About
Shelburne Museum is one of the best places to work in Vermont. Benefits include access to Museum exhibits and programs, discounts at the Museum Store and Café, and participation in the employee reciprocal program with many regional attractions. Our beautiful campus, just seven miles from Burlington, is a welcoming place to develop your skills, connect with new colleagues, and build and shape our community. Shelburne Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering diversity within the museum field.
Current openings are listed below. Applicants may apply online by completing the Employment Application and attaching it, along with a cover letter and resume, to an e-mail (pdf format preferred). Please send applications to:
Human Resources
Shelburne Museum
P.O. Box 10
Shelburne, VT 05482
HR@shelburnemuseum.org
Some positions may request additional information. Final approval for hiring will be dependent upon a successful 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.
If you are interested in volunteering at Shelburne Museum please click here.
Assistant/Associate Director of Development
Position Type: Year-round, Full-time, Staff Position
Salary: $60,000-$75,000/Year
Department: Development
Reports to: Director of Development
Duties & Responsibilities:
Shelburne Museum seeks an Assistant/Associate Director of Development to grow and sustain a robust fundraising operation for the largest art and history museum in northern New England. The Assistant/Associate Director of Development will provide direct support to the Director of Development in achieving fundraising and development goals across the institution. This includes planning and executing Annual Fund campaigns, cultivating a portfolio of major gift prospects, providing support for other fundraising campaigns including a capital campaign and planned giving program, and overseeing membership and fundraising events programs.
A successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, be familiar with database management and digital outreach platforms to achieve the following outcomes:
Qualifications:
Compensation and Benefits:
Shelburne Museum offers a generous benefits package including:
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.
How 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.
Job Type: Year-round, Full-time, Non-Exempt
Department: Landscape and Grounds
Reports to: Landscape and Ground Manager
Salary Range: $17.00-$22.00 per hour, DOE
The Groundskeeper is responsible for general maintenance of Shelburne Museum’s landscapes on the main campus, founders’ estate the Brick House, Cole house, Norton and Employees offices. The ideal candidate has the desire to work in a collaborative environment, is professional and courteous to others. Has good communication skills and has a positive attitude.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Working Conditions:
Compensation and Benefits:
Shelburne Museum offers a generous benefits package including:
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.
How 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.
Department: Buildings
Reports to: Museum Services Manager
Salary range: $15.75 – $18.00 DOE
The Museum Services group is responsible for the upkeep and presentation of the Museum’s public spaces and offices. This is an active, dynamic position that interacts with all departments and positively impacts the visitor experience at the Museum. Duties include, but are not limited to:
Experience and Skills:
Candidates must be 18 years or older and able to drive a golf cart. A Vermont driver’s license is required.
Working Conditions:
The ability to lift and carry 40 pounds and must be able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time. Experience in similar capacity preferred, but willing to train candidates who show genuine interest in maintaining historic structures and caring for the Museum during our busy season.
Schedule Requirements:
The season is April – October 2024. Must be available at least three days a week and have a flexible schedule. Weekends and holidays are required.
Compensation:
$15.75/hour to $18.00/hour based on experience. 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.
Benefits:
Hours per week: 20-29
Pay Frequency: Bi weekly or Twice monthly
Job Types: Part-time, Temporary
Schedule:
Position Type: Part Time, Seasonal, Hourly
Department: Museum Store
Reports To: Visitor Services & Museum Store Manager
Pay Range: $15/hr
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.
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 April – October 2024, with the possibility to extend through January 1st, 2025. 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:
$15.00/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 attractions.
Passport to Learning – Museum School Program Educator
Position Type: Seasonal, Part-Time
Position Location: On-site (Shelburne Museum, Shelburne, VT)
Department: Education
Salary: $18 per hour/27.5 hours per week
Reports to: School and Youth Programs Educator
Position Description:
Passport to Learning (PTL) educators teach 20–30-minute workshops on topics and themes in art, language arts, math, social studies, and science to students in grades K-8 who visit the Museum on school field trips.
Key Functions and Demands:
Education and Experience:
Qualifications:
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 (HR) at 802-985-0881
Application Process:
Retired teachers 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 to highlight your interest in the position, relevant experience and qualifications, resume and two academic or professional references to HR@shelburnemuseum.org.
Candidates interested in extending their experience through the summer months may also apply to be an Education Program Summer Assistant. Please find more details for Education Program Summer Assistant on our website here. If you would like to apply for both positions, please indicate this in your cover letter.
We will begin reviewing applications on February 1, 2024, and continue until all positions are filled by qualified candidates.
Job Type: Seasonal (April-October)
Department: Landscape and Grounds
Hours: 32-40 Hours/Week
Salary Range: $18.00/hour
Seasonal Gardener is responsible for a wide range of gardens both on the Museum’s campus and the Brick House property in Shelburne, VT. Ultimately, ensuring the gardens and green spaces are healthy and beautiful.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Working Conditions:
Compensation and Benefits:
$18.00 per hour; spectacular working environment; committed, friendly co-workers; discounts at the Museum Store and Café; guest passes to the museum and reciprocal benefits at regional museums and tourist attractions. Shelburne Museum staff t-shirts and UPF long sleeves provided. This position does not offer medical or dental insurance.
How 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.
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.
Job Type: Seasonal (April-November), Part Time or Full Time
Department: Landscape and Grounds
Reports to: Landscape and Ground Manager
Salary Range: $17.00-$20.00 per hour, DOE
The Groundskeeper is responsible for general maintenance of Shelburne Museum’s landscapes on the main campus, founders’ estate the Brick House, Cole house, Norton and Employees offices. The ideal candidate has the desire to work in a collaborative environment, is professional and courteous to others. Has good communication skills and has a positive attitude.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Working Conditions:
Compensation and Benefits:
Spectacular working environment; committed, friendly co-workers; discounts at the Museum Store and Café; guest passes to the museum and reciprocal benefits at regional museums and tourist attractions. Shelburne Museum staff t-shirts and UPF long sleeves provided. This position does not offer medical or dental insurance or paid time off.
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.
How 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.
Position Type: Seasonal, Part-Time, and Full-Time
Position Location: On-site (Shelburne Museum, Shelburne, VT)
Department: Education
Salary: $15.00 per hour/ 22-38 hours per week
Reports to: Manager of Guides, Group Tours, and Volunteers
Visitor Guides represent Shelburne Museum as staff ambassadors. They belong to a large community of fellow learners dedicated to sharing their enthusiasm and appreciation for art, history, and culture with more than 100,000 visitors annually.
Qualifications and Skills:
Schedule Requirements
Compensation:
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.