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State of Indiana

Security Specialist

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$16.73/hr

This is a part-time museum Security Specialist position that has optional set schedules. Either 1st shift: Monday - Thursday 8am to 4pm or 2nd shift: Thursday - Sunday 4pm to 12am. Salary Statement

University of Kentucky

Museum Assistant

Lexington, KY · On-site

$12/hr

Art Museum Work Location Lexington, KY Salary Range $12.00/hour Type of Position Student Position Time Status Part-Time Required Education Enrolled as a UK Student Required Related Experience NA ...

University of Kentucky

Museum Assistant

Lexington, KY

$12/hr

Art Museum Work Location Lexington, KY Salary Range $12.00/hour Type of Position Student Position Time Status Part-Time Required Education Enrolled as a UK Student Required Related Experience NA ...

SIRIS LLC

Museum Specialist

Greensboro, NC · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

The applicant is required to have three (3) years of full-time work or its part-time equivalent in museum curation and collection management. * Experience supporting regulated environments (federal ...

CT State Community College

Museum Educator

Bridgeport, CT · On-site

$52.35/hr

Temporary position, non-tenure track position Hours: Part-time up to 17 hours per week Anticipated ... Position Summary The Museum Educator develops, coordinates, and delivers engaging educational ...

DISCOVERY PLACE INC

Museum Educator

Charlotte, NC · On-site

This part-time position is scheduled4-days per week Essential Duties and Responsibilities ... Greet guests as they enter the museum * Check in guests and sell retail items through the point-of ...

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How much do part time museum jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for part time museum 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 are part time museum jobs?

Part time museum jobs are positions within museums that require employees to work fewer hours than full-time staff, often ranging from 10 to 30 hours per week. These roles can include positions such as visitor services associate, tour guide, gallery attendant, education assistant, or administrative support. Part time museum jobs offer flexibility for students, retirees, or individuals seeking supplementary income while gaining experience in the arts, history, or cultural sectors.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Part-Time Museum Assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Part-Time Museum Assistant, you typically need a background or interest in history, art, or museum studies, along with strong organizational and customer service skills. Familiarity with point-of-sale systems, ticketing software, and basic exhibit maintenance tools is often required. Outstanding interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate information engagingly help you stand out in this role. These skills ensure visitors have a positive experience while supporting the smooth daily operation of the museum.

What are some typical responsibilities of a part-time museum staff member during a regular shift?

Part-time museum staff members often assist with greeting visitors, providing information about exhibits, and ensuring that museum rules are followed. They may also help set up or take down displays, support educational programs, and process ticket sales or memberships at the front desk. Additionally, part-time staff frequently collaborate with full-time employees and volunteers to ensure a smooth visitor experience and address any questions or concerns that arise throughout their shift.
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Infographic showing various Part Time Museum job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 72% Full Time, 27% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $76,262 per year, or $36.7 per hour.
Museum Educator I

Museum Educator I

Creative Discovery Museum

Chattanooga, TN

$13.50/hr

Part-time

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Occupational Summary
Creative Discovery Museum is one of the top children's museums in the country due to engaging and enthusiastic staff who meet all guests with exceptional service. The role of Museum Educators is to provide an outstanding experience for all museum guests by ensuring a safe, fun, and orderly environment. At CDM we inspire all children to explore, innovate, create, and play through our exhibits and programs. Museum Educators function in those spaces and in special events using proactive awareness and prioritizing guests’ needs. The museum is open seven days a week so Museum Educators must have availability for work weekdays and weekends during the museum’s regular hours, early mornings, evenings, and weekends (minimum 16 hours of availability per week for a part time workweek).

Duties & Responsibilities
1. Provide an unforgettable, outstanding experience through excellent customer service for all guests. We do this by being hospitable, enthusiastic, and proactive. This looks like greeting guests, offering assistance, and using meaningful eye contact and proximity.
2. Spark positive guest engagement opportunities through play, exhibit interpretation, hands-on activities, and registered programs.
3. Contribute to the overall positive image of the museum by serving as a knowledgeable advocate for all museum programs, activities, events, and upcoming exhibits
4. Ensure that exhibits, props, and program components are always ready for guest interaction. This includes re-setting, re-stocking, and cleaning surfaces and end-of-day closing procedures as needed.
5. Ensure guest and exhibit safety through an awareness of guest activity, recognizing and kindly redirecting when exhibit components are not being used safely. Step in to reconnect when children are not supervised by their caregivers.
6. Facilitate engagement in the Make-it Workshop and Art Studio as needed.
7. Facilitate engaging value-added Programming for general admission guests as scheduled (Story Times, Walk-Ups, Kitchen Lessons, Science Demonstrations, etc.)
8. Facilitate workshops and present Science Demonstrations for academically aligned groups and tours as scheduled.
9. Facilitate and support museum programming occurring after opening, after closing, and on holidays (such as Members Mornings, Amuse’Um, Red, White, & Blue Day, and others) as scheduled.
10. Serve as Support Facilitator in reserved programs, such as Club Discovery and Camps, as scheduled.
11. Attend monthly Museum Experience meetings and all required staff meetings.
12. Performs related duties as assigned by the Museum Experience Manager.

Key Dispositions
• Demonstrate your belief in the potential in all people and respect for people of all backgrounds
• Capacity to deliver exceptional service to colleagues and guests at all times
• Cultivate a feeling of belonging through words and actions that results in trusting relationships

Requirements
• Must be 18 years or older.
• A minimum availability of 16 hours per workweek to include holiday, evening, early morning, and weekend shifts
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1-year experience or formal education in the Arts, Sciences, Early Childhood, or Education
• Experience working with children aged 2 – 12 years
• Experience working in a team

Physical Demands
Moving about the Museum floor for extended periods
Some lifting of supplies
Presentation and facilitation skills and endurance. Some facilitation may last an entire camp day.

Part-time, hourly ($13.50/hour)

Please submit an application and resume on our careers site at https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/CRE1020CDMU/JobBoard/cfb69fbb-d286-4c34-a2ca-4d3f37825546/?q=&o=postedDateDesc by June 26th, 2026, at 5:00 PM.

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