Job Description

Museum Assistant

Pay: $13.00 Hourly

Campus: Main - Albuquerque, NM

Department: Art Museum (272A)

Employment Type: Student Employment

Student Type: Work-Study

Status: Non-Exempt

For Best Consideration Date: 7/21/2026

Position Summary: The University of New Mexico Art Museum (UNMAM) is dedicated to advanced learning and creating connections, both in and outside of the University community. As a teaching museum, we are committed to offering students professional development and mentorship opportunities as well as access to the largest collection of artworks in New Mexico. Through the Museum Assistant Program, UNMAM aims to be a leader in establishing dynamic education and workforce training for the next generation of museum leaders and creative professionals. A member of the UNMAM Museum Assistant Program, Museum Assistants work alongside professional museum staff to deliver a positive and informed visitor experience while furthering their knowledge of UNMAM's collections and exhibitions, developing their customer service skills and supporting the daily operations of an art museum. Students in this program will also participate in professional development and networking opportunities across New Mexico's museum sector. A work-study award is required for this position. The ideal candidate should have weekend and evening availability. This position is for the Fall and Spring semesters, with the possibility of renewal for future semesters. The UNM Art Museum is closed during the summer term, so employment during that period is not guaranteed.

Duties & Responsibilities

This position will support the UNMAM's Museum Assistant Program by providing excellent customer service, assisting visitors, and supporting the museum's daily operations. Students will also develop transferable skills and explore other areas of museum work under UNMAM staff mentorship. Visitor services duties include but are not limited to: assisting with opening and closing of the museum; greeting and assisting museum visitors; providing information and answering questions; processing sales; record-keeping and data-entry; performing walk-throughs and providing security presence in the galleries; assisting with behind-the-scenes operations; assisting with opening receptions and events; and providing support to UNMAM staff as need. The ideal candidate would work approximately 12 - 18 hours per week during the UNMAM's public hours and commit to a two semester (Fall and Spring) term in this role, with the possibility of renewal for future semesters. The ideal candidate must be available during the museum's public hours: Tuesday Thursday, 10AM 5PM, and Friday Saturday, 10AM 6PM, along with occasional later evenings.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications - Current work-study award

Enrolled in a degree seeking program at UNM

Enrolled at least half-time (6 hours) at UNM for Fall and Spring semesters (Audit hours do not count), and if Work Study, you must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress

Availability to attend Fall 2026 Museum Assistant Orientation prior to the start of the Fall semester

Availability to work during the UNM Art Museum's public hours, including Fridays, Saturdays, and occasional evenings

Ability to work independently and take initiative, while also working effectively in a team environment

Excellent verbal communication skills

Strong interpersonal and customer service skills

Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills

Commitment to staying up to date on museum exhibitions, events, and offerings

Interest in a career in museums or other visitor serving institutions and creative industries

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. Please include a cover letter describing your interest in the Museum Assistant Program, current resume, verification of your work-study award, and your availability during the Fall 2026 semester with your application.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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