What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Museum Assistant I _On-Campus FWS position at GW Student Employment Center for Career Services?
Position Details
Position Information
Fill out your application carefully and completely, including attaching the correct documents as requested. You will NOT be able to withdraw and reapply if you make a mistake.
Positions may close unexpectedly if they reach a high number of applicants. It is in your best interest to apply promptly to any positions that interest you.
If this position title includes the label On-Campus FWS or Off-Campus FWS, it is for students with a Federal Work Study (FWS) award for the current school year ONLY. Applicants to these positions will be required to verify this by attaching their FWS Program Student Statement as a required document. Do not apply unless you meet this criterion.
Position Title
Student Museum Assistant I _On-Campus FWS
Level of Support
Student Support I
Position Type
On-Campus FWS
Number of Openings
3
Work Hours
During Standard Business Hours (M-F 8am-5pm), Weekends (Saturday-Sunday)
Wage Per Hour
18.40
Division/School
Deputy Provost
Department Name
102102 LUTHER W BRADY ART GALLERY -N
Department Bio
The Luther W. Brady Art Gallery is located in the Corcoran Flagg Building and shows exhibitions related to the GW Collection.
Position Specific Summary
Student will greet visitors to gallery, answer questions, direct each visit to the Gallery and be the public face of the Gallery. They will ensure safe viewing of the artwork and make sure the Gallery is stocked with brochures, books, etc. Some help with small installation projects, tours and events, or social media and blog posts may be required as needed. The person in this position MUST be able to work Wednesday or Thursday afternoons.
Standard Position Description
The student will assist with administrative and logistical operations in a Museum or Gallery. asks may include: preparation of exhibit installations, assisting with preliminary research for exhibitions, assist in editing and formatting documents, general maintenance of exhibit space, welcoming guest and explaining exhibits, and office administrative functions. Special projects or other duties may be assigned related to specific departmental needs.
Professional Outcomes
Communication, Teamwork, Professionalism
Required Qualifications
This is an entry level position, little to no experience required, all training will be provided.
Preferred Qualifications
We are searching for someone who is outgoing and able to speak with many different groups of people. They must be able to work Wednesday and/or Thursday afternoons (1-5 pm). Interest in art and museums a plus.
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
08/13/2026
Job Close Date
08/26/2026
Campus Location
Foggy Bottom
Work Type Designation
In-Person
Hiring Manager Name
Olivia Kohler-Maga
Special Instructions Summary
EEO Statement
The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) employer committed to maintaining a nondiscriminatory, harassment-free, diverse work and education environment. The university does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law in any of its programs, activities, or employment practices.
For more information on this policy and its purpose, please read the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement.
Background Check
The student employee will:
In this position, the student will not perform any functions and/or have access to any financially, safety, or security sensitive items listed above. - Background check not required.
Position Information
Fill out your application carefully and completely, including attaching the correct documents as requested. You will NOT be able to withdraw and reapply if you make a mistake.
Positions may close unexpectedly if they reach a high number of applicants. It is in your best interest to apply promptly to any positions that interest you.
If this position title includes the label On-Campus FWS or Off-Campus FWS, it is for students with a Federal Work Study (FWS) award for the current school year ONLY. Applicants to these positions will be required to verify this by attaching their FWS Program Student Statement as a required document. Do not apply unless you meet this criterion.
Position Title
Student Museum Assistant I _On-Campus FWS
Level of Support
Student Support I
Position Type
On-Campus FWS
Number of Openings
3
Work Hours
During Standard Business Hours (M-F 8am-5pm), Weekends (Saturday-Sunday)
Wage Per Hour
18.40
Division/School
Deputy Provost
Department Name
102102 LUTHER W BRADY ART GALLERY -N
Department Bio
The Luther W. Brady Art Gallery is located in the Corcoran Flagg Building and shows exhibitions related to the GW Collection.
Position Specific Summary
Student will greet visitors to gallery, answer questions, direct each visit to the Gallery and be the public face of the Gallery. They will ensure safe viewing of the artwork and make sure the Gallery is stocked with brochures, books, etc. Some help with small installation projects, tours and events, or social media and blog posts may be required as needed. The person in this position MUST be able to work Wednesday or Thursday afternoons.
Standard Position Description
The student will assist with administrative and logistical operations in a Museum or Gallery. asks may include: preparation of exhibit installations, assisting with preliminary research for exhibitions, assist in editing and formatting documents, general maintenance of exhibit space, welcoming guest and explaining exhibits, and office administrative functions. Special projects or other duties may be assigned related to specific departmental needs.
Professional Outcomes
Communication, Teamwork, Professionalism
Required Qualifications
This is an entry level position, little to no experience required, all training will be provided.
Preferred Qualifications
We are searching for someone who is outgoing and able to speak with many different groups of people. They must be able to work Wednesday and/or Thursday afternoons (1-5 pm). Interest in art and museums a plus.
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
08/13/2026
Job Close Date
08/26/2026
Campus Location
Foggy Bottom
Work Type Designation
In-Person
Hiring Manager Name
Olivia Kohler-Maga
Special Instructions Summary
EEO Statement
The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) employer committed to maintaining a nondiscriminatory, harassment-free, diverse work and education environment. The university does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law in any of its programs, activities, or employment practices.
For more information on this policy and its purpose, please read the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement.
Background Check
The student employee will:
In this position, the student will not perform any functions and/or have access to any financially, safety, or security sensitive items listed above. - Background check not required.
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