Position DetailsPosition Information Fill out your application carefully and completely, including attaching the correct documents as requested. You will NOT be able to withdraw and reapply if you make a mistake.Positions may close unexpectedly if they reacha high number of applicants. It is in your best interest to apply promptly to any positions that interest you.If this position title includes the label On-Campus FWS or Off-Campus FWS, it is for students with a Federal Work Study (FWS) award for the current school year ONLY. Applicants to these positions will be required to verify this by attaching their FWS Program Student Statement as a required document. Do not apply unless you meet this criterion.Position Title Student Museum Assistant I _Off-Campus FWS Level of Support Student Support I Position Type Off-Campus FWS Number of Openings 2 Work Hours Weekends (Saturday-Sunday), After Standard Business Hours (M-F after 5pm) Wage Per Hour 17.50 Division/School Division/School Department Name The Historical Society of Washington DC Department Bio Established in 1894 and located at the Carnegie Library in Downtown, the DC History Center is a community-supported nonprofit organization, which deepens understanding of our city's past to connect, empower, and inspire. It collects, interprets, and shares the history of our nation's capital through research and scholarship, adult programs, youth education, and exhibits. We seek to do this work as a welcoming and inclusive community that fosters curiosity and nurtures civic engagement to strengthen the District for all. For more information visit dchistory.org.Position Specific Summary By contributing to the operations of the DC History Center as the Visitor Services Assistant(s), you are an essential part of a vibrant community that celebrates the local history of the nation's capital. You will develop administrative and customer service skills. Through our exhibits, publications, and programs, you will have the opportunity to learn about transportation, culture, social justice, neighborhood development, and additional topics relating to local life in the nation's capital.Visitor Services Assistant(s) staff our exhibit welcome desk, galleries, and retail space during our open hours. You will also support DC History Center participation in public programs such as the DC State Fair, DC Art All Night, DC History Conference, and more. In this role, you will primarily:
- Introduce visitors and program participants to the DC History Center's mission and encourage engagement with our programs, library and collections, exhibits, and publications
- Orient visitors to exhibit content
- Monitor public use of exhibit spaces
- Staff the register in the retail space
- Staff DC History Center presence at public events
- Assist with conference session monitoring, wayfinding, registration
- Additional duties as assigned by the Visitor Services Coordinator or Senior Visitor Services Manager
Recurring Available ShiftsThis position will begin the weekend of January 18, 2025.
- Thursday 11:30-7:30, 2 shifts @4 hours minimum, may be filled by the same person
- Friday 11:30-7:30, 2 shifts @4 hours minimum, may be filled by the same person
- Saturday 11:30-6:30 2 shifts @4 hours minimum, may be filled by the same person
- Sunday 11:30-6:30 2 shifts @4 hours minimum, may be filled by the same person
Additional Variable Scheduling Opportunities
- Mutually agreed upon evening and weekend hours to support all-staff programs and public events outside of consistent exhibit hours
As the Visitor Services Assistant(s), you will develop administrative and customer service skills while sharing an appreciation for local DC history and culture. Join us!Standard Position Description The student will assist with administrative and logistical operations in a Museum or Gallery. asks may include: preparation of exhibit installations, assisting with preliminary research for exhibitions, assist in editing and formatting documents, general maintenance of exhibit space, welcoming guest and explaining exhibits, and office administrative functions. Special projects or other duties may be assigned related to specific departmental needs.Professional Outcomes Communication, Teamwork, Professionalism Required Qualifications This is an entry level position, little to no experience required, all training will be provided.Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrated customer service experience
- Interest in the fields of museum studies
- Enthusiasm about learning and sharing local DC history
Posting Detail Information Job Open Date 11/08/2024 Job Close Date 12/15/2024 Campus Location Off-Campus FWS Partner Work Type Designation In-Person Report to Manager Name Karen Harris Hiring Manager Name Betsy Bates Special Instructions SummaryEEO Statement The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.Background Check The student employee will: Off-Campus FWS position or a position with an external community partner - May or may not require a background check or work clearances external to GW.