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City of Mesa, AZ

Museum Curator

Mesa, AZ · On-site

$75K - $102K/yr

... writing policies, plans, grant proposals, reports, etc., regarding museum collections, general curatorial information, or a designated subject area; and providing curatorial expertise on certain ...

City of Mesa

Museum Curator

Mesa, AZ · On-site

$75K - $102K/yr

... writing policies, plans, grant proposals, reports, etc., regarding museum collections, general curatorial information, or a designated subject area; and providing curatorial expertise on certain ...

Tucson Museum of Art

Gifts Officer

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

Maintain accurate donor records and interactions within the museum's constituent relationship management (CRM) system. * Write and prepare donor reports, prospect tracking, cases for support, LOIs ...

Amerind Museum

Business Manager

Dragoon, AZ

$45K - $50K/yr

Amerind is a museum, art gallery, and research center that fosters and promotes knowledge and ... written communication skills Works well with diverse groups of people, including staff, board ...

Musical Instrument Museum

GUEST SERVICE LEAD

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$15.25 - $20/hr

A positive attitude that promotes teamwork and a favorable image of the museum. * Excellent presentation, interpersonal, and written communication skills. * Strong problem-solving skills and ability ...

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Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum

Educator

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$16.49/hr

Join the Adventure at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum! Join our creative and dynamic education ... Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of ...

The Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum

Educator

Tucson, AZ

$16.49/hr

Join the Adventure at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum! Join our creative and dynamic education ... Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of ...

ARTS COMMISSION

Director of Development

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$85 - $95/hr

... written and presentation skills. * Excellent relationship-building skills, both externally and internally, and the ability to effectively represent the Museum in all venues. * Proficient in the use ...

Arizona State Hospital

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Flagstaff, AZ · On-site

$18/hr

Address: Pioneer Museum, 2340 North Fort Valley Road Flagstaff, Arizona 86001 Posting Details ... Skill in: • Oral and written communication; • Google Workspace and Microsoft products; • Team ...

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As of Aug 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for museum writer in Arizona is $36.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.88 and $43.89 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a museum writer?

A Museum Writer creates written content for museums, including exhibit descriptions, educational materials, promotional content, and digital media. They translate complex information into engaging and accessible narratives for diverse audiences. Their work helps visitors understand and connect with exhibits, enhancing the overall museum experience. Museum Writers collaborate with curators, educators, and designers to ensure accuracy and consistency in storytelling.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a museum writer?

A Museum Writer's typical day involves researching artifacts or exhibitions, developing interpretive content for labels, catalogs, and web pages, and collaborating with curators and educators to ensure accuracy and engagement. You may also write press releases, grant applications, and newsletters, adapting your tone and style for different audiences. Regular meetings with exhibit designers, marketing staff, and other writers are common, and the workflow may shift based on exhibit schedules and museum priorities. This collaborative environment offers variety and frequent opportunities to contribute creatively to projects that reach a broad public audience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the museum writer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Museum Writer, you need a strong background in research, writing, and editing, often supported by a degree in history, art history, English, or a related field. Familiarity with digital publishing platforms, collections management systems, and content management software is often expected. Attention to detail, creativity, and the ability to communicate complex ideas in an engaging and accessible way are valuable soft skills. These competencies are critical for producing accurate, compelling content that enhances visitor experiences and supports the museum's educational mission.

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Infographic showing various Museum Writer job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 62% Full Time, 34% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 54% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 43% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $75,484 per year, or $36.3 per hour.

Museum Curator

City of Mesa, AZ

Mesa, AZ • On-site

$75K - $102K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 29 days ago

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Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

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Job description

Salary: $75,033.30 - $102,518.83 Annually
Location : PO Box 1466, Mesa, AZ
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 17463
Department: (H400)Arts and Culture
Opening Date: 06/26/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Description/Duties
The current vacancy is in the Arizona Museum of Natural History; however, this recruitment will also be used to establish an eligible list for possible future vacancies in other assignment areas.
The first review of
all applications will be on Monday, July 6, 2026.
The Museum Curator develops, interprets, evaluates, communicates, and curates the collections of the Arizona Museum for Natural History for the fields of natural and social sciences. Responsibilities include: developing and implementing procedures of a general curatorial nature relating to the fields of Social Sciences (history, ethnology, archaeology, anthropology) or Natural Sciences (paleontology, geology, biology); conducting original and secondary research; ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws in the acquisition and collection of objects; writing policies, plans, grant proposals, reports, etc., regarding museum collections, general curatorial information, or a designated subject area; and providing curatorial expertise on certain changing and permanent exhibits. The Museum Curator also supervises full-time, part-time, contractual, and volunteer personnel. This class is also responsible for performing related duties as required.
Anthropology Assignment: Conducts primary and/or secondary research in anthropology or related disciplines; oversee the disciplines of ethnology, and archaeology; coordinates the permanent gallery rotations, changes and updates exhibits, public engagement, and educational programming.
General supervision is received from the Chief Curator, who reviews work through conferences, meetings, reports, and overall results achieved. This class is FLSA exempt professional.
Please refer to the link below for the full job description and additional information regarding assignments, preferred qualifications, and essential functions.
Qualifications & Requirements
Employee Values: All employees of the City of Mesa are expected to uphold and exhibit the City's shared employee values of Knowledge, Respect, and Integrity.
Minimum Qualifications Required. Any combination of training, education, or experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in a Social Science, Natural Science, or related field such as Museum Studies, Anthropology, Biology, Geology, Paleontology, or a closely related area. Considerable (3 - 5 years) collections experience in museums, cultural centers, institutes, academics, or equivalent.
Preferred/Desirable Qualifications. A Master's Degree or Ph.D. in Social Science, Natural Science, or related field such as: Museum Studies, Anthropology, Biology, Geology, Paleontology, or a closely related area and experience in responsible positions in a museum is preferred. Experience in Triassic paleobiology field collection and publication desirable. Experience in application and administration of grants, permits, and federal and state repositories. Experience in large museum projects.
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Did you graduate from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in a Social Science, Natural Science, or related field such as Museum Studies, Anthropology, Biology, Geology, Paleontology, or a closely related area? **To receive education credit, you MUST fully detail your degree(s) and major(s) on your application. Information provided only on a resume will NOT be considered.**
  • Yes
  • No

02
Do you have a Master's Degree in a field of the Social Science, Natural Science, or related field such as: Museum Studies, Anthropology, Biology, Geology, Paleontology, or a closely related area? **To receive education credit, you MUST fully detail your degree(s) and major(s) on your application. Information provided only on a resume will NOT be considered.**
  • Yes
  • No

03
Do you have a Ph.D. in a field of the Social Science, Natural Science, or related field such as Museum Studies, Anthropology, Biology, Geology, Paleontology, or a closely related area? **To receive education credit, you MUST fully detail your degree(s) and major(s) on your application. Information provided only on a resume will NOT be considered.**
  • Yes
  • No

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How many years of collections experience do you have in museums, cultural centers, institutes, academics, or equivalent? Please detail your experience on your application.
  • None
  • Some but less than 3 years
  • 3 years or more but less than 5 years
  • 5 years or more but less than 7 years
  • 7 years or more

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Please describe your collections experience in museums, cultural centers, institutes, academics, or equivalent below; include employment dates and names of employer(s). If none, type N/A. **To receive credit, you MUST fully detail this experience on your application. Incomplete applications or responses such as "see resume" will not be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed, detailed application.**
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Do you have experience in Triassic paleobiology field collection and publication? Please detail your experience on your application.
  • Yes
  • No

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Please describe your experience in Triassic paleobiology field collection and publication, including employer(s). Please detail this experience on your application. If none, type N/A.
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Do you have experience in the application and administration of grants, permits, and federal and state repositories? Please detail your experience on your application.
  • Yes
  • No

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Please describe your experience in the application and administration of grants, permits, and federal and state repositories, including employer(s). Please also detail this experience on your application. If none, type N/A.
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Do you have experience with large museum projects? Please detail your experience on your application.
  • Yes
  • No

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Please describe your experience with large museum projects, including employer(s). Please also detail this experience on your application. If none, type N/A.
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