Des Plaines, IL · On-site
$14.75 - $18.50/hr
... collection managementTC Candidate Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and Other Abilities or KSOAs)Qualified candidates will have the following competencies and skills:Background in fine art, or art ...
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Des Plaines, IL · On-site
$14.75 - $18.50/hr
... collection managementTC Candidate Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and Other Abilities or KSOAs)Qualified candidates will have the following competencies and skills:Background in fine art, or art ...
Des Plaines, IL · On-site
$15/hr
... collection management TC Candidate Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and Other Abilities or KSOAs) Qualified candidates will have the following competencies and skills: Background in fine art, or art ...
Des Plaines, IL · On-site
$15/hr
... collection management TC Candidate Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and Other Abilities or KSOAs) Qualified candidates will have the following competencies and skills: Background in fine art, or art ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$63K/yr
Fabricates, modifies, tests, and finishes museum-quality mounts for exhibit objects. * Installs and ... Experience using collection databases such as KEMu and FileMaker. * Proficiency in Photography ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$63K/yr
Fabricates, modifies, tests, and finishes museum-quality mounts for exhibit objects. * Installs and ... Experience using collection databases such as KEMu and FileMaker. * Proficiency in Photography ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
Fabricates, modifies, tests, and finishes museum-quality mounts for exhibit objects. * Installs and ... Experience using collection databases such as KEMu and FileMaker. * Proficiency in Photography ...
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Chicago, IL · On-site
Fabricates, modifies, tests, and finishes museum-quality mounts for exhibit objects. * Installs and ... Experience using collection databases such as KEMu and FileMaker. * Proficiency in Photography ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
Fabricates, modifies, tests, and finishes museum-quality mounts for exhibit objects. * Installs and ... Experience using collection databases such as KEMu and FileMaker. * Proficiency in Photography ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
Fabricates, modifies, tests, and finishes museum-quality mounts for exhibit objects. * Installs and ... Experience using collection databases such as KEMu and FileMaker. * Proficiency in Photography ...
Newton, IL · On-site
$15 - $17/hr
Cover, label, and date food like it's going into a museum collection. * Wash dishes like a champ (yes, even that one pot that somehow burned water). * Monitor fridge and freezer temps like you're ...
Newton, IL · On-site
$15 - $17/hr
Cover, label, and date food like it's going into a museum collection. * Wash dishes like a champ (yes, even that one pot that somehow burned water). * Monitor fridge and freezer temps like you're ...
Newton, IL · On-site
$15 - $17/hr
Cover, label, and date food like it's going into a museum collection. * Wash dishes like a champ (yes, even that one pot that somehow burned water). * Monitor fridge and freezer temps like you're ...
Newton, IL · On-site
$15 - $17/hr
Cover, label, and date food like it's going into a museum collection. * Wash dishes like a champ (yes, even that one pot that somehow burned water). * Monitor fridge and freezer temps like you're ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$55K - $62K/yr
Respond to collection emergencies as requested. Exhibitions, Loans, and Acquisitions * Conduct examinations and prepare condition documentation for works entering or leaving the museum. * Review and ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$55K - $62K/yr
Respond to collection emergencies as requested. Exhibitions, Loans, and Acquisitions * Conduct examinations and prepare condition documentation for works entering or leaving the museum. * Review and ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$15.50 - $19.50/hr
Assists with handling and transporting artifacts within the Museum, maintains the safe storage of ... Coordinates with Conservation, Registration, and Collection Managers as needed to support project ...
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Chicago, IL · On-site
$15.50 - $19.50/hr
Assists with handling and transporting artifacts within the Museum, maintains the safe storage of ... Coordinates with Conservation, Registration, and Collection Managers as needed to support project ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$19.10 - $31/hr
Assists with handling and transporting artifacts within the Museum, maintains the safe storage of ... Coordinates with Conservation, Registration, and Collection Managers as needed to support project ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$19.10 - $31/hr
Assists with handling and transporting artifacts within the Museum, maintains the safe storage of ... Coordinates with Conservation, Registration, and Collection Managers as needed to support project ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$15.50 - $19.50/hr
Assists with handling and transporting artifacts within the Museum, maintains the safe storage of ... Coordinates with Conservation, Registration, and Collection Managers as needed to support project ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$15.50 - $19.50/hr
Assists with handling and transporting artifacts within the Museum, maintains the safe storage of ... Coordinates with Conservation, Registration, and Collection Managers as needed to support project ...
Campus, IL · On-site
$36K - $46K/yr
Established in 1914, the Museum stewards an encyclopedic collection of more than 22,000 objects representing 5,000 years of human creativity across the globe. Through its exhibitions, programs, and ...
Campus, IL · On-site
$36K - $46K/yr
Established in 1914, the Museum stewards an encyclopedic collection of more than 22,000 objects representing 5,000 years of human creativity across the globe. Through its exhibitions, programs, and ...
Campus, IL · On-site
$36K - $46K/yr
Established in 1914, the Museum stewards an encyclopedic collection of more than 22,000 objects representing 5,000 years of human creativity across the globe. Through its exhibitions, programs, and ...
Campus, IL · On-site
$36K - $46K/yr
Established in 1914, the Museum stewards an encyclopedic collection of more than 22,000 objects representing 5,000 years of human creativity across the globe. Through its exhibitions, programs, and ...
Campus, IL · On-site
$15.50 - $21.25/hr
Established in 1914, the Museum stewards an encyclopedic collection of more than 22,000 objects representing 5,000 years of human creativity across the globe. Through its exhibitions, programs, and ...
Campus, IL · On-site
$15.50 - $21.25/hr
Established in 1914, the Museum stewards an encyclopedic collection of more than 22,000 objects representing 5,000 years of human creativity across the globe. Through its exhibitions, programs, and ...
Campus, IL · On-site
$15.50 - $21.25/hr
Established in 1914, the Museum stewards an encyclopedic collection of more than 22,000 objects representing 5,000 years of human creativity across the globe. Through its exhibitions, programs, and ...
Campus, IL · On-site
$15.50 - $21.25/hr
Established in 1914, the Museum stewards an encyclopedic collection of more than 22,000 objects representing 5,000 years of human creativity across the globe. Through its exhibitions, programs, and ...
Established in 1914, the Museum stewards an encyclopedic collection of more than 22,000 objects representing 5,000 years of human creativity across the globe. Through its exhibitions, programs, and ...
Established in 1914, the Museum stewards an encyclopedic collection of more than 22,000 objects representing 5,000 years of human creativity across the globe. Through its exhibitions, programs, and ...
Established in 1914, the Museum stewards an encyclopedic collection of more than 22,000 objects representing 5,000 years of human creativity across the globe. Through its exhibitions, programs, and ...
Established in 1914, the Museum stewards an encyclopedic collection of more than 22,000 objects representing 5,000 years of human creativity across the globe. Through its exhibitions, programs, and ...
Established in 1914, the Museum stewards an encyclopedic collection of more than 22,000 objects representing 5,000 years of human creativity across the globe. Through its exhibitions, programs, and ...
Established in 1914, the Museum stewards an encyclopedic collection of more than 22,000 objects representing 5,000 years of human creativity across the globe. Through its exhibitions, programs, and ...
Campus, IL · On-site
$100K - $130K/yr
Champion interdisciplinary, collaborative, and supportive scientific practices across the Museum. Collections & Research Oversight Support research programs, collections management, and collection ...
Campus, IL · On-site
$100K - $130K/yr
Champion interdisciplinary, collaborative, and supportive scientific practices across the Museum. Collections & Research Oversight Support research programs, collections management, and collection ...
$100K - $130K/yr
Champion interdisciplinary, collaborative, and supportive scientific practices across the Museum. Collections & Research Oversight Support research programs, collections management, and collection ...
$100K - $130K/yr
Champion interdisciplinary, collaborative, and supportive scientific practices across the Museum. Collections & Research Oversight Support research programs, collections management, and collection ...
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A Museum Collection job involves managing, preserving, and organizing artifacts, artworks, or historical objects in a museum. Professionals in this role handle cataloging, storage, conservation, and sometimes exhibition planning. They ensure proper documentation and environmental conditions to protect items for future generations. The job may also involve research and collaboration with curators, historians, and other museum staff.
Professionals in Museum Collection roles typically spend their days cataloging new acquisitions, updating collection records, monitoring environmental conditions, and assisting with the safe handling and movement of objects. They may work closely with curators, conservators, and educators to prepare materials for exhibitions, facilitate research access, and support loan agreements with other institutions. Regular tasks also include condition reporting, inventory audits, and digital data entry to ensure the integrity and accessibility of the collection. These varied responsibilities allow for a dynamic and engaging work environment, especially for those passionate about art, history, or cultural heritage.
To thrive in a Museum Collection role, you need a background in art history, museum studies, or archival science, with strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Familiarity with collections management systems (such as TMS or PastPerfect), digital cataloging, and proper handling, conservation, and storage techniques is critical. Analytical thinking, problem-solving, and excellent communication skills help individuals manage collection tasks and collaborate across departments. These abilities ensure collections are accurately documented, preserved, and accessible for exhibitions and research.
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$14.75 - $18.50/hr
Full-time
Posted 28 days ago
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Colleges, universities, and professional schools
1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Des Plaines, IL, US
1969
