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Archivist
Legacy of the Plains Museum
Gering, Nebraska
Two-Year, Full-Time Position
Salary: $35,000-$40,000 yearly

Overview

The Legacy of the Plains Museum boasts an impressive library of manuscripts, books, periodicals, collections, art and other artifacts. The topics include early history of settlement in the North Platte River Valley, agricultural practices, farm implements, and local history. The position will provide career relevant, hands-on experience with archival and manuscript materials, and the archivist will assist with other departments on occasion including events, administration, collections, and others.

Duration: FY2026 and FY2027 (Grant funded), with the possibility of additional years

Responsibilities:

  • Organize, accession, and store donations and accepted archival records
  • Update records with description, pictures, location, and other pertinent information of existing collection
  • Assist the Archives Committee and its subcommittees and attend their meetings
  • Complete research requests
  • Provide researched social media posts and columns for local media outlets
  • Manage interns and volunteers to accomplish objectives described in the archives plan
  • Provide written and oral reports and meet deadlines
  • Assist with exhibit design
  • Assist with front end, events and other museum functions
  • Other duties assigned by the Executive Director

Skills and Specifications:

  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Independent time management skills
  • Ability to exercise great initiative and independent judgment
  • Needs to be accessible, available, responsive, and flexible
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
  • Excellent problem-solving skills
  • Moderate computer skills needed, including PastPerfect, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Excellent organizational, multi-tasking, accuracy, and leadership skills required
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills required

Requirements:

  • Some college or an associate’s degree preferred
  • Knowledge of archives and records management preferred
  • Computer skills and knowledge of office software packages and PastPerfect

Compensation: $35,000 – $40,000 yearly salary

For more information, call the Legacy of the Plains Museum at 308-436-1989. Resume and cover letter can be sent to 2930 Old Oregon Trail, Gering, NE 69341 or [email protected].

Posted 11/11/2025

Archives Intern
Legacy of the Plains Museum
Gering, Nebraska
Two-Year, 30 hours per week
Salary: $15.00 per hour

Overview

The Legacy of the Plains Museum has become one of the premier museums in the region and boasts an
impressive collection covering the settlement and agricultural history of the North Platte River Valley and High Plains region.

The internship will provide relevant career, hands-on experience Archives Committee of the Museum.

Internship Duration: FYs 2026 and 2027

Duties could include:

  • Cataloging, scanning, and photographing of archival items
  • Assist with organization efforts of museum’s archives
  • Repacking items into proper storage containers
  • Assist with research inquiries
  • Assist processing of new donations
  • Assist with volunteer training
  • Working with volunteers on various tasks
  • Other duties as assigned

Skills and Specifications:

  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Independent time management skills
  • Ability to exercise great initiative and independent judgment
  • Ability to manage several projects and tasks simultaneously
  • Moderate computer skills
  • High attention to detail and accuracy
  • Solid problem-solving skills
  • Excellent organizational and multi-tasking abilities
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills required

Requirements:

  • Interest in museums and/or history
  • Must be able to work outside
  • Schedule is very flexible

Compensation: $15.00 an hour, 30 hours a week

Schedule: Schedule will be flexible. We are willing to work with school schedules.

For more information, call the Legacy of the Plains Museum at 308-436-1989. Resume and cover letter can be sent to David Wolf, 2930 Old Oregon Trail, Gering, NE 69341 or [email protected].

Posted 11/11/2025

Collections Intern
Legacy of the Plains Museum
Gering, Nebraska
Two-Year, 30 hours per week
Salary: $15.00 per hour

Overview

The Legacy of the Plains Museum has become one of the premier museums in the region and boasts an
impressive collection covering the settlement and agricultural history of the North Platte River Valley and High Plains region.

The internship will provide relevant career, hands-on experience Preservation Committee of the Museum.

Internship Duration: FYs 2026 and 2027

Duties could include:

  • Cataloging and photographing artifacts
  • Assist with organization efforts of museum’s collections
  • Repacking items into proper storage containers
  • Assist with research inquiries
  • Assist processing of new donations
  • Assist with volunteer training
  • Working with volunteers on various tasks
  • Other duties as assigned

Skills and Specifications:

  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Independent time management skills
  • Ability to exercise great initiative and independent judgment
  • Ability to manage several projects and tasks simultaneously
  • Moderate computer skills
  • High attention to detail and accuracy
  • Solid problem-solving skills
  • Excellent organizational and multi-tasking abilities
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills required

Requirements:

  • Interest in museums and/or history
  • Must be able to work outside
  • Schedule is very flexible

Compensation: $15.00 an hour, 30 hours a week

Schedule: Schedule will be flexible. We are willing to work with school schedules.

For more information, call the Legacy of the Plains Museum at 308-436-1989. Resume and cover letter can be sent to David Wolf, 2930 Old Oregon Trail, Gering, NE 69341 or [email protected].

Posted 11/11/2025

Japanese Hall Intern
Legacy of the Plains Museum
Gering, Nebraska
Two-Year, 30 hours per week
Salary: $15.00 per hour

Overview

The Legacy of the Plains Museum has become one of the premier museums in the region and boosts an
impressive collection of artifacts and library about the settlement and agricultural history of the North Platte River Valley and High Plains region.

The internship will provide relevant career, hands-on experience the Japanese Hall Committee of the Museum.

Internship Duration: FYs 2026 and 2027

Duties could include:

  • Cataloging, scanning, and photographing artifacts
  • Repacking items into proper storage containers
  • Assist with research inquiries
  • Assist processing of new donations
  • Assist with volunteer training
  • Working with volunteers on various tasks
  • Other duties as assigned

Skills and Specifications:

  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Independent time management skills
  • Ability to exercise great initiative and independent judgment
  • Ability to manage several projects and tasks simultaneously
  • Moderate computer skills
  • High attention to detail and accuracy
  • Solid problem-solving skills
  • Excellent organizational and multi-tasking abilities
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills required

Requirements:

  • Interest in museums and/or history
  • Must be able to work outside
  • Schedule is very flexible

Compensation: $15.00 an hour, 30 hours a week

Schedule: Schedule will be flexible. We are willing to work with school schedules.

For more information, call the Legacy of the Plains Museum at 308-436-1989. Resume and cover letter can be sent to David Wolf, 2930 Old Oregon Trail, Gering, NE 69341 or [email protected].

Posted 11/11/2025

Lead Preparator
Sheldon Museum of Art
University of Nebraska — Lincoln
Lincoln, Nebraska
Salary: $50,000 annual salary

Apply: https://employment.unl.edu/postings/97454

Sheldon Museum of Art, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, seeks a lead preparator to work as part of the collections and exhibitions team. The lead preparator will plan, manage, and supervise exhibition installations. Coordinate the safe handling, packing, and transport of artwork. Manage artwork storage and prep room administration. Identify, develop and perform fabrication needs for art installations. Provide direct supervision for assistant preparator and on-call exhibition technicians. May require evening and weekend hours. Some domestic and international travel is required. This position reports to the chief curator and associate director for curatorial affairs.

Required Qualifications

  • B.A. in art history, museum studies, collection management, or a related field.
  • Three years of museum registration, art handling and installation experience in a professional setting or equivalent.
  • Commitment to structural equity, inclusion, and belonging toward broad-based institutional excellence, representing a range of perspectives, thoughts, and actions.   
  • Strong cross-cultural competence.   
  • High emotional intelligence and proven ability to forge mutually respectful, trusting, and effective relationships with a diverse group of staff, volunteers, donors, artists, community leaders, and decision makers.   
  • Knowledge of current art museum practices in museum collection management, art handling, crating, and shipping as articulated by the American Alliance of Museums, the Association of Art Museum Directors, the Association of Academic Museums and Galleries, and other professional organizations.   
  • Ability to recruit and develop staff and volunteers, delegate effectively, and maximize the contributions of supervised staff, while holding direct reports accountable to institutional and performance goals. 
  • Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.   
  • Computer proficiency is essential.
  • Familiarity with collection management systems.  
  • Must be detail-oriented and able to work carefully with and safely handle works of art in a variety of media.
  • Skilled in assessing the physical condition of works of art.
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively on team-based projects and across departments.
  • Ability to work effectively and simultaneously on numerous projects.
  • Matting and framing experience.
  • Competency with exhibition design and photo-editing software.
  • Must possess valid driver’s license and pass University van driving course.
  • Must be able to lift 75 pounds and work on ladders and lifts.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master’s Degree in art history, museum studies, collection management, or a related field.
  • Five years of museum registration, art handling and installation in a professional setting or equivalent.
  • Basic woodworking skills and experience with power tools.
  • Experience with audio-visual technology.

posted 7/3/2025

Executive Director
Douglas County Historical Society
Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska
Salary: Commensurate with experience; will include paid vacation, sick days, and a flexible schedule.

Douglas County Historical Society (DCHS) seeks an Executive Director to lead its ongoing efforts to preserve and enliven historical insight in Douglas County, Nebraska.

DCHS is headquartered on the Fort Omaha Campus of Metropolitan Community College, where it maintains and operates two facilities: the historic General Crook House Museum and a separate Archives Center. The Archives Center collects and maintains written records, photos, and other items and collections related to life in Douglas County. It offers preservation, research, and replication services. DCHS develops programs and lectures such as Second Sunday Talks, Speakers Bureau presentations, and History and Appreciation of Antiques classes to reveal and educate the public about the history of Douglas County. DCHS has over 500 members and donors, as well as an active group of dedicated volunteers. Currently four staff members report to the Executive Director. DCHS is a 501(c)(3) organization. 

This full-time position reports to the Board of Directors. The successful candidate will have primary responsibility for overseeing the administration, programs, and strategic plan of the organization. This position requires a dynamic, mission-driven leader who is passionate about leading direct operations, fostering financial and programmatic growth, and developing and managing DCHS programs and community education and outreach.

Position Requirements

The preferred qualified candidate should bring:

  • A minimum of five (5) to seven (7) years of prior executive experience as a successful leader of a nonprofit organization or entity;
  • A proven history of designing and directing strategies that grow organizational capacity and programmatic impact;
  • A proven ability to grow organizational funding, including (i) grant writing, (ii) cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors, and (iii) developing and managing special events;
  • Passion for the mission and programs of DCHS;
  • Proven abilities and experience in fiscal management, including developing and executing a complex budget;
  • Interest/creativity in program creation, including the ability to review current organizational programs/structures and implement refinements;
  • The capacity to excel at influencing and leading an organization towards positive growth;
  • The ability to foster an environment of accountability, healthy work relationships and partnerships, and inclusivity among organizational staff to maintain a positive and collaborative work environment;
  • Experience in creating and establishing clear, measurable business goals; and
  • Outstanding written and oral communication skills, and the ability to work well with the Board of Directors, media, staff, volunteers, the General Crook House Guild, elected officials, and the greater Douglas County community.

Salary and benefits

Commensurate with experience; will include paid vacation, sick days, and a flexible schedule.

At least two (2) references will be required for finalists for the role.

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter through this job posting or by emailing the same to [email protected].

Posted 5/29/2025

Museum Executive Director
Washington County, Nebraska, Historical Association
Fort Calhoun, Nebraska
Salary: $60,000

Overview
The Washington County, Nebraska, Museum Executive Director is responsible for overseeing all
operations of the Washington County Historical Association’s Museum located in Fort Calhoun,
Nebraska, including staff management, fundraising, strategic planning, board development, and
community engagement. This full-time, and fully in-person position, reports to the Board of Directors.

Position Impact
The Executive Director’s leadership is crucial to ensuring that one of Nebraska’s oldest county museums
grows as a vibrant and relevant institution of history, education, preservation, and inspiration for the
people of Washington County, Nebraska and surrounding populations.

Qualifications
While experience in a nonprofit leadership role, preferably within a cultural or educational institution is
desired, unusually qualified and creative individuals will also be considered. The successful candidate
will have skills and abilities in staff management, fundraising, strategic planning, board development and
maintaining strong donor relations
A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is required.

  • Key Responsibilities
  • Leadership and Staff Oversight
    • Provide leadership for the Museum, ensuring alignment with its mission and strategic goals.
    • Oversee the recruitment, management, and development of a staff sufficient to accomplish the goals of the museum.
    • Implement policies and procedures that promote operational efficiency, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  • Fundraising and Financial Management
    • Work with the Board of Directors to establish and execute comprehensive fundraising strategies and secure financial support from individual donors, foundations, grants, and corporations.
    • Cultivate and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and donors.
    • Be responsible for the preparation and management of the annual budget, ensuring the Museum’s financial stability and sustainability.
  • Strategic Planning
    • Lead the development, implementation, and evolution of the Museum’s strategic plan, ensuring the institution’s long-term growth and impact.
    • Work with the staff to develop and expand programs, partnership development, and community outreach that align with the Museum’s mission and goals.
    • Monitor and assess the effectiveness of programs and initiatives, making data-driven decisions to enhance their impact.
  • Board Development and Governance
    • Collaborate with the Board of Directors to ensure effective governance and strategic oversight.
    • Provide regular updates to the Board of Directors on the Museum’s performance, financial health, and strategic initiatives.
    • Assist in the recruitment, orientation, and development of board members, ensuring a representative and engaged board.
  • Community Engagement and Advocacy
    • Serve as the public face and spokesperson for the Museum, representing its mission and values in the communities of Washington County, Nebraska.
    • Foster strong regional relationships with community leaders and organizations towards meeting the Museum’s goals and objectives.

Salary & Benefits
The salary for this position is $60,000 annually, adjusted commensurate with and reflecting listed
qualifications and experiences.

Health Insurance – A Health Savings Account will be fully funded annually for this position if the
employee meets federal guidelines for HSA eligibility.

How to Apply
To apply, send a cover letter, resume, and references (2 professional and 2 character) to:
[email protected]

The position is open as of June 3, 2025 and will remain open until filled.

For more information about the Washington County, Nebraska, Museum, please visit the
museum’s public website: www.wcnemuseum.org.

Please direct any and all questions to the application site: [email protected]

Posted 5/29/2025

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