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City of Albuquerque, NM

Museum Curator

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$62K - $68K/yr

The candidate will work closely with the Assistant Curator of Art and will be responsible for leading the Art program in exhibition development and execution, acquisitions, and educational ...

Woodruff Arts Center

$50K/yr

Exhibition Research & Implementation (60%) Assist curator/project lead with research, cataloguing, and installation of works Developing and maintaining object catalogue records and checklists Manage ...

Audubon Institute

Curator of Birds

New Orleans, LA · On-site

Day to Day Responsibilities • The Curator supervises all staff (Keepers, Senior Keepers, Lead Keepers, and Assistant Curators) in their assigned areas. • The Curator manages and works to ensure ...

Audubon Institute

Zoo Keeper (Primates)

New Orleans, LA · On-site

$18 - $24.25/hr

Assistant Curator of Section working Location: Audubon Zoo General Summary: This position is a Zookeeper at the Audubon Zoo. The position will encompass a skilled professional that provides technical ...

City of Riverside

CURATOR OF HISTORY

Riverside, CA

$79K - $96K/yr

The Curator of History may assist with the museum's ongoing effort to seek and administer grants and private donations and support execution of the Museum's major events. The Curator of History ...

City of Riverside, CA

CURATOR OF HISTORY

Riverside, CA · On-site

$79K - $96K/yr

The Curator of History may assist with the museum's ongoing effort to seek and administer grants and private donations and support execution of the Museum's major events. The Curator of History ...

City of Elkhart

Part Time Curator Assistant

Elkhart, IN · On-site

$18/hr

CITY OF ELKHART - DEPARTMENT NYCRR Museum POSITION Curator Assistant DIVISION NNYCRRM STATUS Part-time CATEGORY Hourly, $18 FLSA Non-exempt REPORTS TO Museum Coordinator DATE 2026 JOB SUMMARY ...

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How much do assistant curator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for assistant curator in the United States is $21.98, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.55 and $24.76 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What Does an Assistant Curator Do?

The job of an assistant curator is to assist the chief curator at a museum with various tasks. These jobs include things like helping to research exhibits and collect new items to display as well as cataloging. An assistant curator frequently helps plan and implement new exhibits, oversees permanent galleries, supports restoration work, helps create educator guides, and supports the marketing efforts of the museum. They may also supervise museum employees, teach students, and respond to inquiries from the public. Many curators also help draft budgets and maintain electronic databases. The qualifications for this position typically include a postsecondary degree in a relevant field.

What are assistant curators?

Assistant curators are museum or gallery professionals who support senior curators in managing collections, organizing exhibitions, and conducting research. Their responsibilities often include cataloguing artifacts, assisting with acquisitions, preparing displays, and helping develop educational programs. They also collaborate with other staff, handle administrative duties, and may interact with the public or researchers. This entry-level to mid-level role is vital for the smooth operation and preservation of cultural and historical collections.

How does an Assistant Curator typically collaborate with other museum departments?

Assistant Curators frequently work alongside colleagues in education, conservation, registration, and marketing to develop and execute exhibitions and programs. They may coordinate with registrars for object loans, communicate with conservators to assess and prepare artworks, and support educational staff in creating interpretive materials. This collaborative approach ensures that exhibitions are both engaging and logistically sound, offering valuable cross-departmental experience and insight to Assistant Curators.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Assistant Curator, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Assistant Curator, you need a solid background in art history or museum studies, usually with a relevant degree, and experience in research or collection management. Familiarity with collection databases, exhibition planning software, and digital cataloging tools is often required. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are vital soft skills for collaborating on exhibitions and engaging with the public. These skills ensure the accurate care, interpretation, and presentation of collections, contributing to a museum's educational mission and visitor experience.
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Museum Curator

City of Albuquerque, NM

Albuquerque, NM • On-site

$62K - $68K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Salary : $62,046.40 - $68,348.80 Annually
Location : Albuquerque, NM
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2601152
Department: Arts and Culture
Division: CS-Prog Mgmt
Opening Date: 06/11/2026
Closing Date: 7/9/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
Bargaining Unit: MP
Position Summary
The Albuquerque Museum welcomes a Curator of Art who is proficient in regional art from New Mexico and the Southwest. A successful candidate should have a national and international awareness to secure and manage important traveling art exhibitions. The candidate will work closely with the Assistant Curator of Art and will be responsible for leading the Art program in exhibition development and execution, acquisitions, and educational programming.
To supervise, assign, review and participate in the work of staff responsible for planning, developing and implementing an assigned program within the City museum including either the creation and installation of various museum exhibits, development of various educational museum programs or research and documentation of objects for inclusion in the museum collection and to handle, process, maintain, preserve and manage the physical artifact collection of the museum.
Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
Essential and Supplemental Functions
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions may include but are not limited to the functions listed below. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
  1. Plan, prioritize, assign, supervise, review and participate in the work of staff responsible for planning, developing and implementing the art exhibition program within the City museum including either the creation and/or installation of various museum exhibits.
  2. Research and document objects for inclusion in the museum collection.
  3. Develop strategies for art, history or collections interpretation, through exhibitions, publications, events and audio-visual presentations.
  4. Coordinate the acquisition of new objects for inclusion in the museum collection; confer with vendors regarding cost of acquisition, and work within city procurement systems, and exterior fund raising procedures, to secure objects for collections.
  5. Establish schedules and methods for providing assigned museum collection services; identify resource needs; review needs with appropriate management staff; allocate resources accordingly.
  6. Recommend and assist in the implementation of goals and objectives; implement approved policies and procedures.
  7. Perform the more technical and complex tasks of the work unit including collecting and organizing exhibits within assigned area.
  8. May plan, oversee and participate in the handling, processing, maintenance and preservation of museum collections.
  9. May coordinate the planning, construction, installation, maintenance, preservation and security of new museum exhibits; determine proper lighting and audio needs; select music for exhibits.
  10. May coordinate and schedule public programs including tours, lectures, symposia, workshops, gallery demonstrations, special events, films, videos and live performances.
  11. May implement youth and school programs; conduct art and history and science workshops; coordinate youth photography exhibits.
  12. May organize and oversee the maintenance of the museum's audio-visual library including the operation of video equipment and the creation of a video reference library.
  13. May process, number and catalog incoming and outgoing objects; assist in artifact identification, condition assessment and photography.
  14. Participate in the selection of museum staff; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline procedures.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:
  1. Participate in the preparation and administration of the assigned budget; submit budget recommendations; monitor expenditures.
  2. Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations within the assigned program area.
  3. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements
Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in art, art history, history, museum studies, cultural or ethnic studies, anthropology, communications or humanities; and
Four (4) years of curatorial experience in the fields of art, history or museum collections; and
To include two (2) years of supervisory experience.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License or the ability to obtain within ninety
(90) days from date of hire.
Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.
Working Conditions
Environmental:
Museum environment.
Physical:
Essential and supplemental functions may require physical condition necessary for light to moderate lifting and for standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time.
Total Rewards. Total You.
The City of Albuquerque takes pride in offering our employees one of the most attractive Total Rewards packages in New Mexico. In addition to competitive salaries, the City provides benefit options for health, pharmacy, dental, vision, life, disability, and much more. The City also has pre-tax savings plans for healthcare, childcare, and parking. Employees participate in the state's public retirement system (PERA), with the City paying up to 75 percent of the employee's contribution. That's higher than any other contribution rate in the state of New Mexico!
Paid holidays? Check
Paid parental leave? Check
Paid birthdays off? Check
Vacation and sick leave starting Day 1? Check and check
Our people matter and we prioritize physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. With resources such as onsite and mobile medical clinics, an employee assistance program that encourages work-life balance, and tuition assistance and professional development pathways, the City is committed to equipping our employees with tools to better their lives and grow their careers while serving their community.
01
Please identify your ability to possess a valid New Mexico driver's license (attach a copy of your driver's license). Select all that apply.
  • Possess a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or have the ability to obtain by date of hire (attach a copy of your Driver's License)?
  • Able to possess a valid New Mexico Driver's License within ninety (90) days from date of hire?
  • Do not possess and not able to obtain a valid New Mexico Driver's License by date of hire or within ninety (90) days from date of hire.

02
Select the highest level of successfully completed related education as identified by the minimum requirements (if applicable, attach supporting degree or transcripts).
  • No High School Diploma
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Non/degree accredited- Some College
  • Associates
  • Bachelors
  • Masters
  • Juris Doctorate
  • Doctorate

03
Select the number of years of work experience you possess which relates to the minimum requirements, if applicable, add verifiable time in a temporary upgrade status and/or volunteer experience when selecting number of years.
  • No experience
  • 1 to less than 6 months
  • 6 to less than 12 months
  • 1 year to less than 2 years
  • 2 years to less than 3 years
  • 3 years to less than 4 years
  • 4 years to less than 5 years
  • 5 years to less than 6 years
  • 6 years to less than 7 years
  • 7 years to less than 8 years
  • 8 years to less than 9 years
  • 9 years to less than 10 years
  • 10 years to less than 11 years
  • 11 years to less than 12 years
  • 12 years to less than 13 years
  • 13 or more years

04
Do you possess the supervisory experience outlined in the minimum requirements? If you have successfully completed the City of Albuquerque's Pre-Management Development Program (PMDP), please include two (2) additional years in your supervisory experience (attach certificate, if applicable).
  • Yes
  • No

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