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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 ...

Newfields

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

... curatorial, education, visitor services, development, and operations to design and implement ... Facilitate hiring processes and assist with candidate selection * Conduct reference checks and ...

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As of Jul 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for assistant museum curator in Indiana is $72,568.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56,600.00 and $79,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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What does an Assistant Museum Curator do?

An Assistant Museum Curator helps manage and care for a museum's collections, assists with research, and supports the planning of exhibitions. They often handle cataloging artifacts, preparing displays, and coordinating with other museum staff or external partners. Additionally, assistant curators may participate in educational programming, community outreach, and administrative tasks. Their role is essential in preserving, interpreting, and presenting collections to the public.

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To thrive as an Assistant Museum Curator, you need a background in art history, museum studies, or a related field, often supported by a relevant bachelor’s or master’s degree. Familiarity with collection management systems, digital cataloguing tools, and exhibition planning software is typically required. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences set exceptional curators apart. These skills and qualities are essential for preserving collections, creating engaging exhibits, and supporting the museum’s educational mission.
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Part Time Curator Assistant

City of Elkhart

Elkhart, IN • On-site

$18/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 24 days ago

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Job description

CITY OF ELKHART - JOB DESCRIPTION
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
Position assists with operational duties of the National New York Central Railroad Museum. Maintains exhibits to keep in displayable and functional condition. Performs customer service functions interacting face to face with patrons of the museum to provide an enjoyable experience to their visits. Works on artifact research and accessioning artifacts into Past perfect Program with direction of Coordinator.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Assure running exhibits are operating during open hours while patrons are in the facility
  • Constructs and maintain exhibits; keeping artifacts straightened and cleaned and display fixtures in appropriate condition
  • Report extensive repair needs regarding exhibits and the facility to the Museum Coordinator
  • Assist with or coordinate existing exhibit revisions or installation of new exhibits and display equipment
  • Perform preventative maintenance on running model train exhibits including cleaning and replacing tracks, adjustments and minor repairs to cars, etc.
  • Provide patrons with information about the museum, artifacts, and railroad history
  • Accessioning Artifacts with direction of Coordinator.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Opening and closing tasks including turning on off lights and any applicable equipment, setting up and shut down.
  • Facility cleaning duties, including sweeping, straightening up, clearing walkways of debris, snow and ice, and emptying trash containers, and cleaning bathrooms.
  • Answer the telephone and take messages as needed.
  • Greet visitors and collect admission fee as needed.
  • Assist visitors in the gift shop as needed.
  • Handle gift shop transactions as needed.
  • Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
  • Minimal high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
  • Must have previous experience in a similar position.
  • Must have good organizational skills.
  • Must have valid driver's license.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
  • Able to interact effectively with museum visitors in terms of being friendly, courteous, and conscientious.
  • Able to conduct sales transactions (operate register, make change, calculate sales tax, etc...)
  • Light construction skills (carpentry, painting and repairs)
  • Basic computer skills/software knowledge desirable but not essential.
  • Reliability, honesty, conscientiousness are essential personal qualities.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL, AND VISUAL SKILLS
  • Normal vision with or without corrections.
  • Ability to work with a pleasant personality and with all types of people.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in less than 30 hours per week standard office environment.
POST OFFER TESTING REQUIRED
  • The City of Elkhart is a Drug Free Workplace. Therefore successfully passing a post offer drug screen is required (random drug testing may be conducted after employment).
  • Background checks producing acceptable BMV and criminal history reports required.

POLICY STATEMENT
  • The incumbent is required to possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities, and the physical, mental, and visual skills described in this job description to perform the principal duties, responsibilities and essential job functions.
  • This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent. Principal duties and responsibilities are intended to describe those functions that are essential to the performance of this job and "other" duties and responsibilities include those that are considered incidental or secondary to the overall purpose of this job.
  • This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employee holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by the Mayor. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.

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