Careers

Please submit a resume and cover letter using 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 your cover letter.

Click here for information about internships.

Museum Technician – Exhibition Housekeeping (Internal Candidates Only)

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

The Museum Technician-Exhibition Housekeeping assists with the care and maintenance of exhibition spaces, including all museum galleries, the Wickham House and the Valentine Sculpture Studio (temporarily closed). This work includes care and cleaning of exhibition casework exteriors/interiors; care and cleaning of Wickham House and 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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Director of Development

Status: Full Time/Exempt
Reports to: Deputy Director of Communications
Job Posting Expires: Until Filled

In support of the museum’s mission to engage, educate and challenge a diverse audience by interpreting Richmond’s history, the Director of Development is responsible for the strategy, planning and management of the museum’s major fundraising efforts and donor relationships, foundation and corporate giving, and grants.  The Director of Development leads the Development team and reports to the Deputy Director of Communications.

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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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Valentine Educator

Status: Part Time/Non-exempt
Reports to: Student Programs and 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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Valentine Educator / Spanish Speaking

Tour Guide

Status: Part Time/Non-exempt
Reports to: Adult Programs and Tours Manager
Job Posting Expires: Until Position is Filled
Valentine Tour Guides conduct Richmond History Tours that engage a diverse audience in learning about Richmond’s history on walking and bus tours. As ambassadors for the city and the Valentine Museum, Tour Guides are responsible for interpreting Richmond’s history for residents, visitors, students, and private groups, encouraging them to make new discoveries and historical connections through tours of the city’s sites and neighborhoods. Tour Guides work approximately 6-15 hours per month, scheduled as needed, including weekend and evening hours.
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