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HILLWOOD MUSEUM

Museum Assistant

Washington, DC · On-site

$20.18/hr

Interested in learning about decorative arts, the Museum's collection and founder. * Experience in customer service. Skills/Abilities: * An ability to remain calm under various stressors (illness ...

HILLWOOD MUSEUM

Museum Assistant

Washington, DC · On-site

May assist with special event crowd and or vehicle management. Key Job Elements: If assigned to ... Knowledge: Interested in learning about decorative arts, the Museum's collection and founder.

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Vintage Car Museum Curator

Rogers, MN · On-site

Collaborate with marketing teams on storytelling, exhibit promotion, and public programs. * Assist with donor relations and development events connected to the museum's collection. Operational ...

The Pennsylvania State University

POSITION SPECIFICS The Palmer Museum of Art is seeking a Museum Preparator to assist with ... Pack and retrofit crates as needed. * Assist with the packaging and storing of collection items.

Brooklyn Museum

Museum Attendant Guard

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$42.07K/yr

Communicates Museum policies regarding the safety of the collection and ensures staff and visitors ... Employee Assistant Program * Free admission to various NYC museums and cultural institutions

Brooklyn Museum

Museum Attendant Guard

Brooklyn, NY

$42.07K/yr

Communicates Museum policies regarding the safety of the collection and ensures staff and visitors ... Employee Assistant Program * Free admission to various NYC museums and cultural institutions

Chrysler Museum Of Art

Gallery Host

Norfolk, VA · On-site

Demonstrate respect for visitors, colleagues, and the Museum's collection. * Growth : Show ... Open doors at the main entrance and assist with inquiries. * Training and Tours: Attend weekly ...

Chrysler Museum Of Art

Gallery Host

Norfolk, VA · On-site

Demonstrate respect for visitors, colleagues, and the Museum's collection. * Growth : Show ... Open doors at the main entrance and assist with inquiries. * Training and Tours: Attend weekly ...

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As of May 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for museum collection assistant in the United States is $20.03, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $23.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Museum Collection Assistant helps manage and preserve a museum's collection by cataloging, organizing, and maintaining artifacts. They assist with research, documentation, and storage to ensure items are properly cared for. Additionally, they may help with exhibition preparation and loan coordination. This role requires attention to detail, knowledge of preservation techniques, and familiarity with museum databases.

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

To thrive as a Museum Collection Assistant, you need a solid background in art history or museum studies, attention to detail, and experience in collections care or inventory management. Familiarity with collection management software (such as TMS or PastPerfect), as well as knowledge of proper object handling, documentation, and sometimes certification in collections care is valuable. Strong organizational skills, effective communication, and a collaborative approach are important soft skills. These qualifications ensure the safe preservation of collections, accurate record-keeping, and smooth coordination within museum teams.

What are the typical day-to-day responsibilities of a Museum Collection Assistant?

As a Museum Collection Assistant, your daily tasks may include cataloging new acquisitions, updating and maintaining collection records, assisting with condition reports, and preparing objects for exhibition or storage. You may also help with packing and shipping objects, supporting inventory audits, and collaborating closely with curators, conservators, and registrars to ensure each item is handled appropriately. The role often involves a combination of behind-the-scenes work in storage areas as well as occasional public-facing duties during exhibitions or events. Being detail-oriented and organized is essential, as accuracy in documentation and care directly impacts the preservation of valuable artifacts.
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Museum Assistant

HILLWOOD MUSEUM

Washington, DC • On-site

$20.18/hr

Part-time

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description



Position Description

Title:

Museum Assistant

Employment Status:

Part-Time

Time Commitment:

Total number of scheduled hours varies based on need. Employee’s schedule will be a combination of weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays between the hours of 10am and 5pm.

Primary Functions:

  • Greets and orients visitors at the coat check in the Mansion
  • Acts as rover or sits a static post inside the Mansion.
  • May answer general questions about the Hillwood/exhibit for visitors.
  • Augments Hillwood Security by observing and reporting any suspicious activity, injury/illness, or unusual/unsafe conditions.
  • Assures a positive, enjoyable visitor experience.
  • May assist with special event crowd and or vehicle management.

Key Job Elements:

If assigned to Mansion Coat Check:

  • Welcomes and greets visitors and checks coats/bags
  • Provides information and directions to visitors
  • Reports suspicious activity to Security
  • Relays any emergency information to Security for their response
  • Answers Hillwood-related and general questions
  • Assists Security with emergency evacuation of visitors

If assigned as Mansion Rover or Stationary Gallery Monitor:

  • Circulates throughout assigned area and/or sits a fixed post to observe visitor activity.
  • Provides information and directions to visitors.
  • Reports suspicious activity to Security
  • Relays any emergency information to Security for their response.
  • Answers Hillwood-related and general questions.
  • Assists Security with emergency evacuation of visitors.

If assigned to Special Events or Parking:

  • Assist Security with vehicle management
  • Assist Security with crowd management and wayfinding

Organizational Relationships:

  • Reports to their assigned supervisor or project leader.
  • Collaborates with the Security Services.
  • Interacts with staff, volunteers and visitors of all ages.

Knowledge:

  • Interested in learning about decorative arts, the Museum’s collection and founder.
  • Experience in customer service.

Skills/Abilities:

  • An ability to remain calm under various stressors (illness/injury, emergency evacuation, suspected or overt criminal behavior).
  • Strong observation skills.
  • A warm, empathetic, and enthusiastic communicator.
  • Flexibility, patience, and a positive outlook.
  • Commitment to, enthusiasm for, and comfort with conversing with a diverse range of people.
  • Timely and responsive in correspondence via email and phone.
  • Basic comfort level with and regular use of email and computers.
  • Demonstrates a commitment to the spirit of Hillwood’s mission, vision, and interpretive messages, and keeps them at the forefront of all endeavors.
  • Use of a radio for communications.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a museum security assistant encounters while performing the essential functions of the role.

Museum Assistants are regularly required to:

  • Communicate professionally in person, over the telephone, through email and other electronic means.
  • Stand and or walk for extended periods of time.
  • Ascend/descend stairs, move about their assigned area.
  • Visually or otherwise identify, observe and assess.
  • Occasionally required to lift, drag and/or move up to 15 pounds unassisted.

Notice:

The preceding description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by a Museum Assistant. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of staff to do this role.

Compensation: $20.18/hr