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Holocaust Museum Houston

$250/hr

The Visitor Services Associate serves as a key representative of Holocaust Museum Houston and plays an essential role in creating a welcoming, informative, and respectful experience for all visitors.

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Holocaust Museum Houston

$150 - $200/hr

This position works collaboratively across the Museum to ensure that visitor-facing operations, volunteers, and retail services effectively support the Museum's mission, reputation, and goals.

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The Pennsylvania State University

$15/hr

AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS The Palmer Museum of Art at Penn State is recruiting part-time guides to welcome visitors and introduce works of art from the permanent collection and special exhibitions.As ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for museum visitor in the United States is $16.87, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.70 and $15.87 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a museum visitor?

Museum visitors are individuals who attend museums to view exhibits, participate in educational programs, or enjoy cultural experiences. They come from diverse backgrounds and may visit museums for personal interest, academic purposes, or leisure activities. Museums often tailor their offerings to engage and educate visitors of all ages, making the visitor experience a central focus of museum operations.

What are the typical responsibilities of a museum visitor services associate during a regular shift?

Museum Visitor Services Associates are responsible for greeting guests, providing information about exhibits, assisting with ticketing, and ensuring that visitors have a positive experience. They also help enforce museum policies, answer questions about the collection, and may assist with group tours or educational programs. Collaboration with security, curatorial, and educational staff is common to ensure smooth operations and address visitor needs promptly.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a museum visitor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Museum Visitor, curiosity, observational skills, and a basic understanding of museum etiquette are essential. Familiarity with museum guides, audio tours, and interactive exhibits can enhance the experience. Openness to learning, patience, and respect for shared spaces make the visit more enjoyable and meaningful. These qualities ensure a respectful, enriching, and engaging experience for both the visitor and others in the museum.

What is the difference between Museum Visitor vs Museum Educator?

AspectMuseum VisitorMuseum Educator
CredentialsNone requiredRelevant degree or certification in education, history, or museum studies
Work EnvironmentPublic spaces, galleries, exhibitsEducational settings within museums, classrooms, or outreach programs
Employer & Industry UsageMuseums, cultural institutions, eventsMuseums, educational organizations, cultural institutions
Search & Comparison IntentVisitor experience, museum attractionsEducational roles, museum programming

While a museum visitor explores exhibits and learns informally, a museum educator actively engages visitors through educational programs and tours. Visitors are the audience, whereas educators are staff members dedicated to enhancing learning experiences within the museum environment.

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Infographic showing various Museum Visitor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 65% Full Time, 31% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,087 per year, or $16.9 per hour.

ARTLENS Gallery Technician (Part-time)

Cleveland, OH • On-site

Cleveland Museum of Art
Museums and Historical Sites • 201 - 500 employees
Learn more about Cleveland Museum of Artexternal

$18/hr

Part-time

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Cleveland Museum Of Art rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

16th of 29 rated museums

Job description

The Cleveland Museum of Art seeks a tech-savvy, customer-focused part-time ARTLENS Gallery Technician to join the award-winning Digital Innovation and Technology Services department. Technicians greet visitors and guide them through the onboarding process for our innovative interactive digital gallery and app, encouraging them to utilize digital toolsets to look closer, dive deeper, and feel comfortable exploring every gallery in the museum. They also maintain and troubleshoot interactive hardware, participate in beta testing and bug reporting for the app, and provide feedback for improving visitor experience.

Requirements

High school diploma (or GED) and one to three years demonstrated experience in a helpdesk and/or audio visual environment. Keen understanding of iOS and Android mobile device and app troubleshooting is required. Knowledge of current computer systems and peripherals, Windows and Mac operating systems, Microsoft Office, and basic networking are required.

Positive attitude, excellent customer service and communication skills. Demonstrated ability to instruct and present ideas in user-friendly language to non-technical staff and end users. Experience in troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of technology. Must be able to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment. Must be able to occasionally lift/move 50 pounds as part of normal duties.

Responsibilities 

  • Remove any barriers of technology in ARTLENS Gallery by greeting visitors, introducing them to ARTLENS App and gallery interactives, and providing guidance during the onboarding process.
  • Provide support for technology in gallery installations throughout the museum
  • Perform cleaning and functionality checks of ARTLENS Gallery interactives during each shift.
  • Assist visitors in installing ARTLENS App on their personal devices.
  • Contribute to problem resolution by giving in-person, hands-on support to the public as well as documenting consistent user issues.
  • Provide an excellent visitor experience in the ARTLENS Gallery space, using the museum's visitor interaction model as a guide.
  • Identify problem areas and propose solutions to the Digital Team to enhance the visitor experience, interactive experience, and technology performance in in the ARTLENS Gallery space.
  • Monitor interactives for content issues and report them to the Digital Team.
  • Participate in testing and implementation of public-facing technology installations, including those for major exhibitions, providing feedback to the Digital Team.
  • Performs regular technical training throughout ARTLENS Gallery exhibit area for interns, docents, and volunteers.
  • Provides readily accessible technical or general information to visitors and staff.
  • Work with the Digital Project Manager to test new ArtLens App builds and report any usability issues or bugs.
  • Rent iPads to visitors for use with the ARTLENS App.

Application Material: Please submit a resume and 3 professional references. 

Rate of pay: $18/hr 

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