MUSEUM ASSOCIATE

The Delaware Art Museum is searching for a part-time Museum Associate with outstanding customer service skills to help the Museum provide engaging and friendly visitor experiences at the Museum's front desk and inside the Museum Store. The hours, while generally up to 20 per week, will vary during the Museum's public open hours (Wed-Sun 10am - 4pm, Thurs eve 4-8pm) and will include some events outside normal business hours and Thursday evenings. Weekend hours will be required. The Museum is a wonderful and active place to work and maintains 24-hour security onsite. Associates will be trained in guest services, POS systems, and the Museum's collections and exhibitions.

Daily duties include:

• Greet and engage visitors, answering questions about the Museum, collections, history, and merchandise;
• Process any onsite registrations or ticket sales for Museum events or programs;
• Assist in selling Museum memberships;
• Interact with guests at the front desk or in the store and finalize their sales;
• Operate cash register and maintain POS system;
• Answer phone inquiries;
• Receive incoming merchandise and assist with annual and quarterly inventory;
• Assist in maintaining a professional and inviting workspace;
• Maintain operation of store and desk including opening and closing practices;
• Provide outstanding customer service;
• Be able to handle problems and emergencies in a professional manner. We are seeking enthusiastic candidates with knowledge and/or experience in:
• Outstanding customer service and retail sales skills;
• Technology savvy;
• General office skills;
• Strong attention to detail, and
• A passion for the arts and/or theater experience preferred.

We invite you to apply. The hourly rate is $15 and Museum Associates receive employee discounts, free studio classes, and a complimentary Membership to the Museum. Please send a cover letter and resume to kbarnhart@Delart.org. To learn more about the Delaware Art Museum, please visit our website at www.delart.org. Interviewing will begin when qualified applicants have been identified; the job will close when an offer has been accepted. The Delaware Art Museum is committed to inclusivity and encourages qualified candidates from all cultures and communities to apply. Delaware Art Museum is an equal opportunity employer. About the Museum For over 100 years, the Museum has served as a primary arts and cultural institution in Delaware. It is alive with experiences, discoveries, and activities to connect people with art and with each other. Originally created in 1912 to honor the renowned illustrator and Wilmington-native, Howard Pyle, the Museum's collection has grown to over 12,000 works of art in our building and sculpture garden. Also recognized for British Pre-Raphaelite art, the Museum is home to the largest and most important Pre-Raphaelite collection outside of the United Kingdom and a growing collection of significant contemporary art.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$15.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount

Work Location:

In person