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City of Sacramento

Registrar

Sacramento, CA

$56K - $79K/yr

This position works closely with archivists, curators, volunteers, and interns. IDEAL CANDIDATE ... Principles of museum conservation. Museum standards and techniques for shipping artifacts.

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Casper College

Museum Assistant

Casper, WY · On-site

$16.75 - $18.43/hr

The Museum Assistant is responsible for visitor relations as guests, students, faculty and staff ... conservation of the exhibits as needed. * Supervise work study students, and volunteers as ...

National Gallery of Art

Museum Curator

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$169K - $197K/yr

Oversees installations, object research, cataloguing, conservation priorities, interpretive ... Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National ...

National Gallery of Art

Museum Curator

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$169K - $197K/yr

Oversees installations, object research, cataloguing, conservation priorities, interpretive ... Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National ...

DISCOVERY PLACE INC

Museum Educator

Charlotte, NC · On-site

Cost Consciousness - Conserves organizational resources. Adaptability - Manages competing demands ... Initiative - Volunteers readily; Asks for and offers help when needed. Innovation - Displays ...

DISCOVERY PLACE INC

Museum Educator

Charlotte, NC · On-site

Cost Consciousness - Conserves organizational resources. Adaptability - Manages competing demands ... Initiative - Volunteers readily; Asks for and offers help when needed. Innovation - Displays ...

National Gallery of Art

Museum Curator

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$143K - $187K/yr

... conservation, framing, and the registrar for collections in his/her charge. * Write/review texts ... Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National ...

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As of Jul 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for volunteer museum conservation in the United States is $19.14, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $20.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Infographic showing various Volunteer Museum Conservation job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 68% Full Time, 29% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 20% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,804 per year, or $19.1 per hour.

ReeFLorida Conservation Volunteer - Unpaid

Frost Science Volunteer

Miami, FL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Title: ReeFLorida Conservation Volunteer (unpaid)
Department: Conservation
Status: Volunteer- Unpaid
SUMMARY: The ReeFLorida Volunteer at the Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science (Frost Science) will assist the Conservation team by explaining and interpreting the Marine Conservation WetLab and aquarium exhibits to museum guests. After training, ReeFLorida Volunteer will be able to inform guests about the animals in our exhibits and the importance of marine conservation efforts. ReeFLorida Volunteers are encouraged to contribute for at least one year, with a suggested minimum of one 4.5-hour shift per week between 10AM-5PM.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Welcome guests to the Marine Conservation WetLab and aquariums.
  • Assist with ReeFLorida activities and events.
  • Answer guests' questions related to directions, shows and general information to help ensure guests have a positive experience.
  • Receive training and gain knowledge around the content specific to the aquariums.
  • Support staff in promoting museum safety policies.
  • Participate in volunteer activities as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • An interest in Florida ecology, animals and their habitats, and marine conservation.
  • Must demonstrate an enthusiastic and patient attitude at all times, and a willingness to engage with guests from around the world.
  • Strong oral communication skills.
  • Reliable and punctual, with good attendance.
  • Ability to problem-solve and be resourceful.
  • Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
  • Must be 18 years or older.
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) or (English/Creole) a plus.
  • Experience in customer service and/or science communication a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & ENVIRONMENT
This role involves standing, walking, and engaging with guests for extended periods. Volunteers may occasionally lift up to 30 pounds and assist outdoors in varying weather conditions. The environment includes both indoor and outdoor spaces at the museum, where volunteers may be exposed to sun, rain, or heat during their shift. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS
  • Background clearance
  • Drug screening as part of the Drug Free Workplace Program

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