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C., The George Washington University Museum and The Textile Museum celebrates art, history and world cultures. Public programs and exhibitions are inspired by diverse collections of global textiles ...

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As of Aug 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level textile museum in the United States is $16.49, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $16.83 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Textile Museum vs Textile Conservator?

AspectEntry Level Textile MuseumTextile Conservator
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in Museum Studies, Art History, or related fieldMaster's degree in Conservation, Fine Arts, or related field; certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentMuseums, cultural institutions, educational settingsConservation labs, museums, private practices
Employer & Industry UsageEntry-level roles in museums or cultural institutions focusing on textilesSpecialized conservation projects, preservation of textile artifacts

In summary, an Entry Level Textile Museum role typically involves assisting with exhibits, collections management, and educational programs, requiring a bachelor's degree. A Textile Conservator, however, is a specialized professional responsible for preserving and restoring textile artifacts, often requiring advanced training and certification. Both roles are essential in the textile and museum industries but differ in expertise, responsibilities, and qualifications.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Textile Museum job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% Locum Tenens, 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 11% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,300 per year, or $16.5 per hour.

Student Administrative Assistant II _Non-FWS

On-site

GW Student
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$19.25 - $26.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

Position Information

Fill out your application carefully and completely, including attaching the correct documents as requested. You will NOT be able to withdraw and reapply if you make a mistake.

Positions may close unexpectedly if they reach a high number of applicants. It is in your best interest to apply promptly to any positions that interest you.

If this position title includes the label On-Campus FWS or Off-Campus FWS, it is for students with a Federal Work Study (FWS) award for the current school year ONLY. Applicants to these positions will be required to verify this by attaching their FWS Program Student Statement as a required document. Do not apply unless you meet this criterion.

Position Title Student Administrative Assistant II _Non-FWS Level of Support Student Support II Position Type Non-FWS Number of Openings 1 Work Hours During Standard Business Hours (M-F 8am-5pm) Wage Per Hour 18.80 Division/School GW Museums Department Name 100371 TEXTILE MUSEUM-ADMIN Department Bio
Located on GW's campus in downtown D.C., The George Washington University Museum and The Textile Museum celebrates art, history and world cultures. Public programs and exhibitions are inspired by diverse collections of global textiles and local history. Resources for students and scholars include the peer-reviewed The Textile Museum Journal, the Cotsen Textile Traces Study Center and the Albert H. Small Center for National Capital Area Studies.
Position Specific Summary
This position is for the role of student administrative assistant. Your primary responsibility will be to assist the director and special assistant to the director in data gathering and other tasks related to strategic planning and museum board relations.
Responsibilities may include the following:
  • Suveying best practices at academic museums and galleries
  • Collecting information about academic museum volunteer group bylaws
  • Drafting and conducting surveys to collect data from peer institutions
  • Digitizing board books and organizing board archives
  • Supporting tasks related to strategic planning and reaccreditation
  • Additional support and special projects as needed

Approximate hours per week: 8-12
Work dates: 9/8/2026-5/14/2027
Standard Position Description

The student will serve as an administrative assistant and perform tasks to support the operations of the the office or department. Task may include managing small to mid-level projects or events, responding to departmental inquiries, assist with communications and marketing, data entry, and other general office tasks. Special projects or duties may be assigned related to specific office needs.

Professional Outcomes Critical Thinking, Communication, Leadership, Professionalism, Career Development Required Qualifications

Some applicable educational, technical, or professional experience required, some training will be provided.

Preferred Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
  • Enrolled as second year student in Museum Studies or GW certificate program in Nonprofit Management

Desired Qualifications:
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to analyze multiple forms of data
  • Strong research and writing skills

Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date 08/21/2026 Job Close Date 08/31/2026 Campus Location Foggy Bottom Work Type Designation In-Person Hiring Manager Name Joe Graf Special Instructions Summary EEO Statement
The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) employer committed to maintaining a nondiscriminatory, harassment-free, diverse work and education environment. The university does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law in any of its programs, activities, or employment practices.
For more information on this policy and its purpose, please read the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement.
Background Check
The student employee will: In this position, the student will not perform any functions and/or have access to any financially, safety, or security sensitive items listed above. - Background check not required.

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