioration.
  DWAs: Prepare materials for preservation, storage, or display.

[Core] [66% incumbents] Clean objects, such as paper, textiles, wood, metal, glass, rock, pottery, and furniture, using cleansers, solvents, soap solutions, and polishes.
  DWAs: Prepare materials for preservation, storage, or display.

[Core] [66% incumbents] Photograph objects for documentation.
  DWAs: Document events or evidence, using photographic or audiovisual equipment.

[Core] [66% incumbents] Determine whether objects need repair and choose the safest and most effective method of repair.
  DWAs: Inspect materials or equipment to determine need for repair or replacement.

[Core] [66% incumbents] Prepare artifacts for storage and shipping.
  DWAs: Prepare materials for preservation, storage, or display.

[Core] [66% incumbents] Enter information about museum collections into computer databases.
  DWAs: Enter information into databases or software programs. | Record research or operational data.

[Core] [66% incumbents] Recommend preservation procedures, such as control of temperature and humidity, to curatorial and building staff.
  DWAs: Advise educators on curricula, instructional methods, or policies.

[Core] [66% incumbents] Notify superior when restoration of artifacts requires outside experts.
  DWAs: Discuss problems or issues with supervisors.

[Core] [66% incumbents] Perform on-site field work which may involve interviewing people, inspecting and identifying artifacts, note-taking, viewing sites and collections, and repainting exhibition spaces.
  DWAs: Review art or design materials. | Collect information from people through observation, interviews, or surveys. | Mark materials or objects for identification.

[Supplemental] [66% incumbents] Classify and assign registration numbers to artifacts and supervise inventory control.
  DWAs: Direct department activities. | Classify materials according to standard systems.

[Supplemental] [66% incumbents] Study object documentation or conduct standard chemical and physical tests to ascertain the object's age, composition, original appearance, need for treatment or restoration, and appropriate preservation method.
  DWAs: Evaluate characteristics of archival or historical objects.

[Supplemental] [66% incumbents] Prepare reports on the operation of conservation laboratories, documenting the condition of artifacts, treatment options, and the methods of preservation and repair used.
  DWAs: Maintain operational records.

[Supplemental] [66% incumbents] Perform tests and examinations to establish storage and conservation requirements, policies, and procedures.
  DWAs: Develop policies or procedures for archives, museums or libraries.

[Supplemental] [66% incumbents] Direct and supervise curatorial, technical, and student staff in the handling, mounting, care, and storage of art objects.
  DWAs: Direct activities of subordinates.

[Supplemental] [66% incumbents] Plan and conduct research to develop and improve methods of restoring and preserving specimens.
  DWAs: Research topics in area of expertise.

[Supplemental] [66% incumbents] Deliver artwork on courier trips.
  DWAs: Deliver items. | Operate vehicles or material-moving equipment.

[Supplemental] [66% incumbents] Build, repair, and install wooden steps, scaffolds, and walkways to gain access to or permit improved view of exhibited equipment.
  DWAs: Construct exhibits or parts of exhibits.

[Core] [65% incumbents] Supervise and work with volunteers.
  DWAs: Direct activities of subordinates.

[Core] [65% incumbents] Lead tours and teach educational courses to students and the general public.
  DWAs: Plan community programs or activities for the general public.

[Supplemental] [65% incumbents] Specialize in particular materials or types of object, such as documents and books, paintings, decorative arts, textiles, metals, or architectural materials.
  DWAs: Stay informed about current developments in field of specialization. | Maintain current knowledge related to work activities.

[Supplemental] [65% incumbents] Coordinate exhibit installations, assisting with design, constructing displays, dioramas, display cases, and models, and ensuring the availability of necessary materials.
  DWAs: Construct exhibits or parts of exhibits.

[Supplemental] [65% incumbents] Preserve or direct preservation of objects, using plaster, resin, sealants, hardeners, and shellac.
  DWAs: Prepare materials for preservation, storage, or display.

[Supplemental] [65% incumbents] Estimate cost of restoration work.
  DWAs: Estimate costs of products, services, or materials. | Estimate costs of goods or services.

--- SKILLS ---
  Active Listening (imp:3.88 lvl:3.88) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Reading Comprehension (imp:3.62 lvl:4.12) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Speaking (imp:3.62 lvl:3.50) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Writing (imp:3.25 lvl:3.75) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.25 lvl:3.38) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Monitoring (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Active Learning (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Science (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
  Mathematics (imp:2.25 lvl:2.50) — Using mathematics to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Fine Arts (imp:3.48 lvl:4.23) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  English Language (imp:3.41 lvl:3.65) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Public Safety and Security (imp:3.30 lvl:3.44) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  History and Archeology (imp:3.21 lvl:4.04) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Administration and Management (imp:3.10 lvl:3.79) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Chemistry (imp:3.08 lvl:3.59) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Administrative (imp:2.83 lvl:3.53) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Mechanical (imp:2.74 lvl:2.93) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Production and Processing (imp:2.69 lvl:2.35) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Design (imp:2.60 lvl:2.85) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Mathematics (imp:2.59 lvl:3.18) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Education and Training (imp:2.58 lvl:3.52) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Communications and Media (imp:2.48 lvl:2.79) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Engineering and Technology (imp:2.42 lvl:2.55) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Transportation (imp:2.40 lvl:2.43) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.32 lvl:2.80) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:2.21 lvl:2.36) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:2.18 lvl:2.57) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Law and Government (imp:2.08 lvl:1.88) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Physics (imp:2.06 lvl:1.93) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Geography (imp:2.05 lvl:2.60) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Building and Construction (imp:2.00 lvl:1.76) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:1.99 lvl:2.14) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Biology (imp:1.96 lvl:1.57) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.88 lvl:2.25) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Telecommunications (imp:1.78 lvl:1.15) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Psychology (imp:1.71 lvl:1.50) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.62 lvl:1.17) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Foreign Language (imp:1.60 lvl:0.99) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.47 lvl:0.93) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.24) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.22) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Food Production (imp:1.21) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food

--- ABILITIES ---
  Oral Expression (imp:3.75 lvl:4.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Near Vision (imp:3.75 lvl:3.88) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.62 lvl:4.00) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Information Ordering (imp:3.62 lvl:3.62) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.50 lvl:3.88) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Written Expression (imp:3.50 lvl:3.88) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.50 lvl:3.25) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.50 lvl:3.38) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Originality (imp:3.38 lvl:3.12) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:3.25 lvl:3.38) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.25 lvl:3.62) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Visualization (imp:3.25 lvl:3.38) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.25 lvl:3.38) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.25 lvl:3.50) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.12 lvl:3.50) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.12 lvl:3.50) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.12 lvl:3.50) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Far Vision (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Selective Attention (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Control Precision (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Memorization (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Static Strength (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Time Sharing (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.25 lvl:2.88) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Trunk Strength (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Extent Flexibility (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.12 lvl:2.38) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Depth Perception (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Number Facility (imp:2.00 lvl:2.38) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Stamina (imp:1.88 lvl:1.12) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:1.88 lvl:1.50) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Response Orientation (imp:1.75 lvl:1.25) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Rate Control (imp:1.75 lvl:1.25) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Reaction Time (imp:1.75 lvl:1.12) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo
  Night Vision (imp:1.00) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Sound Localization (imp:1.00) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:4.29 lvl:4.41) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Getting Information (imp:4.21 lvl:4.03) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:4.04 lvl:5.51) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.88 lvl:4.16) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.86 lvl:3.96) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.83 lvl:4.19) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.72 lvl:4.74) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.60 lvl:4.19) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Thinking Creatively (imp:3.58 lvl:4.15) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.57 lvl:3.23) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.49 lvl:3.89) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.41 lvl:4.48) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Processing Information (imp:3.39 lvl:3.56) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.34 lvl:3.97) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Working with Computers (imp:3.31 lvl:2.56) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.29 lvl:3.28) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:3.26 lvl:3.80) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:3.25 lvl:3.17) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.03 lvl:2.71) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:3.01 lvl:2.42) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:3.00 lvl:2.73) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:2.97 lvl:3.46) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:2.93 lvl:3.25) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.86 lvl:2.96) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.83 lvl:2.78) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:2.82 lvl:2.41) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.76 lvl:2.84) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.69 lvl:3.32) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.66 lvl:3.14) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.60 lvl:2.25) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:2.59 lvl:2.84) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:2.55 lvl:2.90) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.53 lvl:2.78) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.37 lvl:2.40) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:2.31 lvl:2.10) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.25 lvl:2.71) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:2.17 lvl:1.36) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:2.03 lvl:1.73) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:1.94 lvl:1.80) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:1.93 lvl:1.67) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.60 lvl:1.18) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:4.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:3.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.74) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Cautiousness (imp:2.62) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Dependability (imp:2.62) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Integrity (imp:2.06) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Integrity (imp:2.00) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:1.97) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Cooperation (imp:1.77) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Perseverance (imp:1.61) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Achievement Orientation (imp:1.52) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Innovation (imp:1.25) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Self-Control (imp:1.19) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:1.18) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative (imp:1.18) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability (imp:1.17) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Cautiousness (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.00) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.99) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Social Orientation (imp:0.81) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Humility (imp:0.70) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity (imp:0.70) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Leadership Orientation (imp:0.69) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Optimism (imp:0.43) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Empathy (imp:0.35) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Cooperation () — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation () — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control () — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Instructing (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Service Orientation (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Time Management (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Persuasion (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Negotiation (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Operations Monitoring (imp:2.50 lvl:2.00) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.38 lvl:2.75) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Management of Material Resources (imp:2.12 lvl:1.62) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Technology Design (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Operation and Control (imp:1.75 lvl:1.38) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Troubleshooting (imp:1.75 lvl:1.00) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Repairing (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.75 lvl:1.12) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Equipment Selection (imp:1.62 lvl:1.00) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Programming (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.38 lvl:0.50) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Installation (imp:1.38 lvl:0.50) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 12,310
  annual_median    : $51,440
  annual_pct10     : $33,780
  annual_pct25     : $41,050
  annual_pct75     : $67,640
  annual_pct90     : $87,530
  annual_mean      : $57,410
  hourly_median    : $24.73

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Maryland ($76,900)
  lowest_state     : Louisiana ($32,350)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.377x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (45 total) ---
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation      emp:    6,440  median: $  49,040
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    3,580  median: $  55,310
  Educational Services                     emp:    1,460  median: $  60,430
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:      300  median: $  50,850
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:      230  median: $  39,610
  Information                              emp:      120  median: $  62,670

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (6 total) ---
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation      emp:    6,440  median: $  49,040
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    3,580  median: $  55,310
  Educational Services                     emp:    1,460  median: $  60,430
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:      300  median: $  50,850
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:      230  median: $  39,610
  Information                              emp:      120  median: $  62,670

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matched_title      : N/A
match_score        : 0.0000
wikidata_qid       : N/A
word_count         : 0
wikipedia_url      : N/A
license            : CC BY-SA 4.0
fetched_at         : 2026-06-02T21:16:46.521975Z

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Museum (similarity: 0.2927)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Museum
  QID: Q33506
  Extract: A museum is an institution dedicated to displaying and preserving culturally or scientifically significant objects. Many museums have exhibitions of these objects on public display, and some have non-exhibited collections that are used by researchers and specialists. Museums hold a wide range of obj

  Title: Conservator-restorer (similarity: 0.4364)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Conservator-restorer
  QID: Q446966
  Extract: A conservator-restorer is a professional responsible for the preservation of artistic and cultural artifacts, also known as cultural heritage. Conservators possess the expertise to preserve cultural heritage in a way that retains the integrity of the object, building or site, including its historica

  Title: Conservation technician (similarity: 0.4483)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Conservation_technician
  QID: Q16879551
  Extract: A conservation technician is a specialist in conservation methods pertaining to cultural property, and who may work in museums or public or private conservation organizations. A technician may also work in conjunction with other collection staff, such as a registrar (museum) or collection manager.

  Title: Munch Museum (similarity: 0.2553)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Munch_Museum
  QID: Q844926
  Extract: Munch Museum, marketed as MUNCH since 2020, is an art museum in Bjørvika, Oslo, Norway, dedicated to the life and works of the Norwegian artist Edvard Munch.

  Title: Theodor Bartus (similarity: 0.0816)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Theodor_Bartus
  QID: Q107990
  Extract: Theodor Bartus was a German sailor, museum technician, and conservator. Bartus was the son of a master weaver. He began his nautical career on the sailing ship of his uncle. In Australia, he passed his First mate exam and became captain. He acquired many years of experience sailing ships. At times, 

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Strong O*NET data coverage with detailed skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities. BLS wage data from May 2025 provides current market intelligence. Clear job zone and education requirements support career pathway analysis.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-03T17:42:34.349081+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,632
tokens_output        : 4,549
cost_usd             : $0.050977
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match found, but 'Conservator-restorer' and 'Conservation technician' provide relevant context about professional preservation responsibilities. The 'Museum' entry offers institutional context for the work environment.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Museum Technicians and Conservators are specialized professionals who preserve, restore, and prepare cultural artifacts and specimens for museum collections. They combine scientific knowledge with artistic skills to handle objects ranging from ancient fossils and textiles to contemporary art pieces, ensuring these materials remain accessible for research, education, and public display. Their work requires meticulous attention to detail and expertise in conservation techniques to maintain the integrity of historically and culturally significant items.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A museum technician or conservator begins their day examining artifacts to assess their condition and determine appropriate treatment methods. They spend significant time handling and moving objects carefully, using specialized tools and techniques to clean, repair, or stabilize items using solvents, adhesives, and conservation-grade materials. Documentation is crucial - they photograph objects before, during, and after treatment, then enter detailed information about the collection into computer databases. They prepare artifacts for exhibition by installing and arranging displays, ensuring proper environmental controls for temperature and humidity. Throughout the day, they coordinate with curators, educators, and other museum staff to discuss preservation strategies and exhibit planning.

WHO THRIVES:
Individuals who excel in this role possess a strong combination of realistic and conventional personality traits, showing patience for detailed, methodical work and genuine care for preserving cultural heritage. They thrive on solving complex problems related to material deterioration and finding innovative ways to stabilize fragile objects. Strong visual acuity and manual dexterity are essential, as is the ability to work independently for extended periods while maintaining exacting standards. Those who succeed typically have an appreciation for art, history, or natural sciences, combined with scientific curiosity about materials and chemical processes. The role attracts detail-oriented professionals who can communicate effectively with diverse audiences, from academic researchers to museum visitors.

CAREER ENTRY:
Entry into this field typically requires a bachelor's degree in art history, archaeology, chemistry, or a related field, with 41.3% of professionals holding master's degrees and 24.1% having bachelor's degrees. Many positions require specialized training in conservation techniques, often obtained through post-secondary certificate programs (20.3% of practitioners) or graduate programs in museum studies or conservation. Hands-on experience through internships at museums, historical societies, or conservation labs is highly valued. Some positions may accept candidates with strong backgrounds in fine arts, chemistry, or related technical fields combined with on-the-job training in conservation methods.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Museum technicians often advance to senior conservator positions, specializing in particular types of materials such as textiles, paintings, or archaeological artifacts. Career progression may lead to roles as chief conservators, museum curators, or collection managers with greater responsibility for institutional preservation policies and budgets. Some professionals move into private conservation practice, working as independent contractors for museums, historical societies, or private collectors. Advanced practitioners may pursue teaching positions at universities with conservation programs or become involved in research and development of new conservation techniques and materials.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The field employs 12,310 professionals nationally with a median annual wage of $51,440 according to BLS OEWS May 2025, ranging from $33,780 to $87,530 for the 10th to 90th percentiles. Geographic variation is significant, with Maryland offering the highest wages at $76,900 compared to Louisiana's $32,350, representing a 2.38x ratio difference. Employment is concentrated in Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation (6,440 positions), government agencies (3,580 positions), and educational institutions (1,460 positions). The field faces steady but modest growth as museums increasingly recognize the importance of professional conservation practices, though competition remains strong for positions at prestigious institutions. Remote work opportunities are limited due to the hands-on nature of the work, concentrating opportunities in metropolitan areas with major cultural institutions.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
This occupation has low automation risk due to its reliance on complex manual dexterity, critical thinking about unique conservation challenges, and the need for human judgment in handling irreplaceable cultural artifacts. The core activities of identifying object conditions, selecting appropriate treatment methods, and performing delicate restoration work require human expertise that cannot be easily replicated by machines. While digital tools for documentation and analysis continue to advance, the fundamental hands-on nature of conservation work provides strong protection against automation.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [skill_overlap] Curators (25-4012.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles share high importance in Fine Arts knowledge (3.5 vs similar) and Oral Expression abilities (3.8), working together in museum settings.
    data: Fine Arts knowledge imp:3.5
    data: Oral Expression imp:3.8
    data: Museum collections focus
  [knowledge_overlap] Archivists (25-4011.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Shared emphasis on History and Archeology knowledge (3.2 importance) and similar work with cultural preservation and documentation.
    data: History and Archeology knowledge imp:3.2
    data: Documentation tasks
    data: Cultural preservation focus
  [task_similarity] Set and Exhibit Designers (27-1027.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles involve installing and arranging displays, with shared work activities in handling and moving objects (4.0 importance).
    data: Handling and Moving Objects imp:4.0
    data: Install and arrange exhibits
    data: Display preparation
  [knowledge_overlap] Chemical Technicians (19-4031.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Shared Chemistry knowledge (3.1 importance) for understanding conservation materials and treatment processes.
    data: Chemistry knowledge imp:3.1
    data: Laboratory techniques
    data: Material analysis
  [riasec_cluster] Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators (27-1013.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both occupations show strong Realistic (5.67) and Conventional (4.58) RIASEC patterns, indicating similar work preferences for hands-on detailed tasks.
    data: RIASEC R:5.67, C:4.58
    data: Fine Arts knowledge
    data: Hands-on creative work
  [career_pathway] Librarians and Media Collections Specialists (25-4022.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Similar Job Zone 4 education requirements and shared work in cultural institution collection management and preservation.
    data: Job Zone 4
    data: Collections management
    data: Cultural institution setting
  [knowledge_overlap] Historians (19-3093.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Strong overlap in History and Archeology knowledge (3.2 importance) and research methodology for understanding cultural artifacts.
    data: History and Archeology knowledge imp:3.2
    data: Research methods
    data: Cultural analysis

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['museum technician', 'conservator', 'art conservator', 'conservation technician', 'conservation specialist', 'artifact restoration', 'museum conservation', 'cultural preservation']
  exclude_keywords : ['curator', 'archivist', 'librarian', 'art teacher', 'gallery manager']
  title_patterns   : ['*conservator*', '*conservation*', '*museum technician*', '*art preparator*', '*restoration*']
  common_variations: ['art conservator', 'conservation technician', 'conservation specialist', 'museum conservation technician', 'artifacts conservator', 'textile conservator', 'conservation worker', 'document restorer']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['tendency', 'others', 'materials', 'objects', 'equipment', 'conservation', 'museum', 'principles', 'activities', 'artifacts', 'preservation', 'control', 'techniques', 'problems', 'includes', 'identifying', 'procedures', 'object', 'ideas', 'public']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
tendency                   42  0.01426  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     38  0.01290  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
materials                  28  0.00951  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:36%  dwas:36%  inference:18%
objects                    27  0.00917  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:44%  onet_tasks:19%  wikipedia:15%
equipment                  27  0.00917  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:85%  dwas:11%  onet_tasks:4%
conservation               19  0.00645  inference            inference:68%  wikipedia:21%  onet_tasks:11%
museum                     17  0.00577  inference            inference:53%  wikipedia:41%  onet_tasks:6%
principles                 16  0.00543  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
activities                 15  0.00509  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:60%  dwas:33%  inference:7%
artifacts                  14  0.00475  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:57%  inference:36%  wikipedia:7%
preservation               14  0.00475  dwas                 dwas:36%  onet_tasks:29%  inference:21%
control                    14  0.00475  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:86%  onet_tasks:14%
techniques                 14  0.00475  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:71%  inference:29%
problems                   12  0.00407  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  onet_tasks:8%  dwas:8%
includes                   12  0.00407  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
identifying                11  0.00374  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:73%  onet_tasks:18%  inference:9%
procedures                 11  0.00374  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:73%  onet_tasks:18%  dwas:9%
object                     11  0.00374  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:55%  onet_tasks:27%  wikipedia:9%
ideas                      11  0.00374  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
public                     10  0.00340  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:40%  wikipedia:30%  onet_tasks:10%
body                       10  0.00340  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
repair                      9  0.00306  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:56%  onet_dimensions:22%  dwas:11%
storage                     9  0.00306  dwas                 dwas:56%  onet_tasks:33%  onet_dimensions:11%
events                      9  0.00306  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  dwas:11%
human                       9  0.00306  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
resources                   9  0.00306  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
moving                      9  0.00306  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  dwas:11%  inference:11%
standards                   9  0.00306  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
quickly                     9  0.00306  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
performing                  9  0.00306  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
orientation                 9  0.00306  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
programs                    9  0.00306  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:44%  inference:33%  dwas:22%
museums                     9  0.00306  wikipedia            wikipedia:56%  inference:33%  dwas:11%
cultural                    9  0.00306  wikipedia            wikipedia:56%  inference:44%
treatment                   8  0.00272  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:38%  inference:38%  onet_tasks:25%
appropriate                 8  0.00272  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:62%  inference:25%  onet_tasks:12%
handling                    8  0.00272  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:62%  inference:25%  onet_tasks:12%
design                      8  0.00272  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  onet_tasks:12%  dwas:12%
display                     8  0.00272  dwas                 dwas:62%  onet_tasks:12%  wikipedia:12%
needs                       8  0.00272  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%