Shelburne Museum

Shelburne Museum has full-time, year-round, part-time, and seasonal staff as well as paid and unpaid internships. Positions are posted on this page as they become available.

Benefits of employment at the Museum include competitive compensation; access to exceptional collections and exhibitions; working in a dynamic, creative, team-oriented environment; and contributing to one of Vermont’s major cultural and educational institutions.

To apply for listed positions; download job application and mail completed application as well as any additional requested materials to Human Resources,  Shelburne Museum, P.O. Box 10, Shelburne, VT 05482.  Official Shelburne Museum job applications are required for all positions. All materials should be mailed to the address listed. Emailed applications and materials will NOT be considered.

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Brick House Housekeeper
Part-time/Seasonal Position
April through October 2013

Description:
This position is responsible for making sure all rooms of the Brick House are clean, tidy, and welcoming.
Duties include, but are not limited to, sweeping, dusting, mopping, and vacuuming bedrooms, hallways, living rooms, dining areas, and porches.
–Cleaning and disinfecting bathtubs, showers, toilets, sinks, faucets, etc.Washing and ironing laundry.
–Assisting in ordering and maintaining cleaning and guest room supplies.
–Providing administrative support as needed.
–Weekend and evening hours may be required; especially during peak season (May – July), during Museum Board meetings, and when house is occupied
–Perform housekeeping work on the Museum’s campus as needed.

Qualifications: Possess high school diploma or equivalent. Have valid driver’s license. Detail oriented.  Must possess the necessary communication skills to interact with Brick House guests in a positive and polite manner. Needs to have an appreciation of the aesthetic presentation of the Brick House. Respect for guest privacy. Flexibility.

Experience:
Two years commercial/residential housekeeping experience preferred.

Compensation and Benefits:

$12.00/hour. Spectacular working environment, committed friendly co-workers, discount at the Museum Store and Café, passes to the museum to share with friends and family and reciprocal benefits at regional museums and tourist attractions.

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Housekeeper (s)
3 part-time, seasonal positions
20-25 hours per week May through October 2013

Description:
Vacuum buildings, clean woodwork and interior walls as assigned, and wash windows.  Clean all restrooms (daily), clean fixtures, mop floors, restock supplies.  Collect trash and recycling throughout the Museum (daily).  Perform other related tasks as assigned by supervisor.  Some after hours and weekend work may be required.  This seasonal,
20-25 hour per week housekeeping position runs from May through October.

Qualifications:
–Possess high school diploma or equivalent.
–Self Motivated
–Detail oriented
–Able to work cooperatively with others
–strong work ethic and willingness to learn.

Compensation and Benefits:
$10.50/hour. Spectacular working environment; friendly co-workers; discount at the Museum Store and Café; passes to the museum to share with friends and family; and reciprocal benefits at regional museums and attractions.

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Seasonal Grounds Keeper (s)
2 full-time, seasonal positions
April through October 2013

Description:
Responsible for lawn care and general maintenance of the Museum grounds and gardens. Operates a variety of grass cutting equipment. Assists with landscaping and clean-up of the Museum grounds including raking leaves, grass cuttings, and apples, etc. Assists in planting and maintenance of a wide range of gardens. Assists in the moving of artifacts, furniture and equipment. Experience preferred.

Requirements:
Must be 18 years or older and possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Must have a valid Vermont driver’s license. Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds and be able to do rigorous labor for extended periods. Two years of similar, satisfactory work experience.

Compensation and Benefits:
$11.25/hour.  Spectacular working environment; committed, friendly co-workers; discount at the Museum Store and Café; passes to the museum to share with friends and family; and reciprocal benefits at regional museums and attractions.

Shelburne Museum is a wonderful place to volunteer your time. If you have a few hours a week and would like to help support an important educational institution in your community, we encourage you to consider volunteering with us.

We are currently seeking volunteers interested in gardening, carpentry, helping out with family programs and special events, and assisting with administrative and office tasks.

Volunteers are integral to Shelburne Museum, and we offer great benefits, including free admission to the Museum with your Volunteer Badge, an annual recognition event, and more.

Please note that you must be age 16 or older to volunteer. For information please contact our Volunteer Office at volunteer@shelburnemuseum.org or (802) 985-3346 x 3305.