Employment Opportunities
History and myth. Art and culture. Legends and legacies. The story of the American West is a rich and colorful tapestry, one that you could be part of at the Buffalo Bill Center of the West. Together, our wide-ranging expertise, comprehensive collections, and engaging programs allow visitors to discover and experience that story for themselves.
Create your own lasting legacy. Find your position here and help us share the story of the American West.
Successful candidates must pass a criminal and employment background check.
The Buffalo Bill Center of the West is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Curator, Plains Indian Museum
The Buffalo Bill Center of the West is seeking a Curator for its Plains Indian Museum. The successful candidate will be an advocate for the physical and cultural integrity of the Plains Indian Museum collections as a collaborative leader working with ideas, communities, and programs in advancing the Center’s mission.
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To apply, send cover letter and resume to Human Resources Director Terry Harley at [email protected].
Accounting Assistant, Accounts Receivable – Full-time / Year-round
The Buffalo Bill Center of the West is seeking an A/R Accounting Assistant to perform all accounting functions relating to receivables, contributions, grants, and other income.
Apply online, or pick up an application and return it to the front security desk between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m.
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Controller – Full-time / Year-round
The Buffalo Bill Center of the West is looking for an experienced accounting professional to manage our operational budget and accounting department.
Apply online, or pick up an application and return it to the front security desk between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m.
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Curatorial Assistant, Whitney Western Art Museum – Full-time / Year-round
The Buffalo Bill Center of the West is looking for an energetic individual to assist the Whitney Western Art Museum with collections, programming, and outreach that further the Center’s mission.
Apply online, or pick up an application and return it to the front security desk between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m.
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Security Officer – Part-time / Year-round
The Buffalo Bill Center of the West is looking for a Part-Time / Year-Round Security Officer; afternoon shifts – 24 to 32 hours/week. This individual will be trained to handle a variety of security tasks and will work the afternoon shift.
Apply online, or pick up an application and return it to the front security desk between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m.
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Food & Beverage Associate – Seasonal
The Buffalo Bill Center of the West is seeking food and beverage associates for the summer season to ensure prompt and courteous assistance to our customers.
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Apply online, or pick up an application and return it to the front security desk between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m.
Custodian – Full-time
The Buffalo Bill Center of the West is seeking a full-time Custodian to clean and maintain the Center’s properties. This position is responsible for the care and safety of the museum and its collections during the course of his/her duties.
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Apply online, or pick up an application and return it to the front security desk between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m.
Operating Engineer
The Buffalo Bill Center of the West is looking for an Operating Engineer, responsible for the operation, monitoring, service, and maintenance of all heating and cooling systems and controls, as well as for optimizing the operating of all such equipment within the limits of their design and installation.
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Apply online, attaching a cover letter and resume to the application, or send same to Terry Harley at [email protected].
Volunteer Opportunities
The Center of the West’s Development Department is seeking an outgoing volunteer for approximately 3 – 5 hours per week to make phone calls to our members and donors as follow-ups to fundraising efforts that take place year-round. The right person will be able to make many calls in succession, take notes and payment information, and be a good ambassador for the Center. For questions and more information on this position and on volunteering at the Center in general, please contact Terry Harley at [email protected].
Click here to apply for this volunteer position, or e-mail [email protected].
Internship Opportunities
The Buffalo Bill Center of the West offers several internships for college students each summer! For the 2020 season, available internships include everything from book conservation, to marketing, to caring for and presenting programs about raptors. Our internships are for 10 weeks, pay $12.50 per hour, and include a $500 housing stipend.
If you are a college student seeking a summer internship in a museum setting…
Visit our Internships page for more information.
Resident Fellowship Opportunities
The Buffalo Bill Center of the West offers a limited number of resident fellowships each year for scholars doing original research that advance knowledge, understanding, and passion about the extraordinary cultural and natural heritage of the American West and its timeless and global relevance. To learn more about these opportunities and view the call for proposals…