Careers

Status: Part Time/Non-exempt
Reports to: Elise H. Wright Curator of General Collections
Job Posting Expires: Until position is filled

The Museum Technician-Exhibition Housekeeping assists with the care and maintenance of exhibition spaces, including all museum galleries, the Wickham House and the Edward V. Valentine Sculpture Studio. This work includes care and cleaning of exhibition casework exteriors/interiors; care and cleaning of Wickham House and Edward V. Valentine Sculpture Studio interior surfaces; basic cleaning of objects; and other duties as assigned by as needed. Specific housekeeping activities are conducted at varying intervals (weekly, monthly, quarterly, annually). The Museum Technician’s work is conducted in accordance with the museum’s official Collections Management Policy, adhering to the code of ethics advised by the American Alliance of Museums.

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Status: Full Time
Reports to: Director of Education and Engagement
Job Posting Expires: Until position is filled

The Adult Programs and Tours Manager has primary responsibility for coordinating adult programs and group visits at the Valentine and Valentine First Freedom Center, the Richmond History Tours program (public and private) and the Valentine Internship Program. The Adult Programs and Tours Manager schedules interactive history adult programs onsite and outreach, college visits, special onsite programs for adult groups. Responsibilities include customer service, staff scheduling (Valentine Educators and Tour Guides), sales and reservations, program development and planning. S/he actively supports the Director of Education and Engagement and the Valentine’s marketing plan while working as an active team member in support of the goals of the Education and Engagement Department.

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Status: Part Time/Non-exempt
Reports to:
Job Posting Expires: Open Ended Position

Valentine Educators conduct educational programs on and off site in accordance with the programs developed by the Valentine using high quality content and delivery. Valentine Educators will work approximately 3-9 hours per week, scheduled as needed for programs.

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Status: Part Time/Non-exempt
Reports to: Student Program & Tours Manager
Job Posting Expires: Open Ended Position

Valentine Educators conduct educational programs on and off site in accordance with the programs developed by the Valentine using high quality content and delivery. Valentine Educators will work approximately 3-9 hours per week, scheduled as needed for programs.

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Status: Part Time/Non-exempt
Reports to: Director of Operations
Job Posting Expires: Open Ended Position

The Parking Attendant parks cars in the Valentine lot and provides customer service during private facility rental events and History Center programs that fall outside of the Valentine’s regular operating hours.

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Status: Part Time/Non-exempt
Reports to: Visitor Services Manager
Job Posting Expires: Open Ended*

The Visitor Services Associate is the first impression for the museum and the museum store. He/she has responsibility for implementing the daily procedures at the front desk.  He/she is a primary source of access and communication within The Valentine. This person answers and directs phone calls or other inquires, processes admissions fees, takes and processes reservations for the public walking and bus tours, conducts sales in the museum store, helps to provide security for The Valentine by issuing badges and keeping logs for visitors to restricted areas, and provides tours of the 1812 Wickham House.  Weekend availability required.

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Status: Part Time/Non-exempt
Reports to: Director of Operations
Job Posting Expires: Open Ended*

Job Summary:

The Special Events Associate has responsibility for monitoring and managing on-site special events. He/she ensures a safe and positive experience for guests attending events. This person also monitors and enforces compliance with the terms of facility rental contracts and Valentine policies by guests and vendors. Security or special event experience desirable but not required. Evening and weekend availability required.

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