Museum Services Associate

Fraunces Tavern Museum (54 Pearl St., New York City) is seeking a responsible and outgoing individual to assist with museum services and housekeeping. As a representative of the Museum, the Associate must maintain excellent customer service and always remember the mission. This position is fulltime hourly, Monday through Friday from 9:30am to 5:30pm with some pre-determined evenings.  The Museum Services Associate will report to the Director of Education & Public Programs. There is room for growth in the areas of museum education and historic buildings management.

Responsibilities

·         Greet visitors and process admissions

·         Provide general information and answer questions

·         General housekeeping for museum, office spaces, bathrooms, including regular stocking and upkeep of facility

·         Sell and stock gift items

·         Relay accurate information about programs/events to visitors

·         Accept and sign for packages

·         Ensure a clean, orderly building environment, including replacing light bulbs in public spaces

·         Removal of all trash and recycling

·         Provide a visual security presence during operating hours

·         Close the museum at end of operating hours

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Requirements

·         Customer service experience a must

·         Experience handling cash and credit transactions

·         Outgoing

·         Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds and ascend and descend stairs

·         Ability to work on feet for several hours

·         Must be a motivated independent worker

·         Flexible schedule; able to work occasional weekday evenings

 

Compensation & Benefits

$15/hour, plus a competitive benefits package with PTO.

 

To apply, email [log in to unmask] with your resume and cover letter. The subject line should read “Museum Services Associate”. Only those who will be considered for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls or drop ins please.