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Open positions at the Illinois State Museum are filled through the State of Illinois Employment Opportunities website. Please go there for contact and application information. 

We are now accepting applications for the following positions.

Illinois State Museum:

Registrar for Sciences - Museum Technician II

Position Overview

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is seeking to hire a Museum Technician II for The Illinois State Museum.  This position is responsible for accessioning objects into the applicable collection; cataloging and entering data into the electronic collections database; maintaining digital and hard copy files; writing descriptions and reports; preparing items for long-term storage; assisting with research of objects in support of educational programming or exhibits; monitoring all outgoing loans; and assisting with installation and de-installation of exhibits at the ISM or ISM-affiliated sites as needed. Performs duties mostly independently, while under the supervision of the Director of Collections & Research (Museum Section Head 3). The Illinois State Museum's mission of collecting, studying, and interpreting objects that represent the natural history, anthropology, and art of Illinois is fulfilled. It provides state-of-the-art space to care for and study collections, as well as laboratories and special program spaces for Museum scientists, artists, and educators.  We welcome interested applicants who would like to be part of this team to apply today.

Check out the official job posting to get more details or apply.

Illinois State Museum Society (@ the Illinois State Museum):

Part-Time Sales Associate

Position Overview

The Society seeks a part-time sales associate to welcome and engage all of the Illinois State Museum audiences, including visitors, shop customers, members, artists, vendors, and colleagues, to actively respond to their needs and deliver an exceptional retail experience. To apply, please send an email with your resume and three references to shop@illinoisstatemuseum.org.

Learn more here.

Part-Time Accountant

Position Overview

The Illinois State Museum Society is seeking an experienced part-time full charge accountant to support its operations and the activities of the Illinois State Museum System. This individual will manage the accounting processes for the Society, including its retail operations and aid in on-going audit preparedness efforts through regular reconciliations, accrual updates and overall compliance with generally accepted accounting principles. To apply, please email your resume and three references to jamila.wicks@illinois.gov

Learn more here.