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Major Gift Officer

Carnegie, PA

$25K/yr

This role develops and implements strategies to build a sustainable pipeline of major donors and ensures long-term philanthropic support for Carnegie Museums. This position collaborates with the ...

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OB-GYN Hospitalist Needed in Ohio

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

$120 - $158.50/hr

Residents enjoy museums, philharmonic orchestras, some of the best dining in America, and every metro amenity you could wish for. CompHealth has relationships with hospitals across the country and ...

Harvard University

Major Gifts Officer

Cambridge, MA

$79K - $103K/yr

The Harvard Art Museums, housing one of the largest and most prestigious collections of art in the country, is looking for someone who is successful in development and donor relations to take the ...

Harvard University

Major Gifts Officer

Cambridge, MA · On-site

$57/hr

The Harvard Art Museums, housing one of the largest and most prestigious collections of art in the country, is looking for someone who is successful in development and donor relations to take the ...

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How much do museums jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for museums in the United States is $17.91, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.50 and $20.91 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Museums vs Museum Curators?

AspectMuseumsMuseum Curators
Required CredentialsTypically a degree in history, art, or related field; sometimes a master's or doctorateSame as museums, often requiring advanced degrees and specialized knowledge
Work EnvironmentPublic spaces, cultural institutions, educational settingsOffice, storage, exhibit planning, research, and public engagement areas
Employer & Industry UsageMuseums as organizations employ various staff including curatorsSpecific role within museums responsible for collections and exhibits
Common Search & Comparison IntentGeneral overview of museumsSpecific role of museum curators within museums

While museums are institutions that house collections and serve the public, museum curators are professionals who manage, research, and develop exhibits within these institutions. Understanding the distinction helps clarify career paths and job expectations in the cultural sector.

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Infographic showing various Museums job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,253 per year, or $17.9 per hour.

Grants Management Specialist (Senior Program Officer)

National Foundation on the Arts and the Humanities

Washington, DC • On-site

Other

Posted 5 days ago

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Grants Management Specialist (Senior Program Officer)

If selected for the Grants Management Specialist (Senior Program Officer) position, the incumbent will carry out substantial responsibility for one or more discretionary grant programs within the Office of Museum Services. These grant programs are often characterized by a high volume of potential applicants; a need for extensive outreach to potential applicants regarding the availability and requirements for grants; and a need to build and maintain a substantial network of professional contacts in the relevant professional communities. Typical work assignments will include but are not limited to the following:

  • Manages complete cycles of one or more discretionary grant programs (e.g., the Museum Grants for African American History and Culture, Museum Grants for American Latino History and Culture, Native American/Native Hawaiian Museum Services, or other agency grant programs), from the development of application guidelines through accepting applications, organizing peer review, making awards, monitoring grant-funded projects, and closing out grants.
  • Educates potential applicants about the availability and requirements of grant programs through one-on-one counseling and group presentations.
  • Builds and maintains a substantial network of professional contacts in various organizations (e.g., African American museums, American Latino History and Culture, Native American, or related cultural heritage organizations, institutions of higher education, and museum service organizations) for information sharing and peer reviewer recruitment.
  • Serves various organizations (e.g., African American museums, American Latino museums, Native American museums or related cultural heritage organizations, institutions of higher education, museum service organizations) as an expert and source of information about the agency's grant programs and the ways in which these grant programs may assist various organizations to serve their communities.

Performs other duties as assigned.

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