Employment

Visitor Guide
Position Type: Seasonal; Part-Time, and Full-Time 
Position Location: On-site (Shelburne Museum, Shelburne, VT) 
Department: Education 
Salary: $15.50 per hour/ 14-38 hours per week 
Reports to: Manager of Guides, Group Tours, and Volunteers 

We are looking for enthusiastic, curious, dedicated, and flexible Visitor Guides to join our seasonal team of public ambassadors. 

The Visitor Guide role is an opportunity to combine your people skills with your interest in history, art, and related fields in a varied and beautiful environment. Visitor Guides at Shelburne Museum are a dedicated and friendly group of co-workers who play a critical role in orienting our diverse visitors, making them feel welcome at the museum, and helping them engage with the Museum’s exhibits and collections. Ideal candidates will have excellent communication skills, friendly and approachable demeanors, and the ability to adapt their presentation styles to suit different audiences, ranging from children to adults. 

Responsibilities: 

• Commit to working at least three (3) days per week for the duration of the 2026 Visitor season (May 9 – October 25, 2026).  
• Check in and out promptly for daily shifts and breaks: 9:45 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., with 45 minutes for lunch and a 15-minute break. 
• Visitor Guides are expected to work at least one weekend day per week and some holidays. 
• Attend 3-5 days of paid training in early May (dates TBA) and periodic paid training sessions held during the public season. 
• Greet visitors upon arrival in the building where you are working, making them feel welcome and offering a very brief orientation of what the building displays. 
• Let visitors know that you are available to provide information and answer questions should they want to learn more; assess visitors’ level of interest and respond accordingly. 
• Communicate proactively with relevant staff members to ensure the comfort and safety of all visitors and objects.  
   

Qualifications and Desired Skills: 

• Equivalent of two or more years of college is preferred but not required. 
• At least two years of experience working with the public is highly desirable. 
• Experience with customer service and communication skills is highly desirable. 
• Prior work as an educator and/or prior experience in a museum or related organization will be considered assets. 
• Understanding of teamwork reflected in flexibility, commitment, and reliability.  
• Desire to learn about the museum’s diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion (DEAI) initiatives through periodic paid training and workshops. 
• Comfort working independently at times as well as cooperatively with supervisors, fellow guides, and staff from across the museum. 
• Enthusiasm for making the museum welcoming and inclusive for visitors of all ages and backgrounds, including children. 
• Some locations on campus have stairs and involve walking and/or standing. Please see Access Statement below; reasonable accommodation will be provided. 

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 Bailey Moody, Human Resources, at 802-985-0881 or email HR@shelburnemuseum.org.  

Shuttle Driver 
Position Type: Seasonal; Part-Time
Position Location: On-site (Shelburne Museum, Shelburne, VT) 
Department: Education 
Salary: $15.50 per hour/ 14-38 hours per week 
Reports to: Manager of Guides, Group Tours, and Volunteers  

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.    

Requirements: 
The equivalent of two or more years of college, preferred; Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is highly desirable, but not required.  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 including at least one weekend day. 

Compensation and Benefits: 
$15.50/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. 

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 Resume, to hr@shelburnemuseum.org.

Lead Art Handler/Assistant Preparator 
Position Type: Year-round, Full-time, Staff position 
Department: Collections 
Reports to: Preparator 
Salary range: $23-$24/hour 

Responsible for the packing, movement, and transportation of museum objects for exhibitions, loans, conservation, and special projects. Responsible for the maintenance and cleaning of objects on exhibit and in storage.  Manage weekly calendar for task requests and complete data entry for object location updates. Assist with exhibition installations, object inventories, and organization of objects in storage.    

Essential Job Functions:  

• Manage weekly calendar of requests for object moves and other special requests. 
• Prepare and pack/unpack objects for movement throughout the museum campus and for truck shipments. 
• Pick up and deliver objects throughout museum campus using department vehicle. 
• Maintain and clean collections in exhibition and storage spaces. 
• Ensure the safety and security of objects in exhibition and storage spaces. 
• Assist with installations and de-installations of permanent and temporary exhibitions, including fabricating and installing labels and signage, and some exhibition furniture, and assisting with framing. 
• Assist with inventories of collections and tracking object movement. 
• Enter object locations into the collections management system for all objects moved. 
• Assist with handling art for special projects such as photo shoots, filming, research, and in storage. 
• Assist with truck shipments and travel for local courier trips. 
• Perform other duties as assigned to accomplish the museum’s goals. 

Supervisory Responsibility: none 
Education and Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred or a HS diploma with 2+ years of practical training and experience. 
• Previous experience in packing and handling art and antiques, preferably in a museum setting. 

Qualifications: 

• Ability to work as part of a team with strong communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Ability to lift and coordinate large object movement with others. 
• Flexible with the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment. 
• Knowledge of safe art handling procedures and good manual dexterity. 
• Knowledge of safe cleaning practices for works of art. 
• Ability to use Microsoft Office applications, detail-oriented, and able to complete data entry accurately. 
• Knowledge of and ability to use woodworking and framing hand tools. 
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., use ladders and climb up to 15 feet. 
• Must have current driver’s license and clean driving record. 
• Ability to focus on activities and pay attention to surroundings. 

Compensation and Benefits: 
Shelburne Museum offers a generous benefits package including: 

• 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.  

Terms: The Art Handler is a full-time, benefited, hourly, non-exempt, employment-at-will position.  

To apply:  

To apply, please email our Human Resources department, HR@shelburnemuseum.org, and provide a Cover Letter and an updated Resume (pdf format preferred).  For further information, please 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 considers 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. 

Summer Education Program: Lead Educator
Position Type: Seasonal
Position Location: On-site (Shelburne Museum, Shelburne, VT)
Department: Education
Salary: $22 per hour/ 32.5 hours per week
Reports to: School and Youth Programs Educator

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 Round Barn, General Store, Carousel, and the 220-foot sidewheel steamboat Ticonderoga. Visitors enjoy strolling the beautifully landscaped grounds, featuring 20 gardens. The Pizzagalli Center for Art and Education features changing exhibitions and permanent collection galleries feature important paintings by Andrew Wyeth, Winslow Homer, Grandma Moses, John Singleton Copley, Claude Monet, Edouard Manet, Mary Cassatt, and many more.

Position Description:

In this fast-paced, hands-on position, the successful candidate will work primarily as a lead summer camp educator under the direction of the School and Youth Programs Educator and will oversee three Summer Program Assistants. Our visual art-focused summer camps provide weekly programs for children ages 4-12. Each camp day will consist of creative and engaging art-making activities, museum exploration, outdoor play, and games.

Key Functions and Demands:

• The position runs from Wednesday, June 24, 2026, through Friday, August 14, 2026. This commitment will include three days of pre-camp training and preparation, and 6 weeks of camp programs. There will be no camp or training July 20 to 24. Additional planning time may also be scheduled before the start of camp.
• Applicants should expect a high degree of responsibility, necessitating committing to this role for the entire duration of this program, including training and preparation.
• The daily staff schedule is 8:30am-3:30pm, Monday-Friday, with a 30-minute unpaid lunch.
• With support from the School and Youth Programs Educator, the Lead Summer Program Educator will collaborate in planning camp programs for children ages 4-12.
• Oversee daily camp operations, including creating daily schedules for campers and program assistants, activity planning, managing group and individual behavior, and the completion of camp duties including daily prep, cleaning, and tidying up with support from the program assistants.
• Maintain a functional and welcoming creative space for campers by organizing material storage and distribution in an efficient way.
• Be responsible for monitoring email communications from camp families during the camp day. Communicate with camper caregivers as necessary in a professional manner.
• Work as a member of a cohesive team to ensure we provide the best camp experience possible.
• The Lead Summer Program Educator may also be offered other Education Department work opportunities, such as assisting with occasional weekend and evening family and public programs.  
• Summer programming will take place in multi-level sites with stairs and outdoors across museum grounds. Some work locations are not climate controlled, so temperatures will vary based on the weather.

Education:

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Art Education, Elementary Education, or Secondary Education is required.  
• A current Vermont (or other state) educator license is preferred.

Qualifications and Experience:

• 18 years of age or older.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from Shelburne Museum.
• Prior experience working directly with children in visual arts education in academic, recreational, or other learning environments, such as schools, camps, museums, etc.
• Comfort/experience supervising the work of colleagues.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Comfortable communicating with parents/guardians of campers.
• Ability to work productively as part of a team.
• Love of the visual arts; ability to model enthusiasm in both creating and viewing artworks.
• Flexibility, the ability to think on your feet to keep children engaged, the ability to successfully juggle multiple responsibilities, and a proactive approach to anticipating and addressing camper and program needs.
• An understanding of the social-emotional needs of children in a post-pandemic world.
• Ability to pass a background check.

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 Bailey Moody (Bmoody@shelburnemuseum.org or 802-985-0881).

Application Process:
Experienced Visual Arts educators and licensed teachers are strongly encouraged to apply. To apply, please send a brief cover letter highlighting your interest in the position and relevant experience/qualifications, resume, and the names and contact information or two academic or professional references to HR@Shelburnemuseum.org.

Candidates interested in spring employment may also apply to be a Passport to Learning Educator. Please find more details for Passport to Learning Educators on our websitehttps://shelburnemuseum.org/about/employment/. If you would like to apply for multiple positions, please indicate this in your cover letter.

We will begin reviewing applications on February 2nd 2026, and continue until this position is filled by a qualified candidate.

Summer Education Program Assistant
Position Type: Seasonal
Position Location: On-site (Shelburne Museum, Shelburne, VT)
Department: Education
Salary: $18.00 per hour/ 32.5 hours per week
Reports to: School and Youth Programs Educator

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 Round Barn, General Store, Carousel, and the 220-foot sidewheel steamboat Ticonderoga. Visitors enjoy strolling the beautifully landscaped grounds, featuring 20 gardens. The Pizzagalli Center for Art and Education features changing exhibitions and permanent collection galleries feature important paintings by Andrew Wyeth, Winslow Homer, Grandma Moses, John Singleton Copley, Claude Monet, Edouard Manet, Mary Cassatt, and many more.

Position Description:

In this fast-paced, hands-on position, successful candidates will work primarily as summer camp educators under the direction of the Lead Summer Program Educator and School and Youth Programs Educator. Our visual art-focused summer camps provide weekly programs for children ages 4-12. Each camp day will consist of creative and engaging art-making activities, museum exploration, outdoor play, and games.

Key Functions and Demands:

• The position runs from Wednesday, June 24, 2026, through Friday, August 14, 2026. This commitment will include three days of pre-camp training and preparation, and 6 weeks of camp programs. There will be no camp or training July 20 to 24.
• Applicants should expect a high degree of responsibility, necessitating committing to this role for the entire duration of this program, including training.
• The daily staff schedule is 8:30am-3:30pm, Monday-Friday, with a 30-minute unpaid lunch.
• With support from the Education department leaders and Lead Summer Program Educator,Program Assistants will assist in planning and leading camp programs and in managing group and individual behavior.
• Assist with the completion of camp duties including daily prep, cleaning, and tidying up.
• Communicate with camp parents and guardians as necessary in a professional manner.
• Work as a member of a cohesive team to ensure we provide the best camp experience possible.
• Program Assistants may also be offered other Education Department work opportunities, such as assisting with occasional weekend and evening family and public programs.  
• Summer programming will take place in multi-level sites with stairs and outdoors across Museum grounds. Some work locations are not climate controlled, so temperatures will vary based on the weather

Education:

• A minimum of a high school diploma and some college coursework in Education, Museum Studies, Studio Art, Art History, or a related field is required.

Qualifications and Experience:

• 18 years of age or older.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from Shelburne Museum.
• Prior experience working directly with children in recreational, academic, or other learning environments, such as schools, camps, museums, childcare centers, etc.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Comfortable communicating with parents/guardians of campers.
• Ability to work productively as part of a team.
• Experience instructions children in art/craft activities is highly desirable.
• Comfortable working with children ranging in age from 4 to 12.
• Love of the visual arts; ability to model enthusiasm in both creating and viewing artworks.
• Flexibility, the ability to think on your feet to keep children engaged, the ability to successfully juggle multiple responsibilities, and a proactive approach to anticipating and addressing camper and program needs.
• A willingness to learn about and understand the social-emotional needs of children in a post-pandemic world.
• Ability to pass a background check.

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 Bailey Moody (Bmoody@shelburnemuseum.org or 802-985-0881).

Application Process:
College students pursuing a degree in K-12 education and recent college graduates with experience in K-12 education are strongly encouraged to apply. To apply, please send a brief cover letter highlighting your interest in the position and relevant experience/qualifications, resume, and the names and contact information of two academic or professional references to HR@Shelburnemuseum.org.

Candidates interested in spring employment may also apply to be a Passport to Learning Educator. Please find more details for Passport to Learning Educators on our website. https://shelburnemuseum.org/about/employment/. If you would like to apply for multiple positions, please indicate this in your cover letter.

We will begin reviewing applications on February 2nd 2026, and continue until all positions are filled by qualified candidates.

Passport to Learning – Museum School Program Educator
Position Type: Seasonal, Part-Time
Position Location: On-site (Shelburne Museum, Shelburne, VT)
Department: Education
Salary: $18.00 per hour/16-20 hours per week
Reports to: School and Youth Programs Educator

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 Round Barn, General Store, Carousel, and the 220-foot sidewheel steamboat Ticonderoga. Visitors enjoy strolling the beautifully landscaped grounds, featuring 20 gardens. The Pizzagalli Center for Art and Education features changing exhibitions and permanent collection galleries feature important paintings by Andrew Wyeth, Winslow Homer, Grandma Moses, John Singleton Copley, Claude Monet, Edouard Manet, Mary Cassatt, and many more.

Position Description:

Passport to Learning (PTL) educators teach 20–30-minute workshops on topics and themes in social studies, art, language arts, and science to students in grades K-8 who visit Shelburne Museum on school field trips.

Key Functions and Demands:

• This program runs daily Tuesday-Friday from Thursday, May 14 through Friday, June 12, 2026.
• Educators will be required to participate in on-site training on Tuesday, May 12 and Wednesday, May 13.
• Standard shifts are from 8:30am-2:00pm, Tuesday-Friday, with a 30-minute unpaid lunch. Availability four days a week is preferred. Please note that the daily hours may shift slightly based on the arrival/departure times of participating school groups.
• Duties include facilitating hands-on activities for students in grades K-8 and leading discussions and demonstrations in a fast-paced, energetic environment. Educators will also be responsible for setting up and cleaning up spaces.  
• Educators will also be expected to provide customer service information for general museum visitors when necessary.
• Passport to Learning programming will take place in multi-level sites with stairs and outdoors across museum grounds. Most work locations are not climate controlled, so temperatures will vary based on the weather.

Education and Experience:

• A minimum of a high school diploma and some college coursework in Education, Museum Studies, Studio Art, Art History, History or a related field is required.
• An associate or bachelor’s degree in Education, Museum Studies, Studio Art, Art History, History, or a related field is desirable.
• Prior experience working with children in academic or learning environments such as schools, summer camps, museums, childcare centers, etc. is required.

Qualifications:

• 18 years of age or older.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from Shelburne Museum.
• Strong verbal communication skills. Comfortable communicating with students in grades K-8, teachers, parent chaperones, and Shelburne Museum guides.
• Flexibility, the ability to think on your feet to keep children engaged, and the ability to successfully juggle multiple responsibilities.
• Ability to work independently as well as cooperatively with supervisors, fellow PTL educators, other members of the Education Department and with staff from across the museum.
• Ability to pass a background check.

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 Bailey Moody(Bmoody@shelburnemuseum.org or 802-985-0881).

Application Process:
Retired teachers/educators and recent or soon-to-be college graduates with experience in K-12 education are strongly encouraged to apply. To apply, please send a brief cover letter highlighting your interest in the position and relevant experience/qualifications, resume, and the names and contact information of two academic or professional references to HR@Shelburnemuseum.org.

Candidates interested in extending their experience through the summer months may also apply to work in our summer camp program or as a Museum Guide. Please find more details about these available positions on our website https://shelburnemuseum.org/about/employment/. If you would like to apply for multiple positions, please indicate this in your cover letter.

We will begin reviewing applications on February 2nd 2026, and continue until all positions are filled by qualified candidates.

2026 Summer Conservation Internship – Graduate Level

Shelburne Museum, Shelburne, VT is offering a paid 10 week summer work project for a student currently enrolled in a conservation graduate program with an interest in textile conservation and/or objects conservation.  The intern will undertake projects related to preparing hooked rugs for exhibition, cleaning one of the painted canvas panels with painted wood frames from the Museum’s 1902 Dentzel carousel, participate in a variety of preventive conservation projects related to integrated pest management and environmental data collection and analysis, and contribute to a growing reference collection of hair and plant fiber microscope images.

Shelburne Museum, located outside of Burlington, Vermont and nestled between the Green and Adirondack Mountains, displays its collection within 39 historic vernacular buildings and purpose-built structures on 40 landscaped acres. The intern will join a team of three conservators in the conservation lab: an objects conservator who also serves as the department director, a textile conservator, and a preventive conservator. More information about Shelburne Museum’s conservation lab can be found here: https://www.conservation-wiki.com/wiki/Shelburne_Museum_Conservation_Lab

The intern will be paid a stipend of $8,000 and an onboarding allowance of $6,000 to help defray the costs of housing and transportation. It is strongly recommended that the intern have their own vehicle as options for public transportation, while available, are extremely limited.

The internship would commence in June 2026, but the actual start and end dates are negotiable.

Interested individuals should send a cover letter, CV, and contact information for 3 references (a maximum of 2 from academia)  to Nancie Ravenel at nravenel@shelburnemuseum.org by February 15, 2026. Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.

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.

Preservation Carpenter
Position Type: Full-Time, Hourly
Department: Preservation and Landscape
Reports to: Director of Preservation and Facilities
Salary Range: $26.00–$35.00 DOE

The Preservation Carpenter will perform skilled tasks to support the conservation and repair of Shelburne Museum’s 40 historic buildings, many of which date back to the 18th and 19th centuries. Reporting to the Director of Preservation and Facilities, the successful candidate will primarily focus on preservation carpentry, with occasional involvement in special projects and a variety of semi-skilled tasks.

Essential Job Functions:

• Perform a wide range of carpentry tasks, including framing, finish work, and the installation of elements such as sills, posts, beams, rafters, doors, windows, floors, staircases, interior and exterior trim, roofing, and more.
• Assess deteriorated wooden components and assist in developing restoration or repair plans.
• Install and repair wooden elements on both historic and non-historic structures, employing modern and traditional techniques.
• Assist with sourcing and researching materials, products, and contractors appropriate for historic preservation projects.
• Safely use ladders, scaffolding, and other equipment as required.
• Work in both indoor and outdoor environments.
• Adhere to building codes, regulations, and best practices.
• Assist in documenting historic buildings through hand-measured drawings.
• Collaborate effectively in a team environment and adapt to changing tasks and schedules.
• Repair of any type of building material such as, but not limited to walls, floors, roofs and foundations.
• Construct gallery cases and shop-based projects.
• Assist with the opening and closing of exhibit spaces and buildings, as well as manual tasks like snow removal, tent setup for special events, and installation or deinstallation of air conditioners.
• Respond to maintenance requests from all departments and prioritize carpentry tasks to ensure completion.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  

Supervisory Responsibility:
Supervise museum volunteers in the Preservation and Landscape department as needed.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in preservation trades is preferred, but a strong appreciation for historic preservation is essential.
• Knowledge of traditional construction methods and historic finish carpentry practices is required.
• Experience with historic timber framing is preferred.
• Familiarity with framing repairs using period joinery, wood roofing, and other historic trades (e.g., masonry, plastering, metalworking, slate work) is a plus.
• Knowledge of the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties is preferred, as all work on historic structures is guided by these standards.
• Capable of identifying plumbing, electrical, and carpentry issues and directing them to the appropriate tradesperson.
• A valid driver’s license with a clean driving record is required.
• Skilled in use of carpentry equipment with strong adherence to safety and security guidelines.
• Creative, detail-oriented, versatile, and able to work collaboratively across departments.
• Experience working carefully in historic and gallery spaces.
• AutoCAD experience is a plus.
• Completion of pulmonary function and respirator fit tests required.

Physical Requirements:

Hours: 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM Monday – Friday

Terms:
The Preservation Carpenter is a full-time, full-benefits, hourly, non-exempt, employment-at-will position.

Compensation and Benefits:

Full Museum benefits package including health, dental and generous paid time off. 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.

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.

Director of Preservation and Facilities
Position Type: Year-round, Full-time, Management position
Department: Preservation
Reports to: Museum Director
Salary range:$75,000-$100,000 DOE

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.