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Entry Level Museum Jobs in Oregon (NOW HIRING)

Entry Level Museum information

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$19.4K

$41.5K

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How much do entry level museum jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level museum in Oregon is $41,509.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $31,917.00 and $47,376.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Entry Level Museum job?

An entry-level museum job is a starting position within a museum, typically requiring little to no prior experience. These roles may include visitor services, tour guides, collections assistants, or administrative support. Responsibilities often involve helping with exhibits, assisting guests, and supporting museum operations. These positions provide valuable experience for those interested in museum work or careers in history, art, or education. Many entry-level jobs offer opportunities for career growth within the museum industry.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Entry Level Museum position, and why are they important?

To thrive in an entry level museum role, you generally need a background in art history, museum studies, or a related field, along with strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Familiarity with museum database systems, exhibit management software, or digital cataloging tools is often advantageous. Attention to detail, flexibility, and customer service orientation are valuable soft skills for supporting both visitors and museum staff. These competencies are essential for ensuring a positive visitor experience and for maintaining accurate records and smooth operations within the museum.

What are some typical responsibilities for entry level positions in a museum?

Entry level museum employees often assist with visitor services, provide information about exhibits, and support educational programs or tours. They may help with inventorying and organizing collections, installing or maintaining exhibits, and performing administrative tasks such as ticketing or data entry. Teamwork is common, as these roles work closely with curators, educators, and other staff members to ensure exhibits run smoothly and visitors feel welcome. Starting in this capacity provides a well-rounded introduction to museum operations, opening doors to more specialized opportunities in curation, education, or collections management as you gain experience.

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Engineering- Structural- 0-3 Years Experience

Engineering- Structural- 0-3 Years Experience

KPFF Consulting Engineers

Portland, OR

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago


Job description

Company Description

At KPFF Consulting Engineers, we are more than just an engineering design firm. For over 60 years, we have dedicated ourselves to innovative, sustainable engineering that shapes the built environment and tackles complex infrastructure challenges. Our team culture emphasizes balance, growth, and well-being, supporting each member’s professional journey with flexibility, generous benefits, and a collaborative approach to work-life integration.

With over 1,400 professionals across 27 offices nationwide, KPFF’s decentralized structure allows each office the flexibility to pursue projects aligned with their regional strengths. Learn more at www.kpff.com.

Job Description

KPFF Portland Structural is looking for Entry-Level Structural Engineers who are motivated and have a desire for growth.

KPFF is about freedom to work on what inspires you. Our engineers work on a diverse spectrum of projects in locations around the globe: from mass timber buildings to complex, non-linear analysis of high rise structures. We have all the benefits of a large, stable company but operate day-to-day with the flexibility of a small firm. Providing first-class service to our clients is what we are all about.

We are a group of dedicated, friendly and hard-working engineers looking for exceptional engineers to join us. At KPFF you will be trusted to work individually and collaboratively in the design and construction process with talented engineers, BIM/CAD technicians, architects, project managers, contractors, support staff, and client teams for a wide array of intriguing projects.

Our current projects include:

  • Airports
  • Arenas + Stadiums
  • Long-Span Structures
  • Bridges
  • Government Facilities
  • Commercial Developments
  • High-Rise Structures
  • Mixed-Use Developments
  • Corporate Campuses
  • Healthcare + Medical Facilities
  • Education Facilities (K-12 & Higher Ed)
  • Museum + Convention Centers
Qualifications

In addition to being creative, proactive and detail-oriented, the preferred candidate will have:

  • BS in Civil Engineering, Structural emphasis (required)
  • MS or MEng Degree with Structural emphasis (preferred)
  • Strong technical skills
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

Candidates with an undergraduate degree may pursue a master’s degree and receive full tuition reimbursement. KPFF offers a flexible work schedule while pursuing your master’s degree.   

Physical Demands and Work Environment

  • Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while working on a computer, reviewing plans, or conducting site visits.
  • Capacity to move around project sites, climb ladders, and navigate uneven terrain.
  • Occasionally lifting up to 15 pounds of equipment or materials.

Additional Information

Culture and Benefits
At KPFF, we offer a rewarding career path that emphasizes autonomy, innovation, and professional development. Our culture prioritizes employee ownership, teamwork, and shared values, creating an environment where contributions are celebrated, and career growth is encouraged. We support local collaboration with A/E/C firms and are committed to creating lasting relationships with our clients. We aren’t just colleagues; we’re a community that has been dedicated to collaborative innovation over the last five decades, providing you the platform to make a lasting impact on meaningful projects. KPFF Consulting Engineers offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

KPFF Employee Benefits

  • Medical Plan Options: Choice of Traditional PPO or HDHP with HSA, covering health care needs and prescriptions.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Tax-advantaged accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
  • Dental & Vision: Full preventive care, plus coverage for major dental services and vision allowances.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free, confidential support for personal, family, and work challenges.
  • Life & AD&D Insurance: Company-provided life insurance equal to one year’s salary, plus AD&D.
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan: KPFF contributes 3% of salary, with no match needed. 
  • Disability Insurance: Short-term and long-term coverage at 60% income, fully covered by KPFF.
  • Paid Time Off: Generous PTO, two floating holidays, and paid company holidays.
  • Paid Family Leave: Six weeks at 60% pay, with options to use PTO for full income. Compliant with Paid Leave Oregon policies.
     
  • Transportation: 50% subsidized TriMet/CTRAN passes and free bike parking for all employees.
     
  • Additional Perks: Located in downtown Portland, we are in close proximity to Midtown Beer Garden’s food carts, the Tom McCall Waterfront Park, and Pioneer Courthouse Square, and are centered on Portland’s Transit Mall. We provide free membership to the on-site gym and its fitness classes, a wide variety of complimentary snacks (including on-tap cold brew and kombucha), access to an employee lounge with ping-pong table and TVs, and more.
    KPFF is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce.

KPFF Consulting Engineers participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

KPFF Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, religion, marital status, sex/gender (including sexual orientation or gender identity), pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, or any other protected basis.