Museum Assistant Opening at Tate House Museum
1267 Westbrook Street, Portland, Maine 04102
Regular Hours: Wed through Saturday, 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM, June- mid October,
~21-24 hours/week* $17-20/hour depending on experience
*With some flexibility for early museum closings, assistance during evening or weekend programs, cleaning, computer work at home, and other needs as they arise.
The Museum Assistant (MA) will be responsible for opening and closing the Means and Tate Houses on Thursdays-Saturdays during our open season from June-October, offer tours to visitors on occasion, and assist the executive director (ED) with museum-related programs and activities. They will help with social media posting and simple graphic design projects along with other administrative needs.
The MA will manage ticket and Gift Shop sales, and assist docents during scheduled tours. They will greet visitors in a welcoming manner ensuring a high quality and positive visitor experience. They will arrive 30 min before tour times to disarm the Tate House alarm and reset it at the end of the day. The MA will conduct Tate House tours as needed and manage docent scheduling.
The MA will be knowledgeable about Tate House history, programs, and museum operations to provide information and encourage visitors to become involved at THM. They will participate in programs throughout the year as support staff, and may help with managing programs as needed.
The MA is responsible for simple cleaning of the Visitors Center (Means House first floor) including bathroom, trash removal, and sweeping. They will be trained to clean the historic Tate House weekly including vacuuming, dusting, and occasional mopping during the regular open season.
The MA will be comfortable and adept at working independently on various tasks assigned by the ED. Position open until filled. Send letter of interest and resume to Director Holly K. Hurd, hkhurd@tatehouse.org
Requirements
High school education
Social media and simple graphic design (Canva) experience
Interest in local and colonial history
Customer service experience including communication and people skills
Strong attention to detail for Gift Shop register and project management
Reliable and consistent commitment to Tate House Museum
