SUPERVISOR STATE MUSEUM EXHIBITS
Career Family: SUPERVISOR
Supervisor State Museum Exhibits is a state title in New Jersey's competitive civil service, which means the way in is an open exam rather than a direct appointment.
Candidates need a bachelor's degree and 4 years of relevant experience. Pay on the FY2027 schedule runs $79,844 to $117,228, and state payroll lists a single employee in the title, at State.
How to apply
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Exam
This is an application to sit an exam and be placed on an eligible list for this title, not an application for a specific job. A $35 application fee applies to Non-Public-Safety announcements issued on or after 2026-02-01. There may be no current vacancy behind it, and the list it produces may not be certified for months or years.
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Exam
Open to permanent employees in the competitive division who hold a qualifying lower title in the same unit. A $35 application fee applies to Non-Public-Safety announcements issued on or after 2026-02-01. Like the open competitive exam, this places you on a list; it is not itself a job offer.
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Agency posting
Department of State posts its own vacancies directly, often before (or instead of) any civil service exam announcement. Provisional appointment against a posted vacancy is how most people are actually hired into this kind of title.
Who employs this title
State payroll records show 1 person working under this title. The median actual salary is $113,264. The agencies employing the most are:
- State (1)
Counts from NJ YourMoney agency payroll. See statewide workforce analytics.
Official job specification
The text below is the official specification published by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. The plain-language summary and analysis above are derived from it by NJ Civil Service Navigator.
Definition
Under the direction of a supervisory officer in the Department of State, State Museum, supervises the preparation and presentation of Museum exhibits and shows; does other related duties as required.
Examples of work
Prepares plans and specifications for exhibits and shows in the areas of fine arts, cultural history, science, archeology and Museum education. Oversees Museum employees involved in the fabrication, installation, dismantling, transportation, conservation, repair and maintenance of permanent, temporary and changing education exhibits. Analyzes nature of projects to be completed; determines the type, quality and quantity of necessary materials and supplies needed for the completion of the project in a timely manner. Maintains an inventory of displays and materials needed for the planning, design and construction of future exhibits. Oversees the work operations of Exhibits Bureau employees involved in the preparation of exhibits. Supervises the work operations and/or functional programs and has responsibility for effectively recommending the hiring, firing, promoting, demoting and/or disciplining of employees. Assists in the fabrication design for employees in the construction of necessary modules for installation, painting, lighting and exhibit graphics for permanent, changing and traveling exhibitions, and/or exhibit facilities. Coordinates the scheduling and/or renting of vehicles for transportation of art objects, artifacts, scientific specimens and other museum acquisitions. Oversees the operation of State Museum shipping and receiving department. Supervises fabrication of necessary items for implementation of mechanicals and printing reproduction as well as problem solving related to installation. Plans, designs and supervises the construction of collection and/or storage units. Plans, writes and reviews bureau's yearly Projected Budget. Writes and approves bureau's Fiscal Action Requests. Estimates, monitors and maintains the Exhibits Bureau Friends contingency. Maintains blueprints, records and files. Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
Education
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Art History, Museum Studies or other field related to Art.
Experience
Four (4) years of experience in the planning and presentation of museum related exhibits, art shows or cultural event exhibits.
License
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Knowledge of the methods used to handle, prepare, assemble and dismantle museum objects. Knowledge of the methods used to plan and prepare museum exhibits. Knowledge of the materials and equipment used to prepare museum exhibits. Knowledge of the various hand and power tools used to prepare museum displays. Ability to assign, instruct and supervise the work of staff involved in building, repairing, storing and moving museum exhibits and display materials. Ability to use hand and power machine tools safely and efficiently to perform and oversee construction, and develop appropriate work methods. Ability to prepare and interpret blueprints, drawings, sketches, and design visuals for museum exhibits. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those interested or involved in the work of the unit. Ability to maintain records and files. Ability to determine the supplies and materials need to complete museum exhibits. Ability to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units. Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication. Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.
Note
The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.