Opportunities
Museum Assistant
Start Date: October 2024
Hours: As needed (primarily assisting with evening events (5-10pm), Saturday operating hours (10am- 4pm) and occasional weekday operating hours.
Hourly rate: $20
The Museum Assistant will work on an as-needed basis:
• Assist with events (kitchen, bar, set-up, break-down) for evening performances, receptions, and lectures.
• Assist with gallery security.
• Assist with installation and de-installation of exhibitions.
• Handle AV/PA requirements for museum events.
Required Qualifications:
• Candidate must have the ability to multi-task, assist in a set-up of Museum programs (often requiring heavy lifting), be a team player, and be flexible, and well organized.
• Previous experience in an art gallery or museum or similar institution.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand for three hours.
• Willingness to contribute to a positive and collaborative culture that welcomes all audiences.
Getting to the Museum: the closest Metro stop is Tenleytown-AU and the nearest bus stops are on the D2, D6, and N4 lines.
Please submit resume and cover letter to Helen Chason (hchason@kreegermuseum.org) to apply.
Employment is contingent on the verification of background information. The Kreeger Museum is an equal opportunity employer.