ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Assistant Museum Manager Jobs (NOW HIRING)

SIRIS LLC

Museum Specialist

Greensboro, NC

$70K - $90K/yr

Be highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities across projects * Communicate ... Participate in project meetings and assist in identifying and resolving operational challenges

SIRIS LLC

Museum Specialist

Greensboro, NC · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

Be highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities across projects * Communicate ... Participate in project meetings and assist in identifying and resolving operational challenges

next page

Showing results 1-20

All JobsTourism JobsVisitor Attraction JobsAssistant Museum Manager Jobs

Assistant Museum Manager information

What does an assistant museum manager do?

An Assistant Museum Manager supports the daily operations of a museum by overseeing staff, coordinating exhibitions, managing budgets, and ensuring a positive visitor experience. They often assist the Museum Manager with administrative tasks, event planning, and outreach activities. Additionally, they may handle logistics such as scheduling, inventory, and maintenance. Their role is crucial to the smooth functioning of the museum and the successful delivery of its programs.

What are some common challenges faced by an assistant museum manager, and how can they be addressed?

Assistant Museum Managers often juggle multiple responsibilities, including coordinating exhibits, managing staff schedules, and ensuring a positive visitor experience. One common challenge is balancing administrative tasks with on-the-floor supervision, especially during peak visitor hours or special events. Effective time management, clear communication with the team, and flexibility are key to overcoming these challenges. Building strong relationships with curators, educators, and front-line staff also helps create a collaborative environment and ensures smooth museum operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an assistant museum manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Assistant Museum Manager, you need a background in museum studies, art history, or a related field, along with experience in collections management and exhibit coordination. Familiarity with museum management software, ticketing systems, and digital cataloging tools is typically required. Strong organizational, leadership, and interpersonal communication skills help build relationships with staff, volunteers, and the public. These skills and qualities are essential for ensuring smooth daily operations, enhancing visitor experiences, and supporting the museum's mission.

What is the difference between Assistant Museum Manager vs Curator?

AspectAssistant Museum ManagerCurator
Primary RoleSupports daily museum operations, manages staff, and assists with visitor servicesDevelops exhibits, conducts research, and manages collections
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or bachelor's degree; experience in museum operationsMaster's degree in history, art, or related field; specialized knowledge
Work EnvironmentMuseum administration, visitor engagement, staff coordinationExhibit development, research, collection management
Industry UsageCommonly employed in museums for operational supportPrimarily in curatorial departments for content creation

The Assistant Museum Manager focuses on supporting museum operations and staff, while the Curator specializes in developing exhibits and managing collections. Both roles are essential but differ in responsibilities and required expertise.

More about Assistant Museum Manager jobs

What cities are hiring for Assistant Museum Manager jobs?

Cities with the most Assistant Museum Manager job openings:

What states have the most Assistant Museum Manager jobs?

States with the most job openings for Assistant Museum Manager jobs include:

What job categories do people searching Assistant Museum Manager jobs look for?

The top searched job categories for Assistant Museum Manager jobs are:

Assistant Museum Manager jobs near you
Infographic showing various Assistant Museum Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution.

Museum Guide

The Magic House, St. Louis Children's Museum

Kirkwood, MO

$15/hr

Part-time

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

Job Description - The Magic House
Job Title: Museum Guide
FLSA: Non-exempt
Status: Part- time
Reports To: Lead Museum Manager or Museum Manager
Job Purpose: To act as the Museum’s frontline representative delivering excellent customer service while maintaining a safe and playful environment.
Time Allocation: Up to 29 hours per week, as needed, with availability on at least one weekend day and occasional evenings
Expectation of Employee
  • Act in an honest, mature, and professional manner at all times;
  • Treat our visitors and co-workers with respect and courtesy;
  • Avoid any situation that may create or appear to create a conflict between our personal interests and the interests of The Magic House;
  • Safeguard the property of The Magic House through care and respect and avoid waste and abuse;
  • Report to work on time and with a can-do attitude;
  • Keep timely and accurate financial, attendance, and program records;

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Actively engage our guests in exhibit areas, answering questions, and taking an active role in providing an outstanding experience;
  • Act as customer relations liaison with visitors maintaining brand excellence in all areas of the Museum;
  • Take corrective actions to ensure exhibit needs and facility issues are addressed quickly and report unresolved issues to Museum Manager;
  • Know and execute emergency procedures, including lost children, fire and tornado;
  • Monitor exhibits on an ongoing basis for safety and cleanliness, including resetting exhibit areas and report issues to Museum Manager;
  • Supervise volunteers within exhibit areas;
  • Follow opening and closing procedures for public hours, events and programs;
  • Be familiar with basic knowledge of the Museum including current operating hours and event information;
  • Participate in trainings as required by the organization;
  • Perform other duties as assigned;

Qualifications
  • Prior experience working with children;
  • At least 16 years of age;
  • Reliable and dependable;
  • Positive, optimistic attitude;
  • Good verbal and interpersonal communication skills;
  • Excellent customer service skills: helpful, friendly, and patient attitude;
  • Ability to work effectively as a team member, as well as independently;
  • Strong work ethic;

Americans with Disability Specifications
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described for this position are those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to assist individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to stand, walk, sit, use hands, use tools or controls, reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; kneel; talk or hear. The employee may occasionally be required to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance version, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Evaluation Policy: Annual evaluation by Lead Museum Manager and/or Museum Manager (following initial three-month probation)

Apply