CURATOR, WORLAND, WYOMING, Jan. 15, 2026

The Washakie Museum & Cultural Center in Worland, WY is hiring a full-time Museum Curator to manage the Museum’s collection and plan and implement exhibits. Coursework or degree in museum studies, history, anthropology, archaeology or a related field, with previous training or curatorial experience is required. Must be familiar with collection management and related database software. The Curator plays a major role in keeping the Museum relevant to the community and enticing to visitors. This is a full-time, in-person position, reporting to the Executive Director. Small town, big opportunity. Beautiful building, collaborative team, good benefits, fun place to work.  Full job description available at ------------. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• EXHIBIT MANAGEMENT
  • Develop, implement and monitor an annual plan for exhibits at the museum, working more than 12 months out as possible. This includes exhibits for the Temporary Gallery as well as mini-exhibits for the foyers.
  • Design, research, prepare, and present at least one in-house exhibit each year, featuring items from the collection.
  • Research, book, install and manage traveling exhibits.
  • Regularly review permanent exhibits to identify necessary repairs, maintenance, or updates. 
  • Work with Executive Director and Assistant Curator to promote exhibit attendance.
• EXHIBIT-RELATED PROGRAMMING
  • Work with the Museum Educator to develop educational programming to complement exhibits.
  • Work with the Event Manager to plan exhibit openings and other activities related to exhibits.
• COLLECTION MANAGEMENT
  • Maintain the Museum’s collection, ensuring the proper preservation, documentation, and interpretation of artifacts, making sure they are protected, suitably maintained, and accessible to the public.
  • Work with the collections committee and follow the collections policy.
  • Identify gaps in current collection; implement outreach activities to build collection.
• RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
  • Plan and manage curatorial budget, optimizing financial and material resources to support museum activities and ensure long-term sustainability.
• COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT, INDUSTRY AWARENESS
  • Stay abreast of emerging trends in the museum industry and research best practices to keep the museum relevant and innovative.
  • Be engaged in the local community to learn as much as possible about local history, and to get ideas for exhibits, oral histories, and opportunities to build the collection.
• TEAM COLLABORATION
  • Interact professionally with colleagues, volunteers, and sponsors.
  • Help with special events, rentals, and front desk as needed.
    
    QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• Two years museum experience, including experience overseeing collections and registration activity, as well as exhibit planning and development.
• Knowledge of professional museum standards and terminology, principles, techniques, and programs.
• Knowledge and experience with PastPerfect collection management software.
• Demonstrated project management experience.
• Must be self-directed, organized, and goal oriented.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher, and PowerPoint. 
• Able to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
• Experience with artifact handling and photography.
• Comfortable/experienced using hand tools and basic power tools (for exhibit installation).
• Experience designing promotional materials.
• Experience in using social media to promote events and engage audiences.
• Knowledge of ethical standards and legal matters relating to the management of museum collections.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, to communicate effectively with colleagues, donors, visitors, and others.

Preferred:

• BA/BS degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in museum studies, history, anthropology, archaeology, or education.

Starting Compensation:  $36,000 - $40,000/year

Benefits: The Washakie Museum currently offers paid vacation, paid sick time, employer paid health insurance, and a 3% simple IRA match after 2 years of employment.

TO APPLY: Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to: ------------.

The Washakie Museum & Cultural Center is an equal opportunity employer.