Careers
We're Hiring!
Thank you for your interest in employment at The Newark Museum of Art. See below for current job position openings.
Please be advised that due to the high volume of applicants, we can only contact those candidates whose qualifications meet the requirements of the open positions.
Responsible for protecting Museum property and collections from theft, fire, sabotage and accidental or willful damage or destruction and for protecting staff and visitors of the Museum from situations that may threaten their safety. Also, responsible to act as good-will ambassadors for the Museum and provide essential customer services in a courteous and professional manner.
Reporting Relationship: Director of Security
Rate: $18.18 hourly rate; includes a comprehensive organization-sponsored benefits package including medical plan, dental plan, vision plan, life insurance, Pension Plan, 401K retirement, and generous paid time off.
Work Schedule: Security staff work a 40-hour week on-site; includes holidays and weekends. Overtime available for other shifts.Reporting directly to the Director of Building Services, Facilities Maintenance performs a variety of cleaning tasks and other related maintenance tasks in accordance with the cleaning standards of the Museum. Areas of responsibility may include the building’s interior, exterior, and grounds.
Department: Operations
Reporting Relationship: Director of Building Services
Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday: 8am-5pm or Sunday-Thursday: 8am-5pm, onsite.
Rate: $18.18 hourly rate; includes a comprehensive organization-sponsored benefits package including medical plan, dental plan, vision, life insurance, Pension, 401K retirement, and generous paid time off.The Assistant Librarian & Archivist is responsible for special projects primarily relating to the Museum Archives. The library is a collection of approximately 50,000 titles and 60,000 volumes of books, periodicals, and audio- and visual recordings on the fine arts, decorative arts, and natural sciences. The Archives comprise more than 3,000 linear feet of historical records documenting past exhibitions, educational activities, and administrative duties of the institution.
Reporting Relationship: Librarian & Archivist Emeritus
Rate:$30 hourly
Work Schedule: The Assistant Librarian/Archivist will work two to three days a week for seven hours a day, Monday through Friday from 9am to 5pm.
People and Culture
The Newark Museum of Art
49 Washington Street
Newark, NJ 07102
Fax: 973.642.0459
PeopleandCulture@newarkmuseumart.org
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
The Newark Museum of Art is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Upholding this commitment, we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This commitment applies to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training, promotion, placement, transfer, layoff, recall, leaves of absence, and termination.
We are dedicated to embedding the principles of diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion (DEAI) in all aspects of our work and organizational culture. In undertaking this work, the Museum is committed to anti-racism–conscious efforts and deliberate actions intended to create equal opportunities for all on both an individual and systemic level. We strongly encourage applications from individuals who identify as BIPOC, veterans, LGBTQIA+, and those with disabilities, as they play a pivotal role in our mission. More information on the Newark Museum of Art’s commitment to DEAI can be found here.
The Newark Museum of Art is dedicated to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As an integral part of this commitment, we ensure that employees and applicants with disabilities have access to reasonable accommodation. For inquiries regarding reasonable accommodation, please contact accessibility@newarkmuseumart.org.
Internship Program
Thank you for your interest in pursuing an internship at the Newark Museum of Art. Information regarding the 2025 Summer Internship Program will be available soon.
Volunteer
Do You Love Art and Science?
Become a volunteer today and be a part of The Newark Museum of Art. Volunteers assist the Museum staff with programs, events, and visitor support through all departments including Special Events, Membership, the NMOA Shop, Registrar, and more!
If you have questions or would like to learn more about about our current volunteer opportunities, please contact us at nmvo@newarkmuseumart.org.