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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for getty 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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The Getty Museum, formally known as the J. Paul Getty Museum, is an art museum located in Los Angeles, California. It comprises two locations: the Getty Center and the Getty Villa. The museum is renowned for its extensive collection of European paintings, sculptures, decorative arts, manuscripts, and photographs, as well as antiquities from ancient Greece and Rome. Admission is free, and the museum is dedicated to education, conservation, and the public enjoyment of art. The Getty Museum is part of the larger Getty Trust, which also supports research, conservation, and grant programs in the arts.

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AspectGetty MuseumArt Curator
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Art History, Museum Studies, or related fieldBachelor's or Master's in Art History, Museum Studies, or related field
Work EnvironmentMajor art institutions, museums, galleriesMuseums, galleries, cultural institutions
Industry UsagePrimary institution for art preservation and displayProfessionals managing collections, exhibitions, and acquisitions

The Getty Museum and art curators share similar educational backgrounds and work environments, often collaborating within major art institutions. While the Getty Museum is a specific institution, art curators work across various museums and galleries. The main difference lies in the Getty Museum being a specific organization, whereas art curators are professionals working within multiple institutions to manage and interpret art collections.

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To thrive as a professional at the Getty Museum, you generally need a background in art history, museum studies, or a related field, along with experience in research, curation, or museum education. Familiarity with collection management systems, digital cataloguing tools, and relevant certifications such as a master’s degree in museum studies are highly valued. Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills are crucial for engaging with diverse audiences and managing projects. These qualifications ensure the successful preservation, interpretation, and sharing of art and cultural heritage.

What are some typical challenges faced by professionals working at the Getty Museum, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals at the Getty Museum often encounter challenges such as balancing the preservation of priceless artworks with the need for public accessibility, adapting to evolving technologies in museum curation, and collaborating across multidisciplinary teams. Addressing these challenges requires strong communication, ongoing professional development, and a commitment to best practices in conservation and visitor engagement. Team members are encouraged to participate in training sessions and cross-departmental projects, which help build skills and foster collaboration, ensuring the museum can fulfill its educational and preservation missions.
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Associate Conservator of Decorative Arts Conservation

The J. Paul Getty Trust

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

$85K - $113K/yr

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Associate Conservator of Decorative Arts Conservation
Job Family Conservation
Type LT Full-Time
Position Status Getty Center
Workplace Type Onsite
Salaried/Hourly Salaried
Hiring Pay Scale $85,422 - $113,185 Annually
Salary Commensurate with experience and internal equity
Program/Department Museum - 0317-Decorative Arts Conservation
Requisition Number 2026-4791
ERRP Eligible No
Getty is committed to creating a welcoming workplace that reflects the various backgrounds of the communities we serve. We value differences in the pursuit of inquiry and knowledge, mutual understanding, respect, trust, transparency, and cooperation. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status.
Job Summary

Our Mission

The J. Paul Getty Museum seeks to inspire curiosity about, and enjoyment and understanding of, the visual arts by collecting, conserving, exhibiting, and interpreting works of art of outstanding quality and historical importance and is one of four programs of the J. Paul Getty Trust. The Museum operates two facilities, the Getty Villa in Malibu, which exhibits its collection of Greek and Roman antiquities, and the Getty Center in Brentwood, which displays its collections of European art: Medieval and Renaissance illuminated manuscripts, paintings, sculpture, decorative arts, drawings to 1900, and photographs to the present day (including non-European works). The Museum mounts approximately 25 temporary exhibitions a year across its two sites; maintains an annual permanent gallery improvement program and offers wide-ranging and ambitious programming for its visitors.

The Opportunity

The J. Paul Getty Museum seeks a limited term (2-year) qualified furniture conservator to join the Department of Decorative Arts and Sculpture Conservation located at the Getty Center. The position will be filled at the Assistant Conservator or Associate Conservator level, based on qualifications. The targeted hiring range for Assistant Conservator is $72,380.88 - $95,895.28 annually; for Associate Conservator is $85,422.48 - $113,185.28 annually.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for Getty, without the need for current or future visa sponsorship.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in furniture conservation and in the technical study of works of art, along with a commitment to advancing knowledge and practices in this field. A collegial and engaged team member, the limited term 2-year Assistant or Associate Conservator's primary responsibilities include developing and executing major conservation treatments on several masterworks of ebenisterie in the Getty's collection of French 17th and 18th century furniture, in support of the J. Paul Getty Museum's major reinstallation of the Decorative Arts collections. Advanced training in specialized conservation techniques will be provided through a series of master classes led by visiting European experts.

Major Job Responsibilities
    Conservation treatment of French furniture in the collections of the J. Paul Getty Museum, focusing on works of ebenisterie, in preparation for their installation in the newly renovated Decorative Arts galleries at the Getty Center.
  • Close collaboration with Getty conservators, curators and scientists as well as expert consultants to develop treatment goals and specific proposals. This may include the design and coordination of technical studies necessary for treatment planning and evaluation.
  • Preparation of written and visual documentation of treatment and research.
Qualifications
  • Assistant Conservator
    • Bachelor's degree; MA in conservation or equivalent degree preferred
    • 2-4 years experience in conservation
  • Associate Conservator
    • MA in conservation or equivalent degree
    • 5-7 years experience in conservation
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Prefer Masters level degree in conservation from a recognized graduate training program
  • Working knowledge and experience in furniture conservation
  • Demonstrated abilities in the examination, analysis, documentation and treatment of furniture
  • Highly developed hand skills and attention to detail
  • Sound knowledge of the development of design and fabrication techniques of historic furniture
  • Ability to operate and knowledge of technical, analytical, and imaging equipment
  • Proven research capabilities
  • Good knowledge of the chemistry of collection materials and their deterioration processes
  • Strong organizational skills including the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
  • Strong interpersonal skills including written, verbal and listening skills
  • Creative thinking and solutions-based problem-solving abilities
  • Proven ability to work both independently and as part of a team
  • Knowledge of personal safety equipment and standards
Benefits and Perks

Here are just some examples that Getty offers/provides for full-time employees:

  • Medical, Dental and Vision insurance coverage, starting on date of hire. Getty pays 75%-95% of the premium, depending on the plan selected.
  • 403(b) Employee Investment retirement plan - with up to 5% Getty Match
  • Getty contribution of 6%, on behalf of employee, to 401(a) retirement account
  • Educational Assistance and professional development
  • Paid Vacation, Sick and Personal Days
  • 12 Paid Holidays
  • Many positions have bi-weekly Off-Fridays
  • On-Site Fitness Center at Getty Center
  • Community service opportunities

To learn more about our comprehensive benefits and long list of perks, go to Getty HR.

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