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Executive Director, Carpenter's Company of the City  and County of Philadelphia, Philadelphia

Founded in 1724 as a guild, The Carpenters’ Company of the City and County of Philadelphia is one of the country’s most historically significant nonprofit organizations.  By preserving and interpreting Carpenters’ Hall, its unique membership of architects, engineers, and builders celebrate their preeminent role in the American story past and future; Pulitzer Prize-winning public historian David McCollough called Carpenters’ Hall “ the acorn of American democracy”. The organization is seeking an Executive Director who is passionate about American History, Carpenters’ Hall and The Company and is a strategic and creative leader.  

The successful candidate will possess strong management capabilities, preferably with a nonprofit membership organization, including fundraising, financial management, team building, and talent management.  The candidate will be the Company’s leading voice and champion, enhancing the organization’s identity both locally and nationally.

Among the Executive Director’s areas of responsibilities are:

Management
- Provide leadership regarding hiring, performance management, and evaluation of 5 full time and 3 part time employees, 12 volunteer docents, and several consultants.
- Oversee planning, management and evaluation of all existing and new programs and events.
- Oversee major fundraising events including the biennial golf outing and gala.
- Manage the efficient operation of historic Carpenters’ Hall as a free destination open and interpreted to the public.
- Meet the needs and interests of a diverse membership of architects, engineers, and builders.
- Foster and continue to encourage volunteerism to support the organization in day-to-day and long-term goals.

Mission and Strategy
- Support the Company’s board in implementing its strategic plan.
- Facilitate the work of member volunteer committees and steward the interests of members, all of whom are owner-leaders of design and construction firms.
- Keep the board informed of financial, operational and programmatic performance, and the factors influencing them.
- Identify and cultivate relationships with funders and supporters.  Share the mission of the organization and nurture partnerships that result in additional exposure for the Company and Carpenters’ Hall.  

Financial
- Manage and optimize a current operating budget of $1.4 million and investment accounts of $3.3 million
- Oversee fundraising opportunities and progress, leading staff and board in securing funding from Government, foundations, corporations, and individuals.  
- Develop opportunities for increasing earned revenue.

Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced Degree preferred in preservation, museum studies, public history, nonprofit management or related field
- Demonstrated financial management skills including ability to develop and manage operational and facilities budgets
- Fundraising and development experience
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational communication skills
- Experience in the management of a history or museum organization
- Experience in the management of a professional membership organization

Position Details
The Executive Director reports to the board of directors

Compensation: Salary range $130,000-$150,000 with a comprehensive benefit package

Position requires occasional travel and occasional work in the evening and on weekends

Position requires climbing stairs

The Carpenters’ Company is an EEO Employer.

Desired start date: December 2026

Deadline to apply:  August 1, 2026

Submissions of interest in the position will consist of cover letter and resume directed to Carpenters’ Company Search Committee at cboyce@intermissionllc.com.  Applications received by August 1, 2026 will receive full consideration in confidence.
(Posted 6/15)

President, Chester County History Center, West Chester

Background: Founded in 1893, the Chester County History Center (CCHC) is a nonprofit organization that serves as the official county history museum, history education center, and historical repository of Chester County, Pennsylvania, one of the Commonwealth’s original counties. The 56,000 square foot museum has a budget of

$1.4 million and a staff of 17 full-time and 8 – 12 part-time. It includes seven exhibition galleries, 80,000 museum artifacts, a research library with over 700,000 manuscripts and 10,000 reference volumes, a photo archives of more than 100,000 photographs, and public programming space. In 2021, CCHC completed a comprehensive redesign of its core exhibition galleries, including visible storage in two additional galleries.

CCHC presents a vibrant array of programs for children, families, and adults, and a robust set of school programs, including the regional National History Day competition. CCHC also jointly administers, with the County of Chester, the Chester County Archives and Records Services, located nearby in the Chester County Government Services Center. CCHC benefits from the resources of its location in the Brandywine Valley and its proximity to Philadelphia. More information is available at www.mycchc.org

For over 130 years, CCHC has been the storyteller of Chester County, teaching, preserving, and sharing over three centuries of Chester County history. In 2025, CCHC is proud to have hosted over 27,500 guests, including over 3,500 students, at our exhibitions, programs, and presentations, informing and inspiring each of them. We consider education of the expanding Chester County community to be one of our most important goals.

The Mission of Chester County History Center:

Linking Past to Present, to Inspire the Future: Engage, Preserve, Educate, Connect, and Imagine.

CCHC fulfills this mission by stewarding an unparalleled collection of artifacts, manuscripts, photographs and volumes that document over 300 years of County heritage, offering innovative educational programs and exhibitions that draw on the collections to bring history to life, and helping audiences explore their own histories through History Center resources and staff experience.

Position Description: The Board of Trustees is looking for an experienced, dynamic, and visionary leader who is passionate about the role of history in inspiring and informing the lives of people today. The President must spearhead development activities and oversee all aspects of the institution, fostering a productive, collegial, and respectful workplace. This position requires a leader with strong fundraising skills. The President serves as the chief executive officer of the museum and reports to the Board of Trustees.

Responsibilities

• ·         Development: Provides dynamic leadership in the friend and fundraising efforts of the museum, including initiating and supporting donor relationships, overseeing fundraising campaigns and events, implementing a comprehensive development plan, and providing support and priority to the Director of Development and the Development Committee. CCHC’s donor universe includes all companies doing business in Chester County and all families who reside in Chester County. The President will be expected to develop and cultivate relationships with the corporate community in terms of linking the company’s mission to history. Relationships with families will include an emphasis on children, to inspire an affinity for history and genealogy which may resonate in financial support.
• ·         Community engagement: Represents CCHC as the chief executive officer with its many internal and external constituencies, including government officials, business leaders, institutional, and cultural partners, and acts as an advocate for regional history, lifelong learning, and cultural engagement in various capacities. Enhances the organization’s public image in order to expand interest and support.
• ·         Grant writing: Manages and supervises grant applications.
• ·         Leadership initiatives: Creates and encourages a culture of innovation and creative thinking among the staff, volunteers, board members, and community partners to address how historical understanding can inform present-day issues and opportunities and enrich community identity. Works with the Board of Trustees, staff, and stakeholders to develop, implement, and evaluate a strategic plan for the organization.
• ·         Financial Management: Oversees the financial well-being of the institution, including budget, cost control, financial controls, banking, insurance, and the reporting of all financial results to the Board.
• ·         Management: Leads and provides professional guidance to the Management Team (Directors of Development, Collections, Education and Finance) as well as the staff of the entire organization, and ensures that appropriate policies and procedures are in place.

Qualifications:

• ·         Proven record of fundraising expertise and success
• ·         Ability to effectively network for the organization, interacting effectively with a diverse group of stakeholders
• ·         Advanced degree in nonprofit or business administration, history or museum studies, or related field
• ·         Minimum five years in a senior-level leadership role
• ·         Strong understanding of nonprofit financial management
• ·         Solid record in working effectively with nonprofit boards
• ·         Broad knowledge of museum, library, and educational standards, practices, and trends
• ·         A demonstrated strong commitment to Chester County, Pennsylvania and its history, culture, people, and stories. If a candidate is not living/working in this area, a demonstrated commitment to the history and culture of his or her current location and place of work, and a plan to build the same dedication here.
• ·         Excellent interpersonal skills
• ·         Excellent writing and public speaking skills
• ·         Direct or supervisory experience in exhibition or program development
• ·         Strong project management, problem solving, and critical thinking skills

To Apply:

Please submit a resume or CV, cover letter, and names of at least three professional references by midnight on July 19, 2026 to cypresssageadvising@gmail.com

Review of applications will begin upon receipt. The new President of CCHC will ideally assume the post during summer 2026. Salary will be based on a number of factors, especially the background and demonstrated success of the successful candidate, but is likely to be in the range of $100,000 to $125,000, plus a benefits package commensurate to the position.
(Posted 6/10)

Digitization Technician for Genealogical History Project, Historical Society of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia

Department: Library Services

Division: Digital Services

FLSA: Full-time, Temporary, non-exempt, expires June 2028

Summary of Position:

The Historical Society of Pennsylvania seeks a full-time Project Digitization Technician to begin the digitization of genealogical records held at the Historical Society. The Digitization Technician will be a member of the Library Services Department, and Digital Services Division. This position is full-time (40 hours per week) through June 2028. The technician will begin their hours immediately and must complete the project by June 2028. This full-time position is a limited term position.

About the Collection:

The genealogical records to be digitized consist of 75 candidate collections. The collections have been identified as holding family records that are exclusive to HSP’s collections and are not available on current online platforms such as Family Search o rAncestry. The collections include valuable genealogical, biographical, and historical information that will be beneficial to family historians, researchers, and genealogists. The collections also include information related to marginalized populations that are difficult to find in existing databases, including but not limited to orphans, immigrants, and people of color.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Digitize individual items in the collection using a flatbed scanner and a digital copy stand system with Adobe Creative Cloud software.
• Create records in the DAMS (Collective Access) using established metadata standards and classifications.
• Upload digital images to the DAMS, ensuring images are linked with corresponding records in the appropriate index.
• Identifying and indexing collections that do not yet have an index

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree and experience working with digital collections and/or records management.
• Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills.
• Ability to read and transcribe handwritten documents.
• The candidate must be able to lift boxes weighing up to 25 lbs.
• Experience handling fragile books and documents preferred.

Status: Temporary, Non-exempt

Salary: $20.00 per hour

Please send a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references to:

Historical Society of Pennsylvania

1300 Locust St.

Philadelphia, PA 19107
(Posted 6/1)

Collections Manager, Mercer Museum, Doylestown

Organizational Background

Located in Doylestown, in the heart of Bucks County, PA, the Mercer Museum & Fonthill Castle, operated by the Bucks County Historical Society (BCHS), are two historic concrete castles that celebrate the life and legacy of Henry Chapman Mercer (1856-1930), American archaeologist, anthropologist, ceramicist and scholar.

The Mercer Museum, one of Bucks County’s premier cultural attractions and a Smithsonian affiliate, features both local and national seasonal exhibits as well as a collection of over 50,000 pre-Industrial tools. This permanent collection offers visitors a unique window into pre-Industrial America and is one of the world’s most comprehensive portraits of American material culture.

Fonthill Castle was home to Henry Chapman Mercer and served as a showplace for his collection of tiles and prints. Fonthill Castle features Mercer’s renowned, handcrafted ceramic tiles designed at the height of the Arts and Crafts movement.

Description

The Collections Manager is responsible for the registration, documentation, care, and preservation of all two- and three-dimensional materials held within the collections of the Bucks County Historical Society, and specifically its Mercer Museum and Fonthill Castle collections. The Collections Manager functions within a curatorial team, as well as the greater organization. The Collections Manager may in turn supervise collections assistants, as well as interns, temporary staff, or volunteers working on collections-related projects. The position also helps to train and guide the work of facilities/custodial staff when performing collections-related housekeeping.

Key Areas of Responsibility

Collections – Records: • Manages the museum collections database (Argus) and online catalogue; supervises entry of information into that program, maximizing public accessibility to collections and collections information. • Manages incoming and outgoing loans, including related tasks such as arranging for appraisals and insurance, monitoring condition, and supervising packing and shipping. • Conducts the accessioning and cataloging of museum artwork and artifacts; documents artifacts as they enter as well as leave the collections. • Supervises or performs new artifact photography, and the maintenance and organization of collections images. • Conducts and manages periodic collections inventories. Oversees the movement and rehousing of collections.

Collections – Services: • Manages and responds to public requests for information about museum collections; processes and facilitates collections access requests. • Develops policies, procedures and fees for photographic services program in consultation with the Senior Director of Library & Collections.

Collections – Preventative Conservation and Care:• Coordinates, supervises and participates in the physical movement of artifacts and archival materials for exhibits, study, and storage projects. • Develops and coordinates training in object/materials handling and care for other staff, volunteers, and interns. • Develops, coordinates, and supervises projects to improve storage and exhibition conditions; regularly monitors the condition of collections on exhibit and in storage. • Collaborates with the Facilities Department in implementing pest management program; reviews reports and recommends interventions as necessary. • Assists with, special collections care and conservation projects as assigned.

Operations and Administration: • Executes approved departmental plans and objectives, supervising and delegating tasks to assistants, volunteers and interns; maintains communication among collections staff. • Assists with the development of grant proposals to support specific collections care and management projects. • Serves as a member of the security staff, with responsibilities for museum openings and closings, and security coverage as assigned. • Monitors supply needs for collections care and management projects; procures supplies and materials as necessary and as budgeted. • Assists in the development, review and revision of emergency procedures and response plans for Mercer and Fonthill Museums as they impact collections. Serves as a member of the response and recovery team. • Participates and provides curatorial support to special events and programs as assigned. • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Summary: • Bachelor degree or demonstrated, equivalent experience in one or more of the following fields: museum studies, public history, archives management, or related discipline. • Professional-level knowledge and familiarity with museum artifact care and conservation concerns and procedures, including best practices in artifact handling, housekeeping, environmental concerns, condition reporting, and security. • Professional-level knowledge and familiarity with collections management concerns and procedures, including best practices in object registration, numbering, cataloging, and inventory methods. • Professional-level research and documentation skills, including the ability to extract and interpret information from primary and secondary sources, data files, and other resources. • Ability to operate a PC, including familiarity with collections databases, word processing software, digital imaging software/hardware, e-mail, internet searching. • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. • Strong organizational skills with attention to detail. • Ability to operate a digital camera for photographic documentation. • Ability to work independently, but also flexibly and cooperatively with co-workers and volunteers. • Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion. • Ability to meet physical demands, including standing, walking, climbing stairs and ladders, seeing, reaching/bending, working at heights, and lifting a maximum of 40 lbs.

Position Details: • Salary range is $50,000 - $55,000 based on skill and experience. • This is a full-time, exempt position, reporting to the Senior Director of Library and Collections. • This is an on-site, in-office position, which requires some rotation among multiple work sites.

Interested candidates should send a cover letter, résumé, and three references as a single PDF to careers@mercermuseum.org, ATTN: Collections Manager

The Bucks County Historical Society provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
(Posted 5/29)

Program Presenter, USS Requin, Kamin Science Center, Pittsburgh

The USS Requin submarine is seeking outgoing individuals with excellent customer service skills to join our team of presenters!  You will engage visitors about life onboard the sub during 20-minute self-guided tours, distribute and schedule tickets for tour times, present small format programming, and assist with daily cleaning as necessary.  Requin is closed to the public from January through March; you may be tasked with minor maintenance, restoration, archival projects, and program development during this time.  

Weekend and weekday availability required; occasional evening hours assisting with the USS Requin escape room.   

Wage: $16/hr

Deadline to apply: 6/29/26

Please submit all application materials through the Carnegie Museum's Opportunities Page.
(Posted 6/29)

Mechanic, Science of Speed, Kamin Science Center, Pittsburgh

The Mechanic, Science of Speed supports the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the electric go-kart fleet, track systems, and related mechanical and technical components within the Science of Speed exhibition. This role ensures that all karts and technical systems are maintained, inspected, and repaired promptly so that visitors can have a smooth, high quality racing experience.

Wage: $18/hr

Deadline to apply:6/27/26

Please submit all application materials through the Carnegie Museum's Opportunities Page. 
(Posted 5/29)

Guest Experience Manager, The Franklin Institute, Philadelphia

The Franklin Institute, the most visited museum in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, strives to be the world leader in promoting science and technology education and literacy through inspiring and engaging experiences that cultivate curiosity, critical thinking, and an understanding of the crucial role science plays in our lives.

At The Franklin Institute, we provide an environment that is as nurturing as it is dynamic. Our team-oriented approach allows for ample learning and career growth opportunities. We think you will find the Institute offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents. We are eager for your input, ideas, and inspiration.

Position Description:
The Guest Experience Manager will supervise and execute all aspects of the museum floor operations with a primary focus on the ticketing and guest services functions. This customer-focused position must ensure that all of the areas perform successfully, meeting the operational, professional, and customer standards of the museum to deliver a world-class visitor experience. The Guest Experience Manager will also:
• Supervise all departmental staff members and assist with any job function when needed
• Successfully oversee the daily operating plan, including management of first aid and lost and found
• Create a fun, positive, inclusive team environment for all staff members
• Monitor departmental standards with a focus on delivering a World Class Visitor Experience
• Manage and evaluate staff performance
• Be responsible for staffing; including recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and training
• Assist with customer service training and reward and recognition programs for all front line staff
• Assign and adjust staff members on the daily schedule to cover the museum based upon the days business pressures
• Establish a significant presence on the floor to ensure all areas are operating successfully and that the staff members are having fun
• Ensure the security of all revenue collected through the ticketing area by observing established theft deterrence measures
• Execute the daily box office cash out including verifying all vouchers and coupons
• Be responsible for safe reconciliation and ordering operating funds as needed

Position Requirements
• A Bachelor's degree is preferred or a minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience managing staff in a sales and customer service setting are required
• Proven success operating within a high-volume ticketed venue or visitor facing organization
• Experience coaching, motivating, and monitoring staff members in a fun, energetic environment
• Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, make decisions and work in a busy environment
• Outgoing, positive, and team-oriented personality
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent Oral communication skills
Status: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (work schedule subject to change based upon business needs and attendance; must be available to work evenings, weekends and holidays)

Research shows that women and people from underrepresented groups often apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications.  We recognize that it is highly unlikely that someone meets 100% of the qualifications for a role.  If much of this job description describes you, then please apply for this role.

The Franklin Institute is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Salary range: $60-65K

To apply, please visit our Career Center at https://fi.edu/en/join-our-team.
(Posted 5/28) 

PT Museum Store Administrative and Sales Associate, Landis Valley Village and Farm Museum, Lancaster

Position: Museum Store Administrative and Sales Associate

Status: Permanent Part-Time (Up to 16 hours/week)

Wage: $17.88/hr

Flexibility: Schedule varies per two-week pay period. Includes some weekdays, occasional evenings, special events, and weekend availability in rotation with other staff.

Location: Landis Valley Village & Farm Museum 2451 Kissel Hill Rd, Lancaster, PA 17601

Do you love customer service, retail, and history? Landis Valley Associates (LVA) is seeking a friendly, detail-oriented Museum Store Administrative and Sales Associate. In this role, you’ll split your time between welcoming visitors on the sales floor and providing crucial behind-the-scenes administrative support to our manager. Help us share the vibrant history of rural Pennsylvania German life with our community!

What You'll Do:

Shop Operations & Sales: Provide excellent customer service, answer visitor questions, handle cash, and process transactions using our Square POS system.  Administrative Support: Assist the LVA Manager with essential office tasks for different departments.  Merchandising & Inventory: Help enter new items into the computer system, assist with fiscal inventory. Store Upkeep: Work with the team to maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment for our guests.

What We Are Looking For:

Customer-First Attitude: Enthusiastic, courteous, and excited to engage with a diverse public.  Tech Savvy: Computer literate with basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel). Willingness to master our Square POS system.  Reliable & Detail-Oriented: Comfortable handling money and assisting with administrative organization.  Physical Capabilities: Able to stand, walk, reach, occasionally bend/stoop, and lift up to 25 lbs.

Ready to bring your retail and office skills to a historic setting?

 Email your resume or an outline of your experience to: Terry Kreider, Landis Valley Associates Manager Terry.Kreider@landisvalleyassociates.org,  Subject Line: Museum Store Administrative Associate Position

LVA is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace.
(Posted 5/27)

PT Associate Interpretive Guides, Landis Valley Village and Farm Museum, Lancaster

Status: Part-Time: ~25 hours/week, Year round

Wage: $17.88/hr

The schedule varies per two-week pay period and includes a weekend rotation, occasional evenings, and special events.

Location: Landis Valley Village & Farm Museum: 2451 Kissel Hill Rd, Lancaster, PA 17601

Employed By: Landis Valley Associates (501c3 non-profit)

Are you a person with a passion for history? Landis Valley Village & Farm Museum is looking for an enthusiastic Associate Interpretive Guides to bring Pennsylvania German history to life! In this role, you will connect history with the modern world, giving tours of historic buildings and sharing stories with visitors from all over.

What You'll Do:

Bring History to Life: Lead engaging guided tours of historic buildings and share the rich heritage of PA German life. Welcome visitors, assist at the Visitor Center front desk, and use the POS system for ticket sales.  Help care for historic structures and artifacts through regular light cleaning and upkeep.

What We Are Looking For:

Great Communicators and Active Story Tellers: Friendly, professional, and excited to engage with diverse public groups.  Able to research history topics and manage daily tasks on your own, while remaining a great team player during big events.  Ability to walk up to 1 mile a day, stand on uneven surfaces, and occasionally lift up to 20 lbs.  Comfortable using phones, computers, and learning a retail POS system.

Ready to share Lancaster's Pennsylvania German history? Apply today to join a dedicated team preserving the past for the future!

LVA is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace.

Please email your resume and letter of interest to Zachary Long, Museum Educator: Zalong@pa.gov
(Posted 5/27)

Office Operations Supervisor, The Bloomsburg Children's Museum, Bloomsburg

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Office Operations Supervisor to oversee daily office functions and ensure smooth operational workflows. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, extensive office management experience, and the ability to coordinate multiple administrative tasks efficiently. This role is vital in maintaining a professional environment, managing staff, and supporting overall organizational goals.

The Bloomsburg Children’s Museum is a team-oriented atmosphere that promotes curiosity and discovery for learners of all ages and abilities.

Salary range: $32-37K

Please send your resume and availability to Shelby K. at chmuseuminfo@gmail.com. Please click here to learn more or apply online. 

No phone calls or drop-ins, please.
(Posted 5/18)

Museum Preparator, Palmer Museum of Art, Penn State University, University Park

POSITION SPECIFICS​

The Palmer Museum of Art is seeking a Museum Preparator to assist with exhibition installation, art handling and transport, collections care, and shop maintenance.

The Palmer Museum of Art at Penn State is the largest art museum collection between Pittsburgh and Philadelphia, and the most significant academic art museum in the state of Pennsylvania.

As a collaborative member of the preparation team, the Museum Preparator will strive to accomplish the museum's mission and to support its strategic direction as set by the Director and the senior leadership of the college and university.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Ensure the safe and proper installation of all artworks.

• Participate in exhibition changeover duties, including preparing and painting gallery walls and exhibition furniture, installation of exhibition design elements, and assisting with lighting themes.

• Assist in the construction of exhibition furniture and accessories, mounts, and any other exhibition-related needs.

• Assist with installing special exhibition loans and permanent collection objects.

• Assist with art moves including transport of objects in collections care facilities.

• Keep proper documentation of art and collection moves and specific projects.

• Pack and retrofit crates as needed.

• Assist with the packaging and storing of collection items.

• Participate in gallery maintenance and preventative conservation (e.g., care of outdoor sculpture).

Other responsibilities include maintaining the gallery and back-of-house areas (e.g., the wood shop, storage facilities, and loading dock) and assisting with updating departmental inventories.

To complete the responsibilities of this position, the Museum Preparator will move and assist in moving heavy objects, as well as work near the top of the museum’s double-height ceilings – all with proper safety precautions.

This position will also occasionally drive the museum’s vehicles for art transports.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of best practices in the field of museum preparation

• Ability to think strategically and apply creative methods to solve installation problems

• Excellent communication, attention to detail, and organizational skills

• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team

Experience in fine art handling and installation, as well as working in a museum or gallery setting is a requirement. Candidates must also be able to lift 50 pounds with or without accommodation.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree 1+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted RequiredCertifications: None

Additional Information:

This is a full-time staff position, reporting directly to the Chief Preparator.

The Palmer Museum of Art, located in The Arboretum at Penn State, is situated administratively in the College of Arts and Architecture.

About the Palmer Museum of Art 

A key element of Penn State’s land-grant mission of teaching, research and public service, the Museum is a vital and accessible cultural resource for Penn State’s students, faculty, and scholars, as well as for all visitors to and from the entire central Pennsylvania region.

Through its world-class objects, programs and outreach, the free Museum is a welcoming, inclusive, and vibrant forum for authentic arts experiences and cultivates meaningful dialogue about today’s most potent ideas and pressing concerns. 
 
An expansive 21st-century teaching museum, the Palmer Museum of Art is a beacon for advancing the arts and humanities on Penn State’s University Park campus and throughout its communities.

The Palmer is dedicated to catalyzing groundbreaking research, scholarship, and publications and providing impactful, object-based learning for Penn State and K-12 students. The Palmer’s rewarding and thought-provoking exhibitions and programs promote visitor participation, belonging, and discovery.

The Palmer was voted one of ten winners in the national USA Today 10Best contest for Best New Museums of 2025.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.

Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

To view a complete job description and apply, please click here.

SALARY & BENEFITS

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $42,100.00 - $61,000.00.
(Posted 5/18)

Museum Docent, National Constitution Center, Philadelphia

Department: Content & Interpretation 

About Us  

From our home in Historic Philadelphia, the cradle of American democracy, the National Liberty Museum (NLM) offers a contemporary perspective on the boldest, most innovative concept in American history: that liberty is – and must be – a shared pursuit if it is ever truly to be “for all.” The NLM envisions a society that values freedom of thought, civil discourse, respect for all people, and the essential pursuit of liberty. 

Position Summary  

The National Liberty Museum is seeking enthusiastic individuals who will be responsible for providing guided tours and serving as a street team member to engage with Old City locals and tourists to drive attendance. 

Hours  

This is a contract position with the opportunity for up to 15 hours per week. Weekend and evening availability is required. 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities 

Lead 60- 90-minute field trips, museum highlights, and tavern tours. 

Serve as street team member, engaging with Old City locals and tourists encouraging visitation to the museum. 

Optional: Serve as event staff for some evening and weekend Museum events and after-hours programming for small and large-scale meetings, parties, and awards programs. 

Skills, Experience, and Education  

Prior museum docent, museum education, classroom, or tourism experience. 

Effective, engaging, and charismatic communication skills; able to write and speak clearly and informatively and present information to Museum visitors of all ages and backgrounds 

Must be able to navigate office 365 for scheduling and tour sign up 

Superior customer service skills, flexibility and a positive attitude 

Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include weekends, some holidays, and special events; can provide the necessary coverage when scheduling issues arise 

Physical Demands: 

The work environment and physical demands and characteristics are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions:  

Ability to stand and walk for 60 – 90 minutes at a time . 

Work is performed both in and outdoors, in museum offices, on museum floor, or in Old City neighborhood. 

Pay 

$30 per tour or assigned responsibility (not to exceed 2 hours). 

Work Environment/ Office Culture 

NLM is a small team, where employees must be adaptable. You will be expected to interact and work with many different departments and foster relationships with outside groups for events.   

To Apply 

The National Liberty Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer seeking a diverse workforce. Interested applicants are asked to please forward your 1) resume, 2) cover letter, and 3) professional references in ONE (1) document for immediate consideration to jobs@libertymuseum.org. 
(Posted 5/18)

Director, The State Museum of Pennsylvania, Harrisburg

The State Museum of Pennsylvania (SMOP) seeks a strategic, collaborative leader to serve as its Director.
As a bureau of the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission (PHMC), the Museum brings Pennsylvania’s
natural and cultural history to life through collections of more than 12 million artifacts spanning cultural history,
art, archaeology, geology, paleontology, and natural history.

Over the next several years, the Museum will undergo a $58 million transformation — the largest investment in
the complex since 1964. This is a rare opportunity for a mission-driven museum leader to guide a statewide
institution through a once-in-a-generation renewal. The Director will shape a reimagined visitor experience,
deepen community engagement, collaborate with staff and steward collections through the transition,
championing the importance of Pennsylvania’s history now and for the future. PHMC seeks a collaborative,
experienced museum leader with a passion for public history who will serve as a visible, compelling spokesperson,
sustain engagement during closure, build momentum for reopening, and thrive in the Museum’s public-sector
environment.

The Museum has an annual operating budget of approximately $4 million, as well as a planned capital budget of
approximately $80 million over 10 years to support continued exhibition development. Salary begins at $115,000
and includes a competitive Commonwealth benefits package. The start date is projected for late summer 2026.

The search is being led by Syrah Gunning of the DeVos Institute of Arts and Nonprofit Management.

Salary begins at $115,000 and includes a competitive Commonwealth benefits package.

Deadline: 6/17

Please click here to view a more detailed job description and instructions for consideration.
(Posted 4/28)