Geology Museum Technician (Seasonal, May–Nov)

U.S. National Park Service; Oregon; On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. National Park Service is seeking a Museum Technician for our field operations in Oregon.

This position supports museum collections management, registration, cataloging, and preservation activities across parks, with emphasis on accurate record-keeping and artifact handling. Eligibility includes one year of specialized experience at GS-04 or higher or a combination of education and experience as described in the vacancy.

Qualifications

• Specialized experience related to operation or management of a museum or similar collection of valuable objects.
• Experience with cataloging, research, preservation, restoration, or conservation of collections.
• Ability to interpret and maintain curatorial records and demonstrate attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Unpack, process and repack museum objects under supervision.
• Identify, label and prepare objects for storage or display.
• Assist with preparation, maintenance and organization of curatorial records.
• Independently catalog objects into museum databases and assist with exhibits installation and maintenance.

Education

Bachelor's degree in art, history, museum studies, biology, geology, or related field

Job description

The U.S. National Park Service is seeking a Museum Technician for our field operations in Oregon.

This position supports museum collections management, registration, cataloging, and preservation activities across parks, with emphasis on accurate record-keeping and artifact handling. Eligibility includes one year of specialized experience at GS-04 or higher or a combination of education and experience as described in the vacancy.