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Senior Manager of Museum Technology

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$125 - $150/hr

The Woodruff Arts Center is seeking a Senior Manager of Museum Technology to provide strategic vision and operational support for the High Museum of Art. This position reports to the Woodruff Arts ...

New Museum

$100 - $125/hr

... the Museum, and providing oversight of development operations in support of excellent service to donors. The Senior Manager of Individual Giving and Development oversees a significant portfolio of ...

USA Lacrosse

$60 - $80/hr

... SR Manager, Facilities & Field Operations to join our team and oversee the daily operations ... Fame Museum and Tierney Field. * Works with the facilities team to manage facility projects ...

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How much do museum operations senior manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for museum operations senior manager in the United States is $98,723.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $73,000.00 and $121,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Museum Operations Senior Manager do?

A Museum Operations Senior Manager oversees the daily operations of a museum, ensuring that all departments function smoothly and efficiently. Their responsibilities often include managing staff, coordinating facility maintenance, ensuring visitor safety, overseeing budgets, and implementing policies. They also collaborate with other museum leaders to support exhibitions and educational programs, aiming to provide a positive visitor experience. This role often serves as a bridge between museum administration and front-line staff, helping to resolve issues and improve processes.

How does a Museum Operations Senior Manager typically collaborate with curatorial, educational, and visitor services teams?

A Museum Operations Senior Manager plays a key role in ensuring seamless collaboration across various museum departments. They work closely with curatorial teams to coordinate exhibition logistics, with educational staff to support public programming, and with visitor services to optimize guest experience. This role often involves leading cross-functional meetings, aligning operational planning with institutional goals, and resolving interdepartmental challenges. Effective communication and a strong understanding of each team's priorities are essential for success in this collaborative environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Museum Operations Senior Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Museum Operations Senior Manager, you need strong leadership, project management, and budgeting skills, usually supported by a bachelor's or master's degree in museum studies, arts administration, or a related field. Familiarity with facilities management software, collections management systems, and compliance standards is often required. Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and team-building abilities help foster a collaborative environment and ensure smooth daily operations. These skills and qualities are vital for maintaining effective museum operations, enhancing visitor experiences, and supporting institutional goals.

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Under the direction of the Tribal Council or its designee(s), the incumbent oversees all aspects of Museum operations, including exhibition planning and care, educational programming, research, membership, merchandising, communications, marketing, and finance, as well as facilities management. Working with Tribal Council or its designee(s), the executive director develops strategies for fundraising for museum self-sufficiency. The incumbent is responsible for representing the Museum on the local and national stage, as well as building industry and academic partnerships in order to shape the reputation and ensure the overall well-being of the Museum for the future.

Demonstrated senior managerial experience in a large-scale museum, with a minimum of five (5) years of experience required. Masters or Doctorate degree in Business Administration, Museum Studies, Anthropology, or other related field required. Ten (10) years of experience directly leading a large-scale museum may substitute the degree requirement.

A working knowledge of Archaeology, Ethnohistory, Ethnography, Ethnobotany, and/or Library Science is highly desired. General knowledge of food and beverage operations, retail operations, exhibit planning/design, and museum design and construction is also highly desired. This position requires flexibility in the work schedule, which includes holidays and weekends.

Must demonstrate leadership, integrity, and vision in order to inspire and motivate staff, volunteers, and donors. Demonstrates excellent managerial, planning, organizational and administrative skills. Effectively communicates with various media and speaks publicly to promote the Museum and the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation, in collaboration with the MPTN Government Communications office, on a national scale.

Should possess a thorough knowledge of museum management, budgeting, and non-profit financial oversight. Although we have designated this position as a "key" position pursuant to the Tribal and Native American Preference Law, we encourage qualified Tribal members and other preference eligible individuals to apply.

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