Dey Mansion Washington's Headquarters, 1780
Rolling Submissions for Positions
at historic Dey Mansion Museum, Passaic County
JOB TITLE: Museum Attendant
SALARY / HOURS: $15.00-$20.00 per hour
SCHEDULE: Thursday – Sunday / 9:00am – 5:00pm
TYPE: Seasonal (6 month position)
JOB DESCRIPTION: Under the direction of the Director of the Department of Cultural & Historic Affairs and Museum Curator, the primary function of this position is to assist in the planning and execution of daily museum functions; including but not limited to exhibit installations, preservation of existing collections, guiding visitors and performing clerical and other museum-related duties as required and/or assigned.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Welcomes visitors and responds to questions about the history of the site and its programming;
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Help prepare museum exhibits and collections for public display;
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Catalogue and conduct inventories of collections (including photographing and researching objects);
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Assist in the implementation of grant funded projects;
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Plans, organizes, and implements special events and exhibits at the historic site;
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Assist in the management of daily operations of the historic site;
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Develops, plans, and organizes promotional material for activities and events in conjunction with local community organizations, the media, and the County’s Division of Tourism Coordinator;
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Conducts off-site programming and presentations as needed;
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Assists visitors with gift shop purchases and maintains inventory levels;
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Balances cash register receipts and makes daily deposit; and
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Regular duties may include reports on the conditions of property and museum space; writing and researching, editing promotional material and brochures, coordinating with other historic sites and partners, registering guests for events, and compiling data on attendance and visitor experience.
QUALIFICATIONS / ELIGILBITY:
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Enrolled in/or graduated from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in history, anthropology, archeology, art history, museum studies, or related field;
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Previous experience in museums, cultural programs, art spaces, etc. are preferred but not required;
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Proficient computer skills including but not limited to: Office, Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator;
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Working weekends are required for this position. Depending on the event taking place, some nights may be required. Candidates will not be considered otherwise;
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Passaic County residency is preferred
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New Jersey residency is required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
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Must be physically able to operate a variety of automated office machines, which include a computer, calculator, typewriter, etc.;
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Must be able to walk or stand for extended periods of time;
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Must be able to operate a variety of visual and audio aids;
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Must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull or otherwise move objects, up to 30 lbs. Physical demands are for light work.
To apply for a seasonal position: Email your cover letter and resume to KellyR@passaiccountynj.org
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Seasonal positions are sought 3-4 times year.