The Waseca County Historical Society (WCHS) is seeking an organized, creative, and community-minded Museum Assistant to support the day-to-day operations of our museum and research library.

This is a varied position for someone who enjoys working with people, technology, history, exhibits, and projects.

Responsibilities

  • Support daily administrative and office operations.

  • Maintain membership, donor, and organizational information using our CRM.

  • Assist with membership activities, fundraising campaigns, and donor communications.

  • Exhibit research, development, installation, and maintenance.

  • Provide support for museum programs, events, and community activities.

  • Assist visitors, researchers, and members.

  • Respond to occasional historical and genealogical research requests.

  • Work with staff and volunteers to keep museum spaces and records organized.

Required Experience:

  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Proficiency with Google Workspace

  • Comfortable working with databases and digital information.

  • Ability to learn new software and systems.

  • Flexibility, creativity, and a willingness to take on a variety of tasks.

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

  • An interest in local history, museums, genealogy, or community heritage.

Preferred Experience:

  • Experience with historical or genealogical research.

  • Museum, library, archive, or nonprofit experience.

  • Experience with exhibits, collections, or public programming.

  • Experience with CRM, membership, or donor databases.

  • Experience with fundraising, communications, or community engagement.

Why WCHS?

Join a small, mission-driven organization where your work has a direct impact on how Waseca County’s history is preserved, shared, and brought to life.

The Waseca County Historical Society is an equal opportunity organization.

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30-32 per week​

Please submit a resume and brief cover letter explaining your interest in the position to Elizabeth Anselmo at director@wasecacountyhistorycenter.org.