Museum Administrator

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Racine Heritage Museum seeks an enthusiastic and organized individual for the position of Museum Administrator. Reporting to the Assistant Director, the museum administrator is responsible for daily operations and office management. The museum administrator will work to support the Executive Director and museum staff.

 

Duties Include:

·        Organizing and responding to public inquiries and distributing them to appropriate staff when needed.

·        Performing accounting duties including recording donations and payments and organizing accounting files.

·        Scheduling front desk employees and tracking volunteer hours.

·        Ordering office supplies and maintaining office organization.

·        Maintaining front desk supplies and visitor brochures.

·        Tracking gift shop inventory and reordering shop merchandise when necessary.

·        Work with Executive Director on grant and financial reporting.

·        Provide support to the Development team for membership development and membership tracking.

·        Additional duties as needed.

 

Requirements:

●          Minimum high school education or GED equivalent.

●          Undergraduate degree in Administration, Communications or a related field is strongly preferred.

●          Strong written and oral communication skills.

●          Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Drive and web-based applications.

●          Strong organizational skills.

●          Personal transportation is strongly encouraged.

●          Ability to climb multiple flights of stairs. RHM is located within a historically preserved 1903 Carnegie library and is not ADA compliant.

 

Hours and Pay:

●          15hours/week,flexible.

●        $15/hr starting pay with opportunity for yearly raises.

●          Paid time off.

●          Discounts in museum shop

 

The Racine Heritage Museum is a non-profit historical society and museum dedicated to preserving the material culture and telling the special stories of the people of Racine County; their achievements, diversity, inventive genius, productivity, craftsmanship and entrepreneurial spirit.

 

Interested individuals should email a cover letter and resume to Allison Barr, Assistant Director, at curator@racineheritagemuseum.org

Executive Director

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The Columbia Museum of Art, Columbia, SC, seeks an Executive Director to lead this AAM-accredited museum into its next era. The CMA seeks a visionary Executive Director with 8+ years of senior museum/arts/nonprofit leadership to implement its strategic plan, drive engagement, and ensure sustainability. Located in a vibrant capital city, the CMA boasts a 75-year legacy and a celebrated collection. $215K–$240K salary plus benefits. Details: www.museum-search.com/open-searches Apply by 3/27/26: https://rcr.li/QZUI Inquiries: SearchandRef@museum-search.com Nominations welcome.

Archival Internship(s)

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Israelite House of David’s Archives & Collections 

Founded as a religious commune in 1903, the Israelite House of David was home to over 1,000 members at its peak in the 1920s. The community supported itself with numerous agricultural and industrial enterprises, as well as an amusement park, an exhibition baseball team, and professional touring bands. The colony played a pivotal role in the development of Southwest Michigan. Today, the colony now operates effectively as a historic trust, with the Archives & Collections established in 2021 to preserve the history of the House of David.

Find more information at https://www.israelitehouseofdavid.org/

The Israelite House of David Archives & Collections is accepting applications for one or two Archival Interns. The primary duty of the intern(s) will be to support the organization’s efforts to organize, catalog, and rehouse its Local History Collection objects.

Project Details:

Due to the significant impact the Israelite House of David has had on the history, culture, and economy of Southwestern Michigan and vice versa, and in the interest of framing the colony’s place in that history, the Archives & Collection houses a Local History Collection. Chosen interns will assist with the organizing, rehousing, and cataloging Local History Collection objects covering various businesses, events, and organizations from Berrien County.

This project entails:

  • Photographing Local History objects
  • Sorting, organizing, and rehousing items
  • Digitization and cataloging of collections using CatalogIt collections software
  • Creation of Finding Aids
  • Social media posts relating to project work

Qualifications: 

Open to undergraduates, graduate students, and recent graduates in/from Museum Studies, Public History, History, Art History, Archival Science, Library and Information Science, or related programs

Preferred Skills and Proficiencies: 

One year working or volunteering in a cultural institution
Experience digitizing, using collection software, preferably CatalogIt or similar system
Knowledge of the public history field generally, but preference given to those with experience with archival work

Internship Details:

  • 12 week long internship
  • 32 hours per week
  • Preferred start date of May 19, flexible
  • Optional dormitory-style housing at a nearby college (3.7 mi away)
  • Compensation of $16/hr with housing, $19/hr without housing
  • Optional funding to attend a professional conference of intern(s) choosing, during or up to a year after completion of internship (covers registration only)

To apply, send a cover letter and resume to our Collections Manager, Ms. Olivia Beebe, at oliviab@israelitehouseofdavid.org

Deadline: March 27, 2026 

Interviews will be conducted in early April

Director of Interpretation (Museum Section Head III)

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The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is looking to hire a Museum Section Head III (working title Director of Interpretation) for its State Museum Division. The Director of Interpretations works closely with the Director of the Illinois State Museum (ISM) in planning and evaluating programs & services of the Illinois State Museum that directly impact the visiting public. Primary responsibilities include overseeing exhibition programs, visitor services, and discipline-based and interdisciplinary educational programming. As a member of the Division’s Leadership Team, this position will act administratively for and collaboratively with the ISM Director. Leadership-level staff are responsible for preparation of detailed specialized budget materials and professional reports. They contribute to Division administration by formulating and carrying out strategic planning & implementation, and preparation of annual budgets. They are responsible for working with senior and subordinate staff in establishing objective and subsequent evaluations. This position will also work collaboratively with all State Museum sites to support their administrative, management and interpretive objectives and responsibilities. We welcome all interested applicants to apply today.

Museum staff are impelled to engage in a regular cycle of professional development to maintain competence and currency in their areas of expertise or responsibility; and participate in relevant professional organizations. This position is expected to be able to occasionally travel locally, regionally, or statewide to participate in professional development, outreach events, and for general operational needs of their work site. They may be requested to consult, advise, or present information to share their knowledge and experience with museum professionals, students, and the public.

Essential Functions
Serve as senior manager at Illinois State Museum
Serve as lead position for ISM Interpretation section
Serve as Interpretation specialist
Perform other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the Position Overview.

Minimum Qualifications
Requires a minimum Bachelors in appropriate area of specialization such as education, museum studies, science, art, history, or anthropology. Masters degree in appropriate field(s) of study or higher degree in museum adjacent fields preferred.
Requires a minimum of 15 years’ experience working in museum-related areas such as education, exhibits, administration, visitor services, or interpretation. Work history should demonstrate increasing job responsibilities in program administration and staff management.
Requires 10 years of people management experience.

Preferred Qualifications
Working-knowledge level of experience in developing and implementing an institution’s Interpretive plan (a foundational guideline for all exhibits and educational programming).
Working knowledge of administrating funds and budgeting.
Working knowledge of grant management.

 

Closing Date: 02/17/2026

Advancement Officer

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CAREER OPPORTUNITY DESCRIPTION

Title: Advancement Officer
Job Type: Full-time (exempt)
Hours: Generally 40-45 hours per week; includes some nights and weekends
Location: Dubuque, Iowa
Compensation: DuMA offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, paid vacation, and flextime. See Salary and Benefits section for further details.

 

                         

INTRODUCTION

The Dubuque Museum of Art (DuMA) seeks a talented fundraising professional to join our staff during an exciting period of momentum and growth in our programs, community engagement, operations, and campus.

 

ABOUT THE DUBUQUE MUSEUM OF ART
DuMA’s mission is to create engaging art experiences that excite, inspire, and connect our community.

Established in 1874, DuMA is among Iowa’s oldest cultural organizations. Since opening an award-winning, remodeled facility in downtown Dubuque in 1999, DuMA has expanded its permanent collections to include over 2,600 objects, including internationally-recognized works by Grant Wood and Edward S. Curtis. In addition, DuMA regularly hosts and presents juried, curated, and traveling exhibitions, featuring locally, regionally, and nationally-recognized artists, and offers a diverse array of youth and adult art education programs, outreach activities, and special events.

Accredited by the American Alliance of Museums since 2004, DuMA is a Smithsonian Affiliate and a member of the Midwest and Iowa Museums Associations.

 

POSITION SUMMARY

 The Advancement Officer is responsible for the planning and execution of a comprehensive annual giving program. This position will focus on strategically building and maintaining a robust pipeline of annual programs with the goal of retaining and expanding philanthropic support. The Advancement Officer will oversee all annual giving appeals, including membership, and will be responsible for developing and implementing tactical communication plans. This position will report to the Director of Advancement and work to optimize philanthropic support for the Dubuque Museum of Art.

 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Working closely with the Director of Advancement, volunteers and appropriate committees, the Advancement Officer will assume the following responsibilities:

 

Annual Giving:

  • Execute annual giving plan that prioritizes streamlined donor and member communications, employs targeted annual appeals and drives, and identifies opportunities for strategic events
  • Actively identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward individual members and donors and corporate entities to build a robust prospect pipeline in the $1-$20,000 range
  • Develop and process gift solicitation and fulfillment materials, including annual appeals, membership solicitation and renewals, and gift acknowledgment letters
  • Build and maintain positive working relationships with staff, members, and donors

 

Campaign Coordination:

  • Serve as a front-line fundraiser able to ascertain donor priorities and pivot between cultivating annual operating support and campaign contributions
  • Facilitate cross-departmental capital campaign activations including communications and messaging to external stakeholders in partnership with the Marketing Manager
  • Complete focused donor research and prospect cultivation for the capital campaign
  • Track capital campaign pledges, pledge reminders, and invoices

 

Development Operations:

  • Continually monitor and update constituent records to ensure accuracy and proper recording of gifts; collaborate with finance staff to reconcile database on a quarterly basis
  • Provide timely and accurate data from the database for reports, mailings, and projects
  • Collaborate with the Director of Advancement to establish benchmarks and regular reporting processes to measure results of all annual giving activities
  • Provide administrative support for the Director of Advancement

 

Event Coordination:

  • Plan and execute development events
  • Serve as liaison between departments to ensure all Museum programming is appropriately utilized for cultivation and stewardship
  • Lead in the production of the museum’s annual Gala
  • Assist with execution of capital campaign related fundraising events

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • A minimum of three years of experience successfully increasing annual giving
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write and speak clearly and persuasively
  • Working knowledge of volunteer management, fundraising, donor relations and public relations concepts, principles, procedures and techniques
  • Ability to collect, organize and analyze data related to donor giving
  • Strong interpersonal communication and relationship abilities
  • Tactfulness and discretion with confidential and privileged information
  • Strategic and goal-oriented, with attention to detail and execution
  • Proficiency in Salesforce or comparable donor database
  • A strong sense of personal accountability and responsibility for his/her actions and performance
  • Working knowledge of and adherence to the Association of Fundraising Professionals
    Code of Ethics

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

  •  Must possess a valid driver’s license and means of personal transportation
  • Ability to work evening and weekend hours in Dubuque
  • Ability to sit or stand for extended periods
  • Ability to read, write and speak English proficiently
  • Intermediate to advanced computer skills, including a high degree of familiarity with Microsoft Office applications (Word and Excel)

 

SALARY AND BENEFITS

DuMA offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, paid vacation, and generous flextime policy. The starting salary for this position is commensurate with experience; however, an expected salary would be $89,000 annually.

 

SUPERVISION

Reports to: Director of Advancement

 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
All offers of employment are conditioned upon a background check and 90-day probationary employment period.

 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, current CV/résumé, and a minimum of three professional references to hr@dbqart.org. No calls please.

(Note: References will only be contacted at the finalist stage and with the candidate’s prior consent.)

 

The Dubuque Museum of Art is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal treatment of all employees without regard to race, national origin, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, physical or mental disability or other basis protected by law.

Collection Registrar

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Position Summary

The Mott-Warsh Collection (MWC) is seeking a Collection Registrar to oversee the day-to-day preservation and management of objects and archives in its fine art collection. The registrar’s responsibilities include accessioning and documenting acquisitions, maintaining electronic and physical records, inventory, storage, monitoring condition of objects, and safeguarding objects from damage, either physical or environmental. The position also manages collection loans, including shipping and packing, condition reporting, and inventory control. The registrar participates in art handling and the movement of objects throughout MWC facilities, working alongside curatorial staff and preparators to ensure best practices are maintained throughout all aspects of installation and deinstallation processes. This is a full-time position reporting to the MWC Director, Curator, and Collection Educator. The position will also work cooperatively with other MWC staff on tasks relating to exhibitions and programming at MW Gallery, located nearby.

The MWC manages many tasks with a small staff. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent communication and problem-solving skills and will be willing to work to increase their knowledge of the art and artists represented in the collection and fulfill the goals of the MWC. All duties shall be performed according to MWC policies and procedures, and guidelines prescribed by the American Alliance of Museums.

 

Essential Responsibilities

Collection Documentation

  • Manages electronic database (PastPerfect Museum Software), and documentation files related to the collection, loans, and exhibitions.
  • Receives and catalogues new acquisitions; maintains catalogue records, both digital and paper; maintains collection archives.
  • Digitizes collection images for inclusion in database.
  • Performs periodic software upgrades and database system migrations; assesses need for metadata development; maintains collection data integrity.
  • Ensures accuracy and consistency in the recording of all collection-related material, including location tracking and condition reporting of collection objects.
  • Conducts inventory of the collection.
  • Catalogues books and periodicals for the MWC Research Library and ephemera for artist files and collection archives.
  • In consultation with the collection curator, responds to information requests, both internal and external.

Exhibitions and Loans

  • Tracks loan requests; prepares loan documents and ensures adherence to established MWC policies.
  • Schedules and coordinates shipping and receiving of art; completes condition reports on all incoming and outgoing artwork.
  • Assists in art movement for exhibitions, storage, and photography; packing preparation of outgoing art loans; receives and unpacks returned loans.
  • Assists art preparators with the installation of exhibits at MW Gallery and local community venues.
  • Courier as needed.

Collections Care

  • Monitors and participates in establishing the proper care and safekeeping of all art in the MWC.
  • Routinely inspects, cleans, and maintains artwork in gallery and art storage spaces.
  • Performs inspections and condition checks of art loans at local venues.
  • In tandem with the collection curator, assesses, organizes, and assists in the procurement of appropriate storage containers and compartments for artworks.
  • Monitors climate control and environmental conditions of collection exhibition and storage spaces and reports any deviances.
  • Assists the collection curator in securing conservation services for damaged or unstable art objects.
  • Collaborates with the collection curator to establish disaster planning procedures.

General

  • Conducts research, compiles data, and disseminates information related to exhibition projects; occasional label writing.
  • Schedules and supervises access to artwork by visiting scholars, interns, and students.
  • Trains and supervises support staff and interns performing collections management related tasks.
  • Periodically assists with evening and/or weekend installations/deinstallations and special events.
  • Complies with MWC and MFO Management Company policies and procedures.
  • Other tasks as needed.

 

Requirements

Education/Experience

  • BA degree in art history, museum studies, arts management, or library science.
  • Minimum of two years’ experience in collections management, preferably in a fine art museum.

Knowledge/Skill/Ability

  • Proficiency in using PastPerfect 5.0 Museum Software, or similar Collections Management Systems.
  • Working knowledge of the concepts, principles, and best practices of collections management including knowledge of art media, object handling/packing/shipping methods, and preservation and maintenance of objects.
  • Experience in the management of contracts and insurance documents associated with art loans and traveling exhibitions.
  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Highly organized and strong analytical skills.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Competencies in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Adaptability to changing priorities and working on multiple projects.
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team; willingness to take initiative.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse workspace and community.
  • Ability to stand, climb ladders, bend, stoop, and lift up to 40 pounds.
  • Valid Michigan driver’s license.
  • Resident of Genesee County (preferred).

 

About the Mott-Warsh Collection:

The Mott-Warsh Collection is a privately owned, publicly shared fine art collection comprising over 1100 works by artists of the African diaspora and those who reflect on it. Artists represented in the collection include post-World War II masters, such as Romare Bearden, Elizabeth Catlett, Jacob Lawrence, and Betye Saar, as well as contemporary visionaries, such as Nick Cave, Simone Leigh, Wangechi Mutu, Hank Willis Thomas, Carrie Mae Weems, and Kehinde Wiley. Collectively, they cover a wide range of media: drawing, painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture, video, and sound.

The collection was established in 2001 by Maryanne Mott and her late husband, Herman Warsh, in her community of origin, Flint, Michigan. Their primary intent was to bring art into non-traditional venues where it could be encountered by people as they went about their daily lives. They formed community partnerships with institutions that had an interest in making the collection visible to their memberships, clients, visitors, and participants. Today, rotating exhibits of Mott-Warsh Collection art can be found in the public library, churches, health clinics, local colleges and universities, and the MW Gallery. The collection also lends to internationally and nationally touring museum exhibitions.

The Mott-Warsh Collection offers a competitive salary and benefits, commensurate with experience.

Associate Curator or Curator, American Art

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Associate Curator or Curator of American Art
Location: Kansas City, MO

The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art seeks a dynamic and scholarly Curator of American Art to play a vital role in researching, preserving, and interpreting one of the nation’s most significant collections of American art, and will consider candidates who meet the requirements of either an Associate Curator or full Curator level.

About the Role

The Associate Curator or Curator of American Art will lead the research, care, and growth of our historic American art collection, including paintings, sculpture, and works on paper from the 18th to early 20th centuries. You’ll develop exhibitions, grow the collection, and engage diverse audiences through scholarship and programming.

What You’ll Do

Manage, research, and interpret the historic American art collection.
Develop original exhibitions and gallery installations.
Build relationships with collectors, galleries, and donors to support acquisitions.
Conduct scholarly research and publish related work.
Collaborate with internal teams on museum projects and initiatives.
Deliver tours, lectures, and presentations to varied audiences.

What We’re Looking For

Associate Curator (level)
Master’s degree in art history, American Studies or related field (ABD/PhD preferred).
At least 5 years of curatorial experience, ideally in a collecting institution, focused on historic American art.
Proven success in organizing exhibitions, securing acquisitions, and producing publications.
Excellent communication, diplomacy, and relationship-building skills.
Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and audience engagement.
Curator (level)
Master’s degree in art history, American Studies, or related field (ABD/PhD preferred).
7 or more years of curatorial experience, ideally in a collecting institution, focused on historic American art.
Proven success in organizing exhibitions, securing acquisitions, and producing publications.
Excellent communication, diplomacy, and relationship-building skills.
Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and audience engagement.

Work Schedule

Monday–Friday with occasional evenings, weekends, and travel.

Why Join Us?
You’ll be part of a collaborative, mission-driven team that values scholarship, creativity, and community engagement while shaping the future of one of the nation’s important historic American art collections.

Why the Nelson-Atkins?
We are a vibrant, free-admission institution with a world-class collection, a strong commitment to scholarship and diversity, and a mission to create a sense of belonging for all. You’ll join a talented and collaborative team dedicated to the power of art to inspire, challenge, and connect.

Compensation & Benefits:
This is a full-time, exempt position with salary commensurate with experience and qualifications:

Associate Curator Starting Salary Range: $71,173 to $80,092 per year

Curator Starting Salary Range: $85,490 to $96,129 per year

We offer a generous benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; retirement contributions; paid time off; onsite wellness center, and professional development opportunities.

Non-Discrimination
The Nelson-Atkins is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with disabilities, women, and LGBTQ+ applicants.

The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department.

The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art conducts pre-employment background checks as part of our selection process.

Salary information is a general guideline only.  The Museum considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.