Human Resources

Welcome to the Bishop Museum Human Resources Department! We recognize that our employees are a vital and valuable part of our organization. We are committed to providing a diverse work environment that nurtures an employee's career potential while contributing to the continued success of Bishop Museum.

Employment opportunities at Bishop Museum for professional and support staff in finance, administration, collections management, research & scholarly studies, public programs, and in membership/development programs vary as new positions become available.

Current Job Openings

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All faxed, hand delivered and mailed resumes are scanned in HR and forwarded to the hiring manager.

There are also a number of volunteer opportunities throughout the museum, some working with visitors, others with our natural and cultural collections. Click here to learn more.

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Senior Vice President, Collections and Research

Bishop Museum invites applications for a full-time position as a Senior Vice President – Collections and Research. Responsible for management of the Museum’s natural sciences and cultural collections care, research initiatives and related educational activities aligned with the institution’s strategic plan and operational goals. Works as an integral part of the senior management team. Required qualifications include excellent administrative skills and experience, excellent public and interpersonal communication skills and demonstrated ability to plan and manage multiple departments.

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Ho‘okipa Ambassador -Casual

By sharing the "aloha spirit" with all visitors through the Bishop Museum's retail and admissions environment, this position is responsible for creating an experience unique to the world and delivering outstanding customer service. In addition, this position is also responsible for the efficient expedition of all Guest transactions as well as ensuring Guest satisfaction and proper control of all sales receipts and merchandise in the retail and admissions environment.

Compensation: $8.50-$10/hr

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Director of Education

The Director of Education is responsible for leadership of the Museum’s informal educational program development and implementation aligned with the institution’s strategic plan and operational goals. Under the direction of the Senior Vice President, Public Programs direct responsibilities include management of staff, financial and operational aspects of the department to produce programs in the areas of on-site daily programs, on-site school-age programs, outreach educational and public programs, and on-line/ virtual educational opportunities. As an integral part of content delivery at Bishop Museum the Director of Education also supports selection and development of travelling and in-house exhibitions to ensure educational goals are met. As the role of technology will continue to increase in its importance for delivery of educational and public programs, the Director of Education will also spearhead educational content and programs in virtual environments. In order to build external support and secure resources for programs, this position must work closely and participate directly with the institutional advancement division, senior leadership and other managers to identify and secure grant funding support and beneficial partnerships for the Museum. This person will be asked to assess the Museum’s educational programs and initiatives to develop in conjunction with senior leadership a long-range educational growth plan that aligns with the Museum’s new strategic plan. S/he must be able to work effectively with the public programs departments and the collections and research areas of the Museum to create unique, relevant, and innovative educational outcomes.

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Special Events Facilitator

Bishop Museum invites applications for a part-time position as a Special Events Facilitator. Required qualifications include a high school degree; prior experience in the hospitality/event industry; prior experience with audiovisual equipment; ability to maintain a flexible schedule, being comfortable meeting new people; and communicating effectively.

Duties include coordinating logistics for events; serving as the on-site representative for events; setting up and/or trouble-shooting sound systems and video projectors for events; and assisting with the operation of the special events' office, filling in for others when necessary.

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Security Officer

Provide protection and safety for Bishop Museum visitors, staff, volunteers, collections, and buildings.

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Education Presenter

Must be available to work 1-2 evenings per week (sleep over at the Museum), Sundays during the day and some Saturdays. This is a casual part-time position,18 hours per week.

Work Bishop Museum "Sleepover" and "Museum After Dark" programs, in which visitors spend the evening at the Museum. Greet sleepover visitors, provide programming, handle operational details such as food delivery, monitor student behavior and safety.

This position requires the ability to present and talk comfortably in front of a range of audiences. Successful applicant will present and assist with daytime programs for general public and students. Must be available to work Sundays and some Saturdays. Provide high quality interpretive programs and personal learning experience for museum visitors and school groups in the Castle Building, Hawaiian Hall, Science Adventure Center, Watumull Planetarium and/or other exhibit gallery areas. Assist other education department staff in department projects in and out of the office.

Compensation: $8-$12/hr

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Accounting Clerk

Responsible for basic general ledger accounting duties including recording fixed assets, depreciation, merchandise transfers, cash receipts, month end adjustments, bank and cash reconciliations, tax returns and other accounting duties as required. Successful candidate will be a self-starter, highly organized and very accurate. Applicants with a minimum of two years related experience, preferably in a large multi-department organization, and post-secondary degree in business or accounting (or equivalent work experience) are invited to apply. Experience with SAGE MIP accounting software is desirable. Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and strong communication skills are required.

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