Employment

Office Administrator

 
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Oversee financial management of the museum, its programs, and events, including payroll, bookkeeping, budgeting, financial statements, and working with audit.
  • Oversee the general operation of museum facilities and operations; support the delivery of high quality, visitor-centered programs and services; and establish an effective team culture.
  • Supervise, inspire, and mentor staff and volunteers to bring optimum performance while effectively working together as a team.
  • Effectively collaborate with an array of constituencies, including the CEO, Board of Directors, and vendors to advance and elevate the museum’s mission and vision.
  • Provide fundraising and donor development support.
Qualifications:
  • Dynamic and innovative leader who demonstrates a deep passion for preserving history and who enjoys sharing that passion with others.
  • Organized with a high attention to detail while managing the time of staff efficiently and effectively.
  • Experience with public relations and excellent verbal and written communication skills for visitor-facing and internal interactions.
  • Ability to lead, integrate, and inspire a small team and support a focused visitor-centered approach to everything the team works on.
  • Strong work ethic, strategic thinker, problem solver, and a willingness to learn.
Requirements:
  • Ability to work some weekends, holidays, and special events.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and QuickBooks, and related skills in database management.
  • Coursework or equivalent experience in fields such as accounting, finance, human resources, and management.
  • Evidence of the practice of a high level of confidentiality, diplomacy, and integrity.
  • Experience working or volunteering for a nonprofit.
  • Knowledge of professional best practices in facility management and museum operations.
Benefits:
  • Salary Range $27,500 – $32,500
  • Employer paid premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Competitive retirement plan matching.
  • Paid vacation and sick leave.
  • Professional development opportunities.

 

Visitor Experience Specialist

 
Work Conditions:

Office environment in a combination of areas: historic buildings, general grounds area, museum, education center, and visitor center. Moderate lifting and cleaning. Requires some evening and/or weekend work. Telework not authorized.

Reports to: Gift Shop Manager and Director of Operations

Responsibilities:

The Visitor Experience Specialist (VES) is responsible for ensuring each visitor receives outstanding customer service by providing a friendly environment which includes greeting and acknowledging every visitor, answering questions, maintaining outstanding professional standards, and possessing thorough knowledge of Red Hill, Patrick Henry, Quarter Place, and exhibits in the museum and historic buildings. The position requires an understanding of interpretive standards and how they are applied in a public history venue.

  • Welcome and orient visitors by offering assistance in a warm and friendly manner, ensuring all programs, exhibitions, and services are properly communicated to visitors.
  • Respond to inquiries in person, by telephone, and email.
  • Represent as needed during special events and in welcoming tour groups.
  • Be knowledgeable about the history of Patrick Henry’s Red Hill.
  • Provide information about programs and special events. Coordinate with a small staff to ensure a high level of visitor experience is achieved and programming is successful.
  • Open and close the Visitor Center and historic buildings.
  • Maintain proper appearance of the front desk area including visitor orientation, and inventory of brochures and gift shop items.
  • Troubleshoot visitor problems.
  • Ensure public spaces are set-up and tidy for general operations and all types of programming.
  • Support program and event execution, including special visits, educational programming, and outreach programs.
  • Track attendance, receive visitor feedback, and collect visitor contact and other information.
  • Perform routine tasks as assigned and anticipate daily needs of ongoing activities.
  • Work on special projects as needed.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
  • Minimum of two (2) years of visitor or customer service experience preferably in a museum or attraction setting.
  • At least 18 years of age.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Proficiency with Square and Point of Sale are preferred.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with fluent oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently, as a team member, recognize needs, and take initiative.
  • Possess a polished and professional demeanor.
  • Ability to work in various environments: office, historic structures, and collections storage areas.
  • Must be able to work in indoor and outdoor locations in all seasons (including sunny and inclement weather) during the course of a work day.
Salary:

Hourly – $12.50/hour

Closes:

Open until filled. Contact Hope Marstin, CEO, at om@redhill.org

Internships

Summer 2023 Visitor Experience Specialist

 
Work Conditions:

Office environment in a combination of areas: historic buildings, general grounds area, museum, education center, and visitor center. Moderate lifting and cleaning. Requires some evening and/or weekend work. Telework not authorized.

Reports to: Gift Shop Manager and Director of Operations

Responsibilities:

The Visitor Experience Specialist (VES) is responsible for ensuring each visitor receives outstanding customer service by providing a friendly environment which includes greeting and acknowledging every visitor, answering questions, maintaining outstanding professional standards, and possessing thorough knowledge of Red Hill, Patrick Henry, Quarter Place, and exhibits in the museum and historic buildings. The position requires an understanding of interpretive standards and how they are applied in a public history venue.

  • Welcome and orient visitors by offering assistance in a warm and friendly manner, ensuring all programs, exhibitions, and services are properly communicated to visitors.
  • Respond to inquiries in person, by telephone, and email.
  • Represent as needed during special events and in welcoming tour groups.
  • Be knowledgeable about the history of Patrick Henry’s Red Hill.
  • Provide information about programs and special events. Coordinate with a small staff to ensure a high level of visitor experience is achieved and programming is successful.
  • Open and close the Visitor Center and historic buildings.
  • Maintain proper appearance of the front desk area including visitor orientation, and inventory of brochures and gift shop items.
  • Troubleshoot visitor problems.
  • Ensure public spaces are set-up and tidy for general operations and all types of programming.
  • Support program and event execution, including special visits, educational programming, and outreach programs.
  • Track attendance, receive visitor feedback, and collect visitor contact and other information.
  • Perform routine tasks as assigned and anticipate daily needs of ongoing activities.
  • Work on special projects as needed.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
  • Minimum of one (1) year of visitor or customer service experience preferably in a museum or attraction setting.
  • At least 18 years of age.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Ability to work 34 hours (4 days) a week
  • Proficiency with Square and Point of Sale are preferred.
  • Must have weekday, weekend, holiday, and evening availability.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with fluent oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently, as a team member, recognize needs, and take initiative.
  • Possess a polished and professional demeanor.
  • Ability to work in various environments: office, historic structures, and collections storage areas.
  • Must be able to work in indoor and outdoor locations in all seasons (including sunny and inclement weather) during the course of a work day.
Stipend:

$1,500

Duration:

The internship will run the duration of the semester (10-16 weeks).

Closes:

Open until filled. Contact Hope Marstin, CEO, at om@redhill.org