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Brooklyn Museum

Museum Attendant Guard

Brooklyn, NY

$42K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

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 · On-site

$42K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

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

Hamilton College

Wellin Museum Art Installer

Clinton, NY · On-site

$25/hr

... will assist, as needed, with the installation of art exhibitions and perform duties related to the museum's collection, including but not limited to wall building, painting, fine art handling ...

Hamilton College

Wellin Museum Art Installer

Clinton, NY · On-site

$25/hr

... will assist, as needed, with the installation of art exhibitions and perform duties related to the museum's collection, including but not limited to wall building, painting, fine art handling ...

Birmingham, MI

Museum Assistant

Birmingham, MI

Under the general direction of the Museum Director, the Museum Assistant works 20 hours a week and ... Supports collection maintenance of digital, physical, and archival materials in accordance with ...

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How much do museum collection assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 13, 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.

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.

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 is a museum collection assistant?

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.

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Infographic showing various Museum Collection Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,672 per year, or $20 per hour.

Assistant Curator of the Collection

Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum

Boston, MA • On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Department: Collections
Reports to: William and Lia Poorvu Curator of the Collection
Type of Position: Full-time, Exempt, Maximum Five-Year Term
Salary Range: $75,000 - $85,000 depending on experience
This is an onsite, Boston-based position. Local candidates strongly preferred. No agencies, please.
Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum Core Values
Isabella Stewart Gardner so deeply believed that art had the power to change lives that she built a beautiful, personal, and immersive Museum "for the education and enjoyment of the public forever." Today the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum (ISGM) is a living embodiment of her bold vision; it's a dynamic place where ideas and creativity in all its forms inspire visitors. We strive to tell new stories and challenge assumptions through exhibitions, music, programs, and performances and by engaging the perspectives and collaboration of our communities.
The Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum seeks to connect past with present, develop and sustain mutually beneficial partnerships with local communities and artists, broaden our audiences, and generate opportunities for creativity. We are firmly committed to a welcoming work culture and visitor experience. Our five-year strategic plan outlines the Museum's core values, goals, and initiatives that serve as a renewal of Isabella's promise to serve the public and be a resource for the city.
Position Summary
The Assistant Curator of the Collection is responsible for developing exhibitions, researching, managing, and implementing curatorial aspects of exhibitions and their related publications, interpretation, and materials. They must propose and execute at least one major exhibition in the course of their five-year term. They are also responsible for conducting research on the permanent collection and identifying new narratives and stories related to objects within their area of expertise.
This is a grant-funded position for a maximum of five years, dedicated to reevaluating the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum's collection through the lens of religion and spirituality. The successful candidate may have expertise in any geographic or chronological area represented in the collection. Preference will be given to candidates with scholarly or curatorial experience in projects related to religion and spirituality. Their exhibition and collections-based projects will engage with this particular line of inquiry. The Gardner Museum values collaboration with internal and external stakeholders and the successful candidate will undertake these projects in consultation with outside experts, artists, and community thought leaders.
Responsibilities
  • Propose and execute at least one special exhibition focused on a religious or spiritual topic.
  • Contribute to the conceptualization and planning of public programs and permanent collection projects with spiritual or religious themes.
  • Participate in curatorial decisions in oversight of the collection and programs, including in consultation with conservation.
  • Write texts for the presentation of the collection and exhibitions.
  • Present lectures and public talks.
  • Research on the collection in support of exhibitions, public programs, and publications.
  • Other duties as assigned by the William and Lia Poorvu Curator of the Collection.

Requirements
Required
  • Minimum of three years of experience in a museum curatorial position.
  • Ph.D. preferred, but equivalent experience acceptable; advanced knowledge in a relevant field of art history, as well as general art historical knowledge.
  • Has originated at least one special exhibition or permanent collection installation, ideally with religious themes or avenues of inquiry.
  • Excellent project management and organizational skills
  • An original and flexible thinker who can work across departments; has the ability to conceptualize with other creative individuals.
  • Strong collaborative skills and ability to work across disciplines.
  • Curiosity and interest in other areas of creativity at the Museum, including contemporary art, music, landscape, and education.
  • Excellent writing skills.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and team skills; strong public speaking and teaching ability, with an interest in improving in these areas
  • Demonstrated commitment to creating welcoming, inclusive, and accessible experiences for diverse audiences.
  • Ability to work with all levels of the Museum and the professional Museum community, including Board members, volunteers, and supporters.
  • Highest level of integrity.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The Museum is committed to affording equal opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age (40 or older), disability, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, ancestry, or status as a veteran. Consistent with our core values and our founder's legacy, the Museum is dedicated to building a work community that fosters collaboration, excellence, belonging, and a diversity of perspectives and experience.
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Applicants with disabilities who are unable to access ISGM's online application system fully may contact us at hr@isgm.org for assistance with a reasonable accommodation.
Salary Description
$75,000-$85,000

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