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Spotsylvania County, VA

Tourism Counselor

Spotsylvania, VA · On-site

$13.49 - $19.02/hr

Work involves greeting visitors to the Spotsylvania Visitor Center and County Museum, as well as fostering a positive public image. Work also involves preparing information in response to consumer ...

JCPRD

Museum Summer Gallery Attendant

Overland Park, KS · On-site

$16/hr

Overview Join the award-winning Johnson County Park and Recreation District (JCPRD) team and help ... Summer Gallery Attendants at the Johnson County Museum play an integral role in ensuring that ...

Brown County

Museum Director

Green Bay, WI

$95.71K/yr

Serves as the primary liaison between the County, the Museum, local museum organizations, and the Museum Foundation. Represents the Museum at public events and functions, acts as its spokesperson to ...

Brown County, WI

Museum Director

Green Bay, WI · On-site

$95.71K/yr

Serves as the primary liaison between the County, the Museum, local museum organizations, and the Museum Foundation. Represents the Museum at public events and functions, acts as its spokesperson to ...

Minnehaha County

Museum Aide

Sioux Falls, SD

$16.25/hr

We are dedicated to preserving Minnehaha County heritage and providing an enriching experience for our community. Museum Aides are an essential part of our team and contribute to the operation of the ...

Minnehaha County

Museum Aide

Sioux Falls, SD

$16.25/hr

We are dedicated to preserving Minnehaha County heritage and providing an enriching experience for our community. Museum Aides are an essential part of our team and contribute to the operation of the ...

Minnehaha County, SD

Museum Aide

Sioux Falls, SD · On-site

$16.25/hr

We are dedicated to preserving Minnehaha County heritage and providing an enriching experience for our community. Museum Aides are an essential part of our team and contribute to the operation of the ...

Minnehaha County

Museum Aide

Minneapolis, MN

$16.25/hr

We are dedicated to preserving Minnehaha County heritage and providing an enriching experience for our community. Museum Aides are an essential part of our team and contribute to the operation of the ...

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As of May 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for county museum in the United States is $44,195.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,500.00 and $48,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To excel as a County Museum professional, you generally need a background in history, museum studies, art, or a related field, often supported by a relevant degree or certification. Familiarity with collection management systems, exhibit design software, and digital archiving tools is typically required. Strong communication, organizational ability, and public engagement skills set individuals apart in this role. These competencies are crucial for preserving artifacts, educating the public, and ensuring the museum operates smoothly and effectively.

What are some typical challenges faced by professionals working at a county museum, and how can applicants prepare for them?

Professionals at a county museum often face the challenge of balancing limited resources with the need to provide engaging and educational experiences for visitors. Staff members may wear multiple hats, from curating exhibits to conducting outreach and managing collections. Collaborating with volunteers and local community groups is common, so strong communication and organizational skills are essential. Applicants can prepare by gaining experience in project management, public engagement, and by staying flexible in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.

What is a county museum?

A county museum is a cultural institution operated at the county level to preserve, interpret, and display artifacts and exhibits related to the local history, culture, and heritage of a specific geographic area. These museums often showcase collections that highlight significant events, people, industries, and natural history relevant to the county. They serve as educational resources for the community, offering programs, tours, and activities for visitors of all ages. County museums play a vital role in promoting local pride and understanding of regional identity.
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Reno County Museum

The Volunteer Center of Reno County

Hutchinson, KS

Full-time

Posted 23 hours ago

Job description

RENO COUNTY MUSEUM is looking for museum aide volunteers Tuesdays through Saturdays from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. or 1 p.m.-4 p.m. Museum aides will The mission of the Reno County Museum is to collect, preserve, interpret and share the greet museum patrons at the main entrance and provide information related to various facilities within the museum, provide information and assistance to patrons of the gift shop, including the operation of the cash register and issuance of receipts, as well as accept donations.

Volunteers will be tracking attendance, tagging and stocking items and keeping the gift shop clean. There could be small office tasks that could be done at the front desk such as helping with event materials also. Volunteers may also be assisting the administration, collections and curator departments.

Volunteers should have an ability to interact courteously with the public, including children, an ability to provide general information related to the museum, its activities, and the community, basic math skills and monetary transactions skills, as well as customer services skills. Volunteers should be 18 years of age and over.

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