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Exhibit Maintenance Assistant

American Museum of Natural History
York, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 4/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/18/2026
Exhibit Maintenance Assistant |
Posting Details
Position Information

Position Title Exhibit Maintenance Assistant
Department Exhibition - 060
Position Summary
The American Museum of Natural History is one of the world's preeminent scientific and cultural institutions, and has as its mission to discover, interpret, and disseminate information about human cultures, the natural world, and the universe through a wide-ranging program of scientific research, education, and exhibition.

The Exhibition department is seeking a full-time Exhibit Maintenance Assistant to support Exhibition, Science Conservation and Anthropology collections staff in care efforts related to deinstallation of collections displayed in cultural halls and preparation for long-term storage. This work will be guided by special procedures for culturally sensitive collections.

Job duties include, but are not limited to:
  • Remove a wide range of objects from display, assisting conservation staff with separation of objects from previous mounting, including metal mounts and fully dressed mannequins. Disassemble exhibition displays including the breakdown of mannequins and the removal of ground materials and other display items as needed to facilitate deinstallation.
  • Assist the team with rehousing, preparing physical supports in preparation for freezing and long-term storage.
  • Assist the deinstallation team with integrated pest management including bagging and freezing objects.
  • Assist with the transportation of collections to various project locales.

The expected salary range for the Exhibit Maintenance Assistant is $50,000/annual - $55,000/annual. This position is overtime-eligible and the AMNH offers an extensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of our dedicated and diverse community.

Pay will be determined based on several factors. The hiring range for the position at commencement is based on the type of work and the scope of responsibilities. The salary and placement offered is based on a number of individualized factors, including, but not limited to, skills, knowledge, training, education, credentials, areas of specialization and depth and scope of experience.
Minimum Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • One year experience handling museum collections.
  • Experience building supports and housing for collections storage.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in sculpture, conservation, anthropologyor another related field.
  • Experience handling anthropology collections.
Physical Demands
  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) for prolonged periods.
  • Must be able to occasionally lift up to 20 pounds.
  • Must be able to move about the Museum campus.
  • Positioning/change of positioning: Must be able to frequently position oneself/body to accomplish job duties.
    • Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling.
    • Climbing: Ascending or descending physical structures.
    • Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and up to 20 pounds of force frequently. May include any of the following:
      • Pushing: Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force to thrust forward, downward or outward.
      • Pulling: Using upper extremities to exert force in order to drag, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion.
      • Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position.
Category Full-Time/Term
Total Number of Scheduled Hours Per Pay Period 70
Union Status Non-Union
FLSA Non-Exempt
Expected Salary Minimum $50,000/annual
Expected Salary Maximum $55,000/annual
EEO Statement
The American Museum of Natural History is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Museum does not discriminate with respect to employment, or admission or access to Museum facilities, programs or activities on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, marital status, partnership status, gender (including sexual harassment), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy and lactation accommodations, alienage or citizenship status, current or former participation in the uniformed services, status as a veteran, caregiver, pre-employment marijuana testing, sexual and reproductive health decisions, salary history, national or ethnic origin, height, weight, or on account of any other basis prohibited by applicable City, State, or Federal law. Additional protections are afforded in employment based on arrest or conviction record, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking and sex offenses, unemployment status, and credit history, in each case to the extent provided by law.
Quick Link https://careers.amnh.org/postings/4746
Posting Detail Information

Posting Number GS985P
Open Date 03/12/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Do you have a High School Diploma or equivalent?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * Do you have one year of experience handling museum collections?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * Do you have experience building supports and housing for collections storage?
    • Yes
    • No
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents

The American Museum of Natural History is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

 

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