Museum Attendant - Texas Science & Natural History Museum

About this role

Job Posting Title: Museum Attendant - Texas Science & Natural History Museum ---- Hiring Department: Texas Memorial Museum ---- Position Open To: All Applicants ---- Weekly Scheduled Hours: 15 ---- FLSA Status: Non-Exempt from FLSA ---- Earliest Start Date: Aug 15, 2026 ---- Position Duration: Expected to Continue Until Dec 31, 2026 ---- Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS ---- Job Details: Purpose  

Provide a positive visitor experience while   monitoring   and   assisting   with security   at   Texas   Science & Natural History Museum .   Interact with visitors of all ages   and conduct   oversight of building facilities during museum   operating hours   and for   special events .   

Responsibilities  

• Assist   in the safety and security of   Texas   Science & Natural History Museum by monitoring and protecting visitors, exhibitions,   building , and grounds.   Provide   clear guidance, direction, and information to ensure that all visitors have a positive and welcoming experience. Provide knowledge of museum amenities, exhibitions, and events to visitors.  

• Document and report   observed   physical interactions with exhibits and collections by visitors, and address any inappropriate behavior in a confident, calm, and friendly manner. Report any missing, damaged objects, or unusual conditions to supervisors. Report any irregularities   pertaining to   building operations, safety, or fire hazards.  

• Follow museum policies and security procedures to   assist   in the opening and closing of the museum, daily operations, and during special events .    Assist   with set- up of   furniture and other equipment as needed for events .    Actively   participate   in training programs to improve knowledge of the museum, security best practices, and customer service skills. 

• Operate freight elevator and manual warehouse equipment and work as a team member to set up furniture and equipment for events; complete other manual duties as assigned.

• Serve as   initial   responder   in the event of   an emergency, know evacuation procedures and routes, contacting a supervisor when   appropriate . Act in a calm and decisive manner in   assisting   in the evacuation of the public and staff from the building during fire alarms or other emergencies.  

• Other duties as assigned    

Pay:   $20 per hour  

Required Qualifications  

• High School diploma or GED  

• Must enjoy working with the public   and have ability to deal with a wide variety of people in varying   circumstances  

• Excellent verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills  

• Promotes collaborative climate that   welcomes all   individuals   to the museum  

• Ability to calmly organize and effectively direct in emergency situations  

• Ability to work effectively within a team   and individually  

• Demonstrated professional demeanor and personal initiative  

• A vailability   to work weekends and evenings  

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as   appropriate .  

Preferred Qualifications  

• At least one year of   previous   experience in a museum or other cultural organization  

• Educational background or interest in   science and natural history  

• Familiarity with   Texas Science & Natural History Museum   (formerly known as Texas Memorial Museum)  

• Current certification in AED, CPR, and First Aid  

Working Conditions  

• Use of manual dexterity  

• Climbing of stairs   and ladders  

• Must be able to stand and walk for several hours at a   time  

• Must be able to lift 50   lbs   and push 75 lbs.  

Work Shift  

• Approximately 15 hours per week.

• Shifts vary   weekly   Tuesday through   Sunday; some   evenings.   

• Must be able to   work   weekends and university holidays .    

• Availability Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10am-5pm.  

Required Materials  

• Resume/CV  

• 3 work references with their contact information including email addresses; at least one reference should be from a supervisor.  

• Fall course/availability schedule  

Important   for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:  You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded.  Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers:  As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

---- Employment Eligibility: Please make sure you meet all the required qualifications and you can perform all of the essential functions with or without a reasonable accommodation. ---- Retirement Plan Eligibility: Students in this position may choose to enroll in the UTSaver voluntary retirement programs. ---- Background Checks: A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position. ---- Equal Opportunity Employer: The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer , complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrim

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