Part - Time DSC Museum Generalist

Title: Part - Time DSC Museum Generalist

State Role Title: Education Support Spec I

Hiring Range: $17.00/Hour

Pay Band: 2

Agency: The Science Museum of Virginia

Location: Danville Science Center

Agency Website: https://smv.org/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Danville Science Center is seeking a dynamic and energetic part-time Museum Generalist to be a vital part of our guest experience team.

In this exciting and multifaceted role, you will deliver high-quality customer service and represent our brand with enthusiasm. Responsibilities include engaging visitors through exhibit interpretation, assisting with hands-on STEM programs, outreach events, birthday parties, and special events. You will also provide guest services support, operate the Dome theater console, assist in the museum gift shop, help maintain the Butterfly Station, and take on other tasks aligned with the museum’s mission and strategic goals.

If you’re passionate about science, education, and creating memorable visitor experiences, we’d love to hear from you!

Please note that this is a part-time position and will be scheduled for 20-25 hours a week but no more than a maximum of 1500 hours in a 12-month period. No state benefits are provided. Interested candidates must apply at https://jobs.virginia.gov .

Minimum Qualifications

The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to implement STEM education in informal settings or possess equivalent training and experience. Strong customer service skills, excellent verbal and written communication abilities, and be proficient with Google Workspace, Microsoft Word, and Excel. Candidates must be self-starters capable of working independently with minimal supervision, as well as effectively engaging with individuals of all ages and backgrounds. The role requires confident and dynamic presentation skills in both one-on-one and group settings, with the ability to deliver content in an engaging and energetic manner. Extensive customer service experience and/or training, as well as experience in cash handling and/or retail sales. The candidate should possess strong organizational skills and the ability to accurately manage money and inventory with accountability. Must be able to work the weekend (Sunday shifts required), holidays and occasional evenings depending on museum programming and events.

Additional Considerations

Museum experience and an interest in science and/or experience in K-12 science education is a plus. Experience working with children of various ages. ASL or Spanish language competencies is a plus.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

The Science Museum of Virginia will accept ONLY online applications for all Science Museum employment opportunities. To be considered for this position, you must submit a Commonwealth of Virginia application or resume through the on-line “Virginia Jobs” (RMS) employment site no later than 11:55 p.m. on the closing date listed. If the position is an open until filled recruitment; the position will remain open for a minimum of 5 workdays or until the position is filled. Each application is reviewed for documentation that shows the applicant meets the minimum and additional qualifications stated in the job announcement. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application; therefore, it is essential to provide detailed information. Submitting an application lacking in detail, may impact your interview eligibility. The RMS website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration. Please refer to your RMS account for the status of your application and this position. Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment within 90 days of the closing date. Computers are available for applying for jobs in public libraries and the Virginia Employment Commission offices.

The Science Museum seeks motivated people of all backgrounds. We value diversity of cultures, races and ethnicities, gender expressions, and abilities. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

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