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How much do sports museum jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for sports 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 is a sports museum?

A sports museum is a specialized institution dedicated to preserving, showcasing, and interpreting artifacts, memorabilia, and stories related to sports, athletes, teams, and sporting events. These museums often feature exhibits on the history of various sports, significant achievements, and the cultural impact of athletics. Visitors can expect to see items such as trophies, uniforms, equipment, photographs, and interactive displays. The goal of a sports museum is to educate, inspire, and entertain fans and the general public by celebrating the legacy and evolution of sports.

What are typical daily responsibilities for someone working in a sports museum?

Daily responsibilities in a sports museum often include curating and maintaining exhibits, interacting with visitors to provide information and guided tours, assisting with educational programs and special events, and handling the preservation of artifacts. Staff members may also collaborate with historians, athletes, and other museums to develop new displays or coordinate traveling exhibits. Additionally, administrative tasks such as cataloging items and managing visitor feedback are common, making the role both dynamic and engaging.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a sports museum curator?

To thrive as a Sports Museum Curator, you need a background in museum studies, history, or a related field, often supported by relevant degrees and experience in curation or collections management. Familiarity with collections management systems, artifact conservation techniques, and exhibition design software is typically required. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to engage and educate diverse audiences are valuable soft skills in this role. These skills ensure the preservation, accurate presentation, and effective interpretation of sports history for the public.

What is the difference between Sports Museum vs Sports Curator?

AspectSports MuseumSports Curator
Required CredentialsTypically a background in museum studies, history, or sports managementDegree in museum studies, history, or related field; often requires experience in curation
Work EnvironmentMuseum settings, exhibit spaces, educational programsMuseum or gallery environments, managing collections and exhibits
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by museums dedicated to sports history and memorabiliaEmployed by museums, galleries, or sports organizations to manage collections
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding roles related to sports history preservationClarifying responsibilities of sports-related collection management

While a Sports Museum is an institution that displays sports history and memorabilia, a Sports Curator is a professional responsible for managing and organizing sports collections within such institutions. The curator plays a key role in developing exhibits, preserving items, and engaging visitors, making the two roles closely connected but distinct in function.

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Infographic showing various Sports Museum job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 63% Full Time, 33% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $76,262 per year, or $36.7 per hour.

Security Officer, Full-time

Senator John Heinz History Center

Pittsburgh, PA • On-site

$15/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

About the Senator John Heinz History Center

The Senator John Heinz History Center is a Smithsonian-affiliated Museum and a first-day Pittsburgh attraction that presents compelling stories from American history with a Western Pennsylvania connection, all in an interactive and engaging environment for visitors of all ages.  The largest history museum in Pennsylvania, the AAM-accredited History Center attracts large and diverse audiences to its 370,000-square-foot facility in Pittsburgh’s historic Strip District that includes six floors of long-term and changing exhibition space along with spectacular spaces for unique events.

The History Center’s family of museums includes the Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum, a dynamic museum-within-a-museum; the Fort Pitt Museum in Point State Park; and Meadowcroft Rockshelter & Historic Village, a National Historic Landmark located in Avella, Washington County, Pa. The History Center also leads a partnership of more than 125 regional historical societies, museums, and organizations dedicated to preserving local history – the History Center Affiliates Program.

A popular destination for families and visitors to our region, the History Center attracts more than 250,000 visitors annually and reaches millions through virtual programs and digital outreach. The History Center was recently recognized as America’s #1 History Museum by USA TODAY and “Pittsburgh’s Best Museum” by Pittsburgh Magazine.

Job Posting

The Senator John Heinz History Center, the largest history museum in Pennsylvania dedicated to history and an affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution, is seeking a Full-time Security Officer. 

Security Officers must be friendly yet firm and responsive to the needs of all customers.  The Officer may be questioned by the public on a number of topics regarding the History Center – directions within, amenities, exhibit components, and facilities.  The officer observes and operates security systems as well as assists with overall risk management – locating, correcting and/or reporting threats of all kinds to the organization.  The position demands that the officer maintain a working knowledge of the History Center exhibits, programs, and emergency response protocols while providing extraordinary customer service /interactions.  Since the Officer at times be the only person in the building, a high degree of attentiveness and pro-activity will be necessary.

This is a full-time, hourly position reporting to the Chief of Security.  

Why Work at the History Center?

  • Rewarding, mission-driven work that makes an impact in the community
  • Smithsonian-affiliated Museum located in Pittsburgh’s vibrant and historic Strip District
  • Voted the #1 history museum in the nation by USA Today
  • Voted Best Museum in Pittsburgh by Pittsburgh Magazine
  • Highly professional, collegial staff and dedicated volunteers
  • Located in Pittsburgh, one of America’s “most livable” cities
  • Dynamic workplace in Pittsburgh’s historic Strip District
  • Full benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
  • 403(B) retirement plans with employer match
  • Paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick days)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Nine (9) paid holidays
  • Company paid life insurance / LTD
  • Wellness and Employee Assistance Program
  • Discounts in the Museum Shop and Café
  • Public transportation and parking options nearby

While this is primarily a daylight position, you may be asked to work evenings for special events.  Must be available to work weekends and holidays.

High school education or equivalent required with 2 years security experience preferred, but we are willing to train the right individual. This position requires extreme attentiveness with the security monitors, alarms, and execution of security procedures ensuring the safety of the patrons during late evening event rentals, evening/night staff, facilities, and other facility contents.  This position can be, at times,  moderately physically demanding.  It also requires the ability to be both a multi-team player as well as function independently with a lot of self-motivation. 

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