Darkroom Attendant processes x-ray film through the use of automatic developing machines or a mixture of chemicals and water. Reloads film and plate holders. Being a Darkroom Attendant ensures delivery of developed films to proper medical personnel. May require a high school diploma or its equivalent. Additionally, Darkroom Attendant typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Darkroom Attendant possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. Works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
The Wisconsin Historical Society, considered one of the nation's finest historical institutions, is a State of Wisconsin government agency as well as a mission-driven entrepreneurial organization. The Wisconsin Historical Society, founded in 1846, ranks as one of the largest, most active and diversified state historical societies in the nation. As both a state agency and a private membership organization, its mission is to help people connect to the past by collecting, preserving and sharing stories. At its core, the Society believes that increasing the public's knowledge of history has profound societal, cultural, and economic benefit. The Society’s values are to Embrace a Spirit of Service, Engage our Expertise, Spark Enthusiasm, Cultivate Inclusion, Exceed Expectations, and Think Big and Grow with Purpose. Its collections, historic sites and museums, historic preservation office and extensive educational programs are focused on enriching and transforming lives through unparalleled access to history.
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This is a non-exempt technical support position in the Digital Services micro imaging lab of the Wisconsin Historical Society’s Collections Division. The primary responsibilities of this position include developing exposed film in deep tank microfilm processor; operating the silver duplicator to make duplicate negatives and positives; conducting quality control checks of film; and conducting tests to ensure lab operation meets ANSI/AIIM standards. All procedures require that proper safety equipment and practices be used as needed.
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Pay is $13.00 per hour. This classification is in schedule and class 02-11.
Please note this is a Limited Term Employment position so it does not include paid time off or benefits upon hire.
A criminal background check will be conducted by WHS prior to an offer of employment to determine if the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job.
This is a Limited Term Employment (LTE) position and limited to 1,039 hours. This position will be part time and average 20 hours per week.
Wisconsin residency is required for Limited Term Employment positions.
Limited Term Employment (LTE) positions are not civil service classified positions, do not give any rights to permanent civil service classified positions and do not lead to permanent status.
WHS does not sponsor work visas. Any appointment made will be contingent on the applicant being able to prove valid status to work in the United States.
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Applications are due at 11:59PM on Monday, April 29, 2024.