Careers

Please submit your Resume & Cover Letter utilizing one of the following options:

  • Email in Word or Adobe PDF format only to HR@thevalentine.org.
  • Fax to the Attention of Human Resources at 804.643.3510
  • Mail to Human Resources, 1015 E. Clay Street, Richmond, VA  23219
  • Please include Salary Requirements in Cover Letter when submitting

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Elise H. Wright Curator of General Collections

Status: Full Time
Reports to: Director of Collections/Chief Curator
Job Posting Expires: 04/28/2019

The Elise H. Wright Curator of General Collections is responsible for the physical care, intellectual control and interpretation of a wide range of material culture from the museum’s permanent collection, including decorative arts, fine arts, industrial history, archeological and ethnographic collections and general collections. The curator is also responsible for the maintenance and interpretation of the 1812 Wickham House, a National Historic Landmark property, and the Edward V. Valentine Sculpture Studio. This 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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Parking Attendant

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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Valentine Educators – Spanish Speaking

Status: Part Time/Non-exempt
Reports to: Student Program & Tours Manager
Job Posting Expires: until position is filled

Valentine Educators conduct educational programs and tours on and off site in accordance with the lesson plans 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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Visitor Services Associate (VSA)

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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Special Events Associate

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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Valentine Educators

Status: Part Time/Non-exempt
Reports to: Student Program & Tours Manager
Job Posting Expires: until position is filled

Job Objective: 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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