Employment

Director of Preservation and Facilities
Position Type: Year-round, Full-time, Management position
Department: Preservation
Reports to: Museum Director
Salary range: $70,000-$90,000

The Director of Preservation and Facilities plays a vital leadership role in the long-term stewardship and conservation of Shelburne Museum’s historic buildings, collections, and physical assets. This position is responsible for developing and implementing strategic plans, coordinating historic preservation and maintenance projects, and ensuring all work aligns with museum goals and historic preservation standards. The role requires collaboration across departments, with project teams, external contractors, regulatory bodies, and funding partners. Shelburne Museum stewards 40 structures over a 45-acre campus, all requiring ongoing maintenance and preservation.

Essential Job Functions:

• Develop and execute preservation plans for historic buildings, grounds, and physical assets in alignment with the organization’s mission and strategic goals.
• Assess the condition of structures and assets, to determine immediate and long-term preservation and maintenance needs.
• Manage all museum building and structure projects, including planning, bidding, contractor oversight, and documentation.
• Actively participate in and perform preservation work, including hands-on restoration and maintenance of historic structures and building systems.
• Prepare construction documents, solicit bids, oversee execution, and ensure timely and accurate project billing and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with historical regulations and processes, integrating best practice for historical preservation and restoration.
• Partner with the Development Department to assist with grant writing process and procurement of funding from various sources to support preservation projects and goals.
• Provide expertise and guidance on architectural preservation techniques, materials and methodologies to internal teams and external partners.
• Document preservation efforts, including assessments, plans, project progress and outcomes.
• Oversee and manage a team of buildings and museum services employees and volunteers.
• Generate, implement, and track fiscal budgets that take into account ongoing costs as well as grant initiatives and capital expenditures.  

Supervisory Responsibility:
Directly supervises the following year-round staff: Museum Services team (3 employees), Buildings staff (5 employees), and the Systems Maintenance Technician (1 employee). Also responsible for overseeing seasonal staff and volunteers.

Education and Experience:
An advanced degree in historic preservation, architecture, history, or a related field is highly preferred; however, candidates with a bachelor’s degree and relevant experience will also be considered.

Physical Requirements:
This position requires the ability to work in both indoor and outdoor environments, often in varying and sometimes inclement weather conditions. The Director of Preservation & Facilities must be capable of walking across the 45-acre campus, accessing historic structures that may have uneven flooring, narrow staircases, and limited accessibility. The position requires the ability to lift materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications:

• Strong team leadership and management skills, with experience supervising a multi-disciplinary team.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities, with experience collaborating across departments and with external partners.
• Demonstrated passion for and commitment to preserving historical buildings and assets.
• Hands-on experience in building restoration and construction practices.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Comfortable with public speaking and presenting preservation work to stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant tools or software.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance & AD&D and Short/Long-Term Disability.
• Combined time off up to 160 hours per year, 8 hours for your birthday, and 8 hours for community service leave.
• Employees may contribute to the Museum’s Retirement plan, effective 1st of the month following their start date. After one year of service employees are eligible for a 2% Match and 3% Safe Harbor contribution, paid for by the Museum.
• Other benefits include free Museum access for immediate family members and an employee discount at the Museum store and café.

To apply:
Please email our Human Resources department at HR@shelburnemuseum.org and provide a Cover Letter and an updated Resume (PDF format preferred). For more information, visit our careers page: https://shelburnemuseum.org/about/employment/. Please note that any offer of employment is contingent upon a clear background check.

Shelburne Museum is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. If you’d like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the EEO brochure to view your rights.

Development Assistant
Position Type: Year-round, Full-time, Staff Position
Salary: $20 – $23/hour
Department: Development
Reports To: Director of Development

As the largest art and history museum in northern New England, Shelburne Museum is a vibrant cultural institution committed to innovation, education, and community engagement. We are seeking a highlyorganized and proactive Development Assistant to join our growing Development team. This role plays a vital part in supporting day-to-day departmental operations, with responsibilities spanning administrative support, membership fulfillment, event support, and donor communications.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Administrative & Financial Support

• Prepare and process monthly expense reports and credit card reconciliations
• Assist with drafting, monitoring, and reporting on departmental budget, including monthly reconciliations and variance reporting
• Maintain accurate calendars for grant proposals, grant and stewardship reports, and overall department calendar
• Organize and maintain departmental filing systems (both physical and digital) and oversee the department supply closet, including inventory and restocking of event supplies.
• Provide administrative support to board-level Development Committees, including schedulingmeetings, preparing materials, and recording minutes
• Schedule meetings and help manage calendars for the Director of Development and Associate Director of Development
• Coordinate travel arrangements for department staff
• Greet visitors to the Development Office and Administration building, and support general office operations
• Manage incoming, outgoing, and returned departmental mail, and serve as a backup for museum mail pickup and distribution

Membership Fulfillment

• Process museum memberships, including associated data entry
• Produce and mail membership packets and cards
• Assist with membership renewals and support related outreach efforts
• Fulfill donation pass requests in coordination with the Development Coordinator
• Supervise volunteers as needed

Donor Relations & Communications

• Draft and send acknowledgment letters for major gifts
• Enter call reports and notes into the donor database for Director of Development and other senior staff
• Working with Development Coordinator, maintain and update donor database, contact lists, and generate reports for use across departments
• Coordinate donor visits, including scheduling, hospitality, and on-site logistics

Event Support & Coordination

• Working with other Development staff, manage key elements of event planning, preparation, and execution
• Participate in physical setup and breakdown of events, including logistics and on-site coordination
• Assist with event-related communications, such as invitations, RSVPs, and mailings
• Collaborate with staff across departments to support museum-wide initiatives and public events

General Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
• 2-5 years of administrative experience
• Excellent organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to work independently and proactively
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), Adobe Acrobat,and Zoom
• Experience with CRMs or donor databases (Raiser’s Edge preferred)
• Familiarity with budgeting and financial tracking
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and integrity
• Ability to safeguard confidential information
• Comfort managing different priorities and personalities
• Experience with event coordination and hospitality (preferred)
• Collaborative team player with a flexible, positive attitude
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as required for events and museum activities

Physical Requirements:

• Able to stand for extended periods and work at a computer for long durations
• Comfortable walking up and down stairs multiple times daily
• Able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds
• Able to actively participate in physical aspects of event setup and breakdown

To apply:
Please email our Human Resources department at HR@shelburnemuseum.org and provide a Cover Letter and Resume (PDF format preferred). For more information, visit our careers page: https://shelburnemuseum.org/about/employment/. Please note that any offer of employment is contingent upon a clear background check.

Shelburne Museum is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. If you’d like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the EEO brochure to view your rights.

Museum Store Sales Associate
Position Type: Part Time, Seasonal, Hourly
Department: Museum Store
Reports To: Visitor Services & Museum Store Manager
Pay Range: $15.35/hour

Museum Store Sales associates are expected to be helpful and knowledgeable about the store merchandise as well as the Museum including the Museum’s collection, special events and exhibits.

• Support the store, visitor services, admissions, and operation of the carousel
• Greet and assist customers in a friendly manner
• Operate computerized cash registers
• Restock and clean the store daily
• Operate the Museum’s carousel while upholding strict safety regulations

Experience and Skills:
Positive and friendly attitude, previous experience working with public necessary and experience with computerized registers along with cash handling preferred. Must be able to vacuum and do light maintenance.

Working Conditions:
Applicants must be able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time.

Schedule Requirements:
The season is May – October 2025, with the possibility to extend through January 1st, 2026 for Winter Lights. Must be available at least two days a week and have a flexible schedule. Weekends and holidays a must. Hours may vary due to visitor attendance.

Compensation:
$15.35/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.

Seasonal Shuttle Driver – 2025 Season
Position Type: Seasonal/ Part-time
Department: Education
Salary: $15.35/hour
Season Dates: June – October 2025

The Museum’s 45-acre campus is comprised of 39 buildings, 25 of which are historic and were relocated to the Museum. Among the most beloved attractions on the campus are the Shaker design Round Barn, a General Store, a carousel, and the 220-foot sidewheel steamboat Ticonderoga. Visitors enjoy strolling the beautifully landscaped grounds with 22 gardens. The Pizzagalli Center for Art and Education features changing exhibitions and Webb Gallery features important American paintings by Andrew Wyeth, Winslow Homer, Grandma Moses, John Singleton Copley, and many more.

Position Description:

Shuttle drivers operate our shuttle buses and provide basic daily maintenance. They represent the Shelburne Museum as staff ambassadors and belong to a community of learners dedicated to sharing their enthusiasm and appreciation for art, history, and culture. Shuttle drivers (1) facilitate transportation to our visitors on the Museum (2) greet and orient visitors to the Museum grounds along their route, (3) operate vehicle with acute attention to safety, (4) assist visitors boarding and exiting the shuttle as needed. The shuttle runs in all kinds of weather, during daily Museum hours, and occasional evenings for special hours and/or events.

Education/Licenses:

The equivalent of two or more years of college, preferred; Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is highly desirable, but not required.

Qualifications and Experience:

• 18 years of age or older.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from Shelburne Museum.
• Applicants should enjoy working with the public and have an interest in history, art, and culture.
• Experience with customer service and/or working with children is desirable.
• Clean driving record required.
• Must be available minimum of two days a week.

Access Statement:

Shelburne Museum is committed to enhancing accessibility and inclusion for our employees and visitors. We will take steps to ensure that reasonable accommodation is provided to perform essential duties. If reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, please contact 802-985-0881 or Bmoody@shelburnemuseum.org.

To Apply:

To apply, please visit our careers page, https://shelburnemuseum.org/about/employment/, to download the Employment Application. We request that a completed Employment Application be sent, along with a Cover Letter and Resume, to hr@shelburnemuseum.org.