Museum Content & Collections Assistant — Part-Time

Denton County, Texas; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The Denton County Office of History & Culture is seeking a Museum Assistant to support daily museum operations, assist with collections care and research, and develop educational content. The role includes writing blog posts, supporting events, and collaborating on outreach projects.

Flexible scheduling is required, including alternating Saturdays; up to 30 hours per week in a paid, temporary position. Spanish is a plus but not required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in History, Art History, Anthropology, Museum Studies, or related field preferred.
• Spanish language proficiency is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Answer incoming calls to Museum Main Line, check voicemails daily, and direct messages to appropriate staff.
• Open and close museums as needed.
• Catalog Objects in the permanent collection per OHC’s cataloging standards.
• Conduct thorough historical research on objects using a variety of resources.
• Conduct routine condition reports of collections objects.
• Create or update digital profiles in the museum’s Collections Management Database Past Perfect, digitize analog records, and capture high-quality digital images of objects.
• Help maintain the cleanliness and care of permanent collections objects on exhibit.
• Support the work of all staff; duties may include assisting with tour and outreach programs, data entry, blog writing, social media marketing, exhibits, and research.
• Direct volunteer and visitor questions and concerns to the appropriate staff member.
• Report facility issues to appropriate staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Job responsibilities are subject to change at any time due to departmental priorities.

Skills

Research skills

Communication skills

Spanish (optional)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in History or related field

Job description

The Denton County Office of History & Culture is seeking a Museum Assistant to support daily museum operations, assist with collections care and research, and develop educational content. The role includes writing blog posts, supporting events, and collaborating on outreach projects.

Flexible scheduling is required, including alternating Saturdays; up to 30 hours per week in a paid, temporary position. Spanish is a plus but not required.