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Remote Museum Collections Assistant Jobs in Silver Spring, MD

Kettler

Central Business Manager

Mclean, VA · On-site +1

$62K - $68K/yr

Ability to work in a remote environment, efficiently and consistently delivering on centralized ... Conduct weekly, monthly and quarterly financial reviews to assess delinquency and collections ...

Zantech

PowerApps Analyst (Remote)

Washington, DC · Remote

Support critical deliverables during peak periods * Assist with special projects and urgent ... Two years of experience with Sites, Site Collections, and lists and libraries in SharePoint 2019 ...

NewGen

Cyber Network Defense Analyst III

Arlington, VA · On-site +1

Our Partner provides remote and onsite advanced technical assistance, proactive hunting, rapid ... * Assist with real-time CND incident handling (i.e., forensic collections, intrusion correlation ...

Relativity

Senior Manager, Order-to-Cash

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$138K - $208K/yr

Posting Type Remote/Hybrid Job Overview The Order-to-Cash (OTC) organization manages the end-to-end ... collections, dispute resolution, reconciliation, and reporting. The Senior Manager, OTC will manage ...

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How much do remote museum collections assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote museum collections assistant in Silver Spring, MD is $20.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.63 and $23.85 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote museum collections assistant?

To thrive as a Remote Museum Collections Assistant, you need a background in museum studies, art history, or a related field, along with experience in collections management. Familiarity with digital collections management systems (CMS), databases, and digitization tools is typically required. Attention to detail, organizational skills, and effective virtual communication are standout soft skills for this role. These abilities ensure the accurate documentation, preservation, and accessibility of museum collections, even when working remotely.

How does a remote museum collections assistant typically collaborate with on-site staff to manage and document artifacts?

As a Remote Museum Collections Assistant, you’ll frequently interact with on-site curators, registrars, and conservators through video calls, collaborative databases, and digital project management tools. Your main responsibilities may include updating collection records, helping with digital cataloging, and assisting in research or inventory audits. Effective communication and attention to detail are crucial, as you’ll often rely on high-quality photographs, digital records, and regular check-ins to stay aligned with the team. This collaborative approach ensures that even while working remotely, you contribute meaningfully to the accurate preservation and documentation of the museum’s collections.

What is a remote museum collections assistant?

Remote Museum Collections Assistants are professionals who help museums manage, catalog, and care for their collections from a remote location. Their duties often include updating digital records, researching artifacts, assisting with virtual exhibits, and ensuring proper documentation of items in the collection. They collaborate with curators, registrars, and other museum staff using digital tools, and play a key role in keeping collections data accurate and accessible. This role is ideal for those with strong organizational skills and an interest in art, history, or cultural heritage. Remote work allows museums to access a wider pool of talent and provide flexible working arrangements.

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Infographic showing various Remote Museum Collections Assistant job openings in Silver Spring, MD as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,080 per year, or $20.7 per hour.

Facilities Services Worker

Smithsonian Institution

Washington, DC • On-site, Remote

$22.25 - $25.92/hr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

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8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 25 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

2nd of 29 rated museums

Job description

Summary
The Smithsonian Institution is the world's largest museum, education, and research complex, with 21 museums and the National Zoo. This position is located in one of the Smithsonian Institution's facilities serviced by the Office of Facilities Management (FM). The Office of Facilities Management (FM) is responsible for all Smithsonian facilities, many of which are designated as historic and all of which are visited by millions of people each year.
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Duties
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The Facilities Service Worker is responsible for performing various duties such as moving, arranging and lifting heavy objects including building materials, furniture and collections.
In this position, you will:
  • Perform various duties such as moving, arranging and lifting heavy objects including building materials, furniture and collections; also loads and unloads debris, trash, cement, sand, equipment, supplies and other materials from trucks, vans and cars by using dolly, hand truck, hand operated hydraulic lift, and/or by hand.
  • Operate gas or LP-powered, self-propelled ride-on and other equipment; performs the full range of operator-level maintenance and inspection to include inspection of fluid levels, tire pressures, and general inspection of equipment prior to operation.
  • Operate forklift trucks on the loading dock, parking garage and other areas, loads and unloads supplies from trucks, moves supplies to the shipping and receiving area and to storage areas and stacks and unstacks materials in designated areas both inside and outside of the building.
  • Assist with custodial tasks as required, custodial duties include cleaning offices, exhibit space, restrooms, corridors, storage rooms, stairways or any area within the confines of the building(s) using brooms, mops, buckets, heavy duty vacuums, buffers and scrubbers also snow removal.

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Conditions of employment
  • Pass Pre-employment Background Investigation
  • May need to complete a Probationary Period
  • Maintain a Bank Account for Direct Deposit/Electronic Transfer
  • Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered with Selective Service.

Conditions of Employment:
Physical Requirements:
This position requires the physical ability to perform moderately heavy work including lifting and carrying heavy objects up to 50 lbs.; work outside in all weather conditions with exposure to dirt, dust, pollen and insects; climb ladders and stairs; and stand and walk for extended periods.
Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the job opportunity announcement.
For information on the Job Qualification System for Trades and Labor Occupations, see OPM's website.
Additional Conditions of Employment:
Must have a valid State or District of Columbia driver's license. (You must submit a copy of your driver's license)
Must be available to work any one of the various shifts and/or assigned workdays that include holidays, weekends, and call back emergencies.
Qualifications
In order to be rated qualified, an applicant's overall experience and training must indicate possession of the minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the duties of this position.
Your resume must be no more than two (2) pages and should clearly demonstrate how your experience aligns with the responsibilities and specialized experience required for this position. Do not copy language directly from the vacancy announcement, as you will be deemed ineligible for consideration. Instead, provide detailed, descriptive information about your actual experience.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
  • This position is included in the bargaining unit.

Recruitment Incentive: Recruitment incentive(s) may be authorized for this position. However, approval for incentives are contingent upon various availability. If authorized, certain incentives will require the incumbent to sign a service agreement to remain in the Federal government for a certain time period.
Note: This statement does not imply nor guarantee an incentive will be offered and paid.
Selections may be made for vacancies across the Smithsonian Institution (SI). By applying to this position, you agree to allow your application and other personal information to be shared with one or more SI hiring officials for employment consideration for same/similar positions within the location(s) identified in this announcement.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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The Smithsonian offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, vacation and sick leave, holidays, health/life insurance, accident insurance, and excellent retirement program options.
Please see Benefits at https://www.si.edu/OHR/benefits for a complete description.
Flexible Spending Accounts - https://www.fsafeds.com/
Health Insurance - http://www.opm.gov/insure/health/index.asp
Leave - http://www.opm.gov/oca/leave/index.asp
Life Insurance - http://www.opm.gov/insure/life/index.asp
Long Term Care Insurance - http://www.ltcfeds.com
Retirement Program - https://www.opm.gov/retirement-services/

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