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University of New Mexico

Museum Technician

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$37K - $47K/yr

Responsibilities may include: -Preparing museum specimens and collecting specimen data -Maintaining and operating the dermestarium -Processing, organizing, and osteoscribing skeletal material ...

Brown County

Museum Director

Green Bay, WI · On-site

$95K/yr

Prepares oral and written reports on Museum activities, budget and personnel to County Executive, boards, and committees in an accurate and complete manner; works with joint county/corporation ...

SIRIS LLC

Museum Specialist

Greensboro, NC · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

Prepare and maintain regular project reports, status updates, and documentation * Participate in ... museum standards * Ensure compliance with established collections care, handling, and storage ...

Brown County, WI

Museum Director

Green Bay, WI · On-site

$95K/yr

Prepares oral and written reports on Museum activities, budget and personnel to County Executive, boards, and committees in an accurate and complete manner; works with joint county/corporation ...

SIRIS LLC

Museum Specialist

Greensboro, NC · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

Prepare and maintain regular project reports, status updates, and documentation * Participate in ... museum standards * Ensure compliance with established collections care, handling, and storage ...

The State of Arizona

Museum Educator

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$19 - $22/hr

Museum Educator Apply now Job No: 543097 Work Type: Full-time Location: PHOENIX Categories ... Prepare visitor handouts and exploration materials. Help track and enter visitor statistics and ...

City of Brighton

Temporary Museum Specialist

Brighton, CO · On-site

$28K - $39K/yr

Identifies grant opportunities, writes grant applications, administers grant funding, and prepares grant reporting and documentation. Works with staff, volunteers, the HPC and the Museum Committee to ...

State of Oklahoma

Temporary Museum Assistant

Enid, OK · On-site

$13.14/hr

Job Posting Title Temporary Museum Assistant Agency 350 HISTORICAL SOCIETY Supervisory Organization ... Knowledge, skills and abilities required for this position include knowledge of the preparation of ...

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How much do museum preparation jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for museum preparation in the United States is $76,262.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $59,500.00 and $84,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Museum Preparation vs Museum Registrar?

AspectMuseum PreparationMuseum Registrar
Primary ResponsibilitiesPreparing artifacts, cleaning, conserving, and organizing items for display or storage.Managing collections records, cataloging, and overseeing documentation and inventory.
Required SkillsConservation techniques, attention to detail, manual dexterity.Record keeping, database management, organizational skills.
Work EnvironmentLaboratory, storage areas, conservation labs.Office, collections storage, administrative settings.
Common CertificationsConservation training, artifact handling certifications.Collections management certifications, records management training.

While Museum Preparation focuses on artifact handling, conservation, and setup for display, Museum Registrar handles the documentation, cataloging, and management of collections records. Both roles are essential in museum operations but differ in daily tasks and skill sets.

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Security Guard - Full Time

Rockland, ME • On-site

Farnsworth Art Museum
Museums and Historical Sites • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about Farnsworth Art Museumexternal

$18/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

Position: Security Guard
Reports to: Security Manager
Status: Full-Time
General Description: The Museum Security Guard has general responsibility for public safety, and protection of works of art in the museum, historic sites, and on its campus, and is responsible for maintaining order and secure conditions within the Museum and on the Museum campus. Duties include performing security patrols by foot, answering visitor inquiries, responding to emergencies according to defined procedures; and monitoring the movement of staff, visitors, assets, equipment and materials. The ideal candidate has great customer service and communication skills and is able to interact with guests while maintaining the safety of the building
Responsibilities:
  • Continually patrol the museum galleries and campus properties, protecting the building and its contents from potential losses, theft, or vandalism
  • Watch for and report irregularities, such as fire hazards, leaking pipes, unsecured window and doors, assist in safety checks of equipment
  • Inform and assist visitors with museum guidelines, elevator access, other questions and or problems
  • Respond to alarms when on duty notifying chain of command as appropriate
  • Sound alarms or call appropriate emergency response personnel as needed
  • Cooperate with police, fire and other safety and law enforcement agencies on matters affecting the museum
  • Prepare incident reports when necessary
  • Answer freight bell, assist with delivery upon direction
  • Assist with special event assignments
  • Maintain professional demeanor with visitors, staff, and volunteers
  • Knowledge of Standard Operating Procedure and Disaster Plan reviewing periodically as directed
  • Assist with light maintenance and housekeeping duties as assigned, including trash collection and clearing sidewalks of snow and ice
  • Operate audio/visual equipment throughout museum as requested
  • Recommend procedures to enhance the security of staff, property and public safety

Important Functions:
  • May assist with maintenance and housekeeping duties as needed
  • Provide assistance with audio/visual equipment throughout museum as requested
  • May regulate pedestrian traffic to maintain orderly flow

Qualifications:
Any combination of education, training, and experience providing the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Knowledge
Knowledge of safety and security practices and procedures
Abilities
Ability to observe and report security situations which are potentially hazardous or which may cause loss to the Museum; prepare accurate reports based on observations; follow oral and written instructions; communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; deal effectively and courteously with associates and the general public; effectively welcome and embrace differences among employees and visitors; perform effectively as a member of a team in carrying out the Museum's stated Mission and Core Values; present an overall professional image
Experience, Education, and Training
Typically requires approximately six months experience in security work, law enforcement, military or art museum experience
Physical Requirements
Performs bending, climbing, kneeling, reaching from ground level to overhead, pushing and pulling up to 25 pounds; may be subjected to long periods of standing or walking while performing foot patrol of facilities
Working Environment
Primarily indoors with heating and cooling regulated. May be exposed to extreme weather conditions when patrolling Museum grounds or performing outside duties
Miscellaneous Requirements
Frequently required to work irregular hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed, depending on Art Museum exhibition schedules and other activities. Must successfully complete and pass a security background check

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