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Sarah Williams

Swansboro

Summary

Reliable and resourceful professional with work experience in exhibit design, collection care, and program management. Passionate about designing and developing content to engage a diverse audience. Detail-oriented for collection care and cataloging to ensure best practices are being maintained. Experienced with leading teams and problem-solving while maintaining a positive work environment.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Museum Volunteer

Onslow County Museum
Richlands
01.2025 - Current
  • I completed an internship at this location.
  • Organized and set up exhibits in designated areas of the museum.
  • Researched and drafted an inventory of the reference library for inclusion on the website.
  • Supported event preparations, including setup, breakdown, and guest assistance.
  • Participated in planning meetings to discuss upcoming events at the museum.

Volunteer Coordinator

Carolina Museum of the Marine
Jacksonville
02.2024 - Current
  • Designed and developed a complete volunteer program.
  • Coordinated volunteer schedules for events.
  • Coordinated onboarding and training for new volunteers on museum policies and opportunities.
  • Matched volunteers with open positions based on individual strengths and knowledge.
  • Maintained records of individual volunteer service hours for inclusion in monthly and year-end volunteer reports, and managed the volunteer database.
  • Developed docent and tour requirements, and a training program.

Museum Volunteer

Swansboro Historical Association
Swansboro
01.2023 - Current
  • Assisted with photographing, cataloging, and caring for artifacts.
  • I completed an internship in the spring of 2025 with this.
  • Developed an inventory system for archival collection.
  • Supported event preparations, including setup, breakdown, and guest assistance.
  • Participated in planning meetings to discuss upcoming events at the museum.
  • Researched historical facts related to exhibit development.
  • Engaged with community members during special events to promote the Association.

Retail Sales Associate

Emerald Isle Books and Toys
Emerald Isle
09.2022 - 09.2024
  • Assisted customers with product selections and inquiries.
  • Maintained and organized merchandise displays.
  • Restocked shelves.
  • Assisted with inventory and ordering.
  • Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems.
  • Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.

Museum Volunteer

USS Midway Museum
San Diego
09.2019 - 03.2020
  • Maintained and monitored exhibit areas for cleanliness, damage, or theft of items on display.
  • Assisted in the development and design of new exhibits to promote public interest.
  • Summarized and archived historical magazine articles from Proceedings (1900–1912).

Museum Volunteer

Nauticus and Battleship Wisconsin
Norfolk
09.2018 - 06.2019
  • Served as a docent, engaging with visitors and answering questions.
  • Conducted tours of the battleship Wisconsin.
  • Assisted in greeting visitors, providing directions, and answering questions about the museum's exhibits and events.

Museum Volunteer

Jamestown Settlement Museum
Jamestown
07.2016 - 07.2018
  • Served as a docent for special exhibits, greeting guests, and answering questions.
  • Assisted with administrative work in the museum office, analyzing surveys, and sorting merchandise.
  • Provided resources at the information desk and assisted guests prior to their visit.
  • Facilitated hands-on activities for children visiting the museum.
  • Supported event preparations, including setup, breakdown, and guest assistance.

Education

Master of Arts - Museum Studies

University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK
08-2025

Bachelor of Science - History With Minor in Military History

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
05-2022

Skills

  • Interpersonal communication skills
  • Historical research
  • Volunteer management
  • Event coordination
  • Exhibit design
  • Customer engagement
  • Collection care
  • Teamwork
  • Creativity and problem-solving
  • Detail-oriented

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Museum Volunteer

Onslow County Museum
01.2025 - Current

Volunteer Coordinator

Carolina Museum of the Marine
02.2024 - Current

Museum Volunteer

Swansboro Historical Association
01.2023 - Current

Retail Sales Associate

Emerald Isle Books and Toys
09.2022 - 09.2024

Museum Volunteer

USS Midway Museum
09.2019 - 03.2020

Museum Volunteer

Nauticus and Battleship Wisconsin
09.2018 - 06.2019

Museum Volunteer

Jamestown Settlement Museum
07.2016 - 07.2018

Master of Arts - Museum Studies

University of Oklahoma

Bachelor of Science - History With Minor in Military History

Liberty University
Sarah Williams