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Building & Grounds Custodian

Role Title: Trades Technician II
Position #: Hourly/Wage
Hourly Pay Range: $ 15.00
Job Role: Museum Technician/ B&G
Location: Martinsville, VA

The Virginia Museum of Natural History is seeking a Buildings & Grounds Custodian to join the museum team.

This is a part-time position with up to 29 hours available each week. Workdays are Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sundays from Noon to 5 p.m. (Sunday workdays are from Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend only). There will be opportunities to work weekdays to receive full 29 hour work weeks, if desired. The Buildings & Grounds Custodian must be available to work museum events, which will include evening, weekend, and holiday hours.

Duties:

1. Perform building sanitation and custodial work.
2. Assist in other areas, as needed, including, but not limited to, assistance with installing and deinstalling exhibits, assistance with lawn care, and assistance with overall cleanliness of areas throughout the museum.
3. Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
4. Ability to work with little or no supervision and within in a team atmosphere.
5. Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications:

1. Experience with the above duties is a plus, but not required.
2. Must have basic computer skills (i.e. send/receive email, input time worked, etc.)
3. Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.
4. Must be able to pass a background check.

Application Process:

Only online applications are accepted. In addition to the online application, applicants must submit a resume and 3 references. These documents may be attached to the online application. The Commonwealth of Virginia online employment application is available at https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/home. For questions about this job position, please contact Lynette Perkins, Human Resources Manager, via email at lynette.perkins@vmnh.virginia.gov or via phone at 276-403-8522.

The Virginia Museum of Natural History complies with E-Verify which is an internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration that allows participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are afforded equal opportunities without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability. The successful applicant must furnish proof of identity and employment eligibility and is subject to a background check.

Visitor Services Specialist

Role Title: Visitor Service Specialist
Pay Band: 2 Location: Martinsville, VA
Hourly Pay Range: $12.41
Position#: Hourly

An exceptional job opportunity for a Visitor Service Specialist at the Virginia Museum of Natural History (VMNH) is now available. This is a part-time hourly position (weekend only).

• Saturdays from 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
• Sundays (from Memorial Day through Labor Day only) from 11:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
• Special Event Days

Job Description:

As Visitor Services Specialist, the successful candidate will work inside the Museum Box Office and Museum Store selling admissions, memberships, and merchandise. Additionally, the successful candidate will disseminate information to visitors and provide appropriate directions to both visitors and guests. The successful candidate will also:

• Proactively stay informed of museum events and exhibits
• Answer the main museum phone line and direct calls appropriately
• Open the Museum Box Office and Museum Store, and close out at the end of the day (balancing and filling out all revenue sheets and necessary paperwork, ensuring the gift shop is clean and tidy for the next day)
• Work museum festivals and other events, as needed, based on availability and number of hours worked
• Assist museum technicians, as needed
• Maintain a positive and upbeat attitude at all times
• Keep clear communication with supervisor, including proper notification od absence or lateness
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications:

• Understanding of state accounting principles
• Excellent office equipment skills, including strong proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet, and database software. (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent customer service skills
• Commitment to maintaining a clean and tidy appearance, including proper dress and hygiene
• Must be comfortable working in a sometimes fast paced environment

Currently accepting resumes and three references.

If you have questions about the position, please contact Lynette Perkins, Human Resources Manager, at 276-403-8522 or lynette.perkins@vmnh.virginia.gov.

The Virginia Museum of Natural History complies with E-Verify which is an internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration that allows participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are afforded equal opportunities without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability. The successful applicant must furnish proof of identity and employment eligibility and is subject to a background check.