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Speedway Motors

Museum Collections Specialist

Lincoln, NE

$16.25 - $22/hr

... collection management system. * Photograph and/or scan artifacts to create visual records for ... * Assist in developing and maintaining a comprehensive and searchable digital catalog of the ...

University of Nebraska

Development Manager

Kearney, NE · On-site

Development Manager Job Summary: Answering to the Executive Director, this position provides ... As the home of Nebraska's official state art collection, the Museum of Nebraska Art endeavors to be ...

University of Nebraska

Marketing Coordinator

Kearney, NE · On-site

$36K - $50K/yr

Experience with social media management, email marketing, and digital content creation ... As the home of Nebraska's official state art collection, the Museum of Nebraska Art endeavors to be ...

Kiewit Luminarium

Education Luminator

Omaha, NE · On-site

$19/hr

... * Assist external collaborators conducting educational programming onsite at the Luminarium ... Perform other duties as assigned by the Museum Experience Manager, Education Manager, or ...

Kiewit Luminarium

Education Luminator

Omaha, NE · On-site

$19/hr

... * Assist external collaborators conducting educational programming onsite at the Luminarium ... Perform other duties as assigned by the Museum Experience Manager, Education Manager, or ...

Kiewit Luminarium

Education Luminator

Omaha, NE · On-site

$19/hr

... * Assist external collaborators conducting educational programming onsite at the Luminarium ... Perform other duties as assigned by the Museum Experience Manager, Education Manager, or ...

Hoppe Development

Assistant Property Manager

Lincoln, NE · On-site

$16.25 - $22.25/hr

... addressed promptly. * Assist with rent collection, notices, and other administrative ... Work closely with Property Managers, maintenance teams, compliance staff, and regional leadership.

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What is the difference between Assistant Museum Collection Manager vs Museum Registrar?

AspectAssistant Museum Collection ManagerMuseum Registrar
CredentialsBachelor's degree in Museum Studies, Art History, or related field; experience in collections managementBachelor's degree; knowledge of cataloging, database management, and legal documentation
Work EnvironmentIn museums, handling collections, assisting with curation and preservationIn museums, managing records, documentation, and legal compliance of collections
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in museums, galleries, cultural institutionsCommon in museums, archives, cultural institutions

The Assistant Museum Collection Manager primarily supports collections care, documentation, and curation tasks, working closely with curators. The Museum Registrar focuses on record-keeping, legal documentation, and ensuring collections are properly cataloged and compliant. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds and are essential in museum operations, but they differ in daily responsibilities and focus areas.

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Paleontology Collection Manager

Paleontology Collection Manager

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Lincoln, NE • On-site

$51K/yr

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

Position Information
Position Information
Working Title
Paleontology Collection Manager
Department
University Museum-0932
Requisition Number
S_260369
Posting Open Date
05/19/2026
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)
06/12/2026
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Description of Work
Principal responsibilities are organization, management, preservation, conservation, and supervision of use of paleontological specimens in the collections of the UNSM Paleontology Department, including the Invertebrate Paleontology and Vertebrate Paleontology Divisions. This position also maintains archives related to the collections and other important documents. Responsibilities include maintenance of the Paleontology databases and collection digitization - photography, data records, archived catalogues, field notebooks, and additional metadata (provenance, identifications, etc.). Duties include monitoring the storage environment and security, monitoring for pests and taking appropriate pest management actions, conducting object condition reports, coordinating incoming and outgoing loans, and processing new acquisitions.
This position assists and supervises visiting researchers, trains and supervises collection volunteers, UNL student interns, student employees, nonstudent employees and other users of the collections in collaboration with paleontology staff and curators to ensure proper maintenance of collections. An additional set of responsibilities centers on supporting the museum's public education mission by assisting with exhibit curation (selection of objects, drafting text, installing/de-installing exhibit objects), assisting with educational programs as a content expert and speaker, and contributing to the museum's digital presence by providing content for social media posts and website.
As an EO employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/
Minimum Required Qualifications
  • Master's degree in Paleontology, geology, earth sciences, museum studies or related field and 3 years' experience in managing museum collections, including knowledge of professional practices in object care, documentation, loans, exhibitions, packing and shipping; additional years of completed relevant education may substitute on a year-for-year basis.
  • Working knowledge of databases and standard MS office software proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Supervisory experience.
  • Knowledge of and past experience in securing federal or state permits to comply with federal Paleontological Resources Preservation Act (PRPA) and relevant state laws.
  • Museum collections management skills.
  • Knowledge of professional practices in object care, object reports, archives and other documentation, loans, exhibitions, packing and shipping.
  • Knowledge of taxonomic principles.
  • Ability to follow policies and procedures regarding sensitive data and maintain confidentiality.
  • Must have a valid driver's license and meet University driver eligibility requirements.

Preferred Qualifications
  • PHD in Paleontology, geology, earth sciences, museum studies or related field
  • Working knowledge of Specify and Filemaker Pro databases.
  • Experience working with paleontology field crews and communities.
  • Knowledge of Native American Graves and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) and its relevance to archaeological and adjoining paleontological sites.
  • Demonstrated experience writing exhibit text, exhibit curation; or experience collaborating with educators as a content expert and providing appropriate text or references for curriculum
  • Experience working with undergraduate students or graduate students.
  • Experience supporting faculty and curator research needs.

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required
Yes
Physical Required
No
Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.
No
Criminal History Background Check Required
Yes
Posted Salary
$51,000/yr. minimum
How to Apply
Click on "Apply for this Job". You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter, and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact
Ember Welsch, Human Resources Specialist Lead
Office of Research and Innovation
ewelsch2@unl.edu
Job Category (old)
Managerial/Professional
Job Type
Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)
Work Location (City, State)
Lincoln, NE
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?
No
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Planned Hire Date:
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