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Museum Assistant
University of Kentucky —Lexington, KY
- $12 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- Pass drug screening
- Flexible schedule
FWS Summer 2026, Art Museum - Museum Assistant
University of Kentucky —Lexington, KY
- $12 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- University
- Flexible schedule
STEPS Museum Project Assistant
University of Kentucky —Lexington, KY
- $12 - $15 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- High school diploma or GED

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Museum Assistant

University of Kentucky -
Lexington, KY

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Job Details

Part-time
$12 an hour

Benefits

Flexible schedule

Qualifications

Customer communication

Full Job Description

Posting Details

Job Title

Museum Assistant

Requisition Number

DU13416

Department Name

8X500:Art Museum

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Salary Range

$12.00/hour

Type of Position

Student

Position Time Status

Part-Time

Required Education

Enrolled as a UK Student

Required Related Experience

Required License/Registration/Certification

Physical Requirements

Lift up to 20 pounds

Shift

Wednesday – Friday 10-5, Saturday 12-5. Flexible hours; work between classes. 10-15 hours a week.

Job Summary

The UK Art Museum seeks outgoing and curious students to be part of our team. We produce numerous historical and contemporary art exhibitions throughout the year and are a destination for art lovers of all ages. Our mission is to contribute to the academic goals of UK, as well as provide unique experiences for the citizens of Lexington, Kentucky, and beyond. We are a small staff of dedicated professionals who want to mentor and empower creative individuals. Student staff members are the first point of contact for visitors, and are responsible for ensuring a safe, informative, and impactful Art Museum experience. Student staff members receive training and professional experience in many aspects of museum practices, including Visitor and Member Services, Education, Exhibitions, and more. They will have opportunities to meet visiting artists and lecturers, assist with events, and forge connections with University and community leaders. This position has the potential to boost students toward future jobs, residencies, grants, and other opportunities. Knowledge of or experience with art, art history, arts administration, or similar field of study is preferred, but only a desire to engage and learn within these subjects is required.

Job Responsibilities: Welcome visitors and introduce them to the Museum Track attendance and verify reservations Promote Museum events and membership opportunities Act as museum educators and engage visitors in critical discussions Contribute to Student Membership programming Serve as Museum ambassadors to the UK campus population Answer phone calls and visitor queries (or refer to appropriate staff) Provide protective oversight of art on view Assist with exhibition installation and de-installation Conduct gift shop transactions

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Must be professional, attentive, and friendly with visitors of all ages all backgrounds, and possess excellent communications skills Incisive visual literacy and interpretation ability Capable of doing curatorial research Keen attention to detail for cataloguing and archiving Hands-on skills for Installation/de-installation of art Able to engage members of the campus and community. Must be a prompt and reliable team member

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply

09/30/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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