Careers

Photo: Andrew Waits
Photo: Andrew Waits

Join the Burke team

When you work at the Burke, you get to help others learn more about the natural and cultural world—and do plenty of learning yourself. There’s always something new to experience!

You also join the University of Washington (UW) community. UW values its people as one of the most important assets in its pursuit of excellence in education, research and community service. UW staff not only enjoy outstanding benefits and professional growth opportunities, but also an environment noted for diversity, community involvement, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Find out about open employment positions below or consider getting involved through one of our volunteering opportunities.

Current Openings

Adult and Member Public Programs Manager

The Burke is seeking a creative, strategically-minded person to develop and implement the Burke’s program offerings for adult, member and donor audiences. As a member of the Development Department, the Adult & Member Public Programs Manager will serve as a connector, facilitator, and creator. This includes working closely with Education, Development, Membership, and Collections departments to support logistics, promote mission and audience-aligned offerings and contribute to the growth of earned income. Other responsibilities include conducting ongoing program evaluation and establishing transparent and collaborative practices to select and prioritize potential community partnerships and proposed programs.
 

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Photo: Rachel Ormiston/Burke Museum
Photo: Rachel Ormiston/Burke Museum

Employment Opportunities

Employment at the Burke Museum is managed by the University of Washington. Career positions offer competitive benefits, including medical and dental insurance, museum membership, and a tuition exemption program. To learn more, visit the UW Benefits & Work/Life page

The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Details for current openings may be found on the University of Washington's employment page.

Employment at UW

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Our Work

At the Burke, we bring together people, objects, and the stories that make them meaningful.

Photo: Timothy Kenney/Burke Museum
Photo: Timothy Kenney/Burke Museum