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Guest Relations Associate - Admissions  

Location Museum of Life and Science  
About the Organization The Museum of Life and Science, one of North Carolina’s top family destinations, has been a beloved Durham institution for 75 years. The Museum features 84 acres of exhibits, experiences, and outdoor exploration, including one of the East Coast's largest butterfly conservatories and a two-story science center. As an accredited zoo, the Museum is home to lemurs, black bears, endangered red wolves, and more than 140 species of live animals, butterflies, and insects. Readers of Durham Magazine, Indy Week, and Carolina Parent have repeatedly named us the top Museum in the Triangle. Charity Navigator rated the Museum, a 501(c3) nonprofit organization, 100 out of 100-- the highest possible score.



Our mission is to create a place of lifelong learning where people of all ages embrace science as a way of knowing about themselves, their community, and their world. The Museum serves our increasingly diverse community with interactive and accessible experiences that build and develop lifelong connections with science, nature, and critical thinking. The Museum partners with NASA, NOAA, the National Science Foundation, Duke University, NC State University, and the University of North Carolina on many research projects and programs.



In addition to an incredible team of co-workers, the Museum provides competitive compensation commensurate with experience, as well as a full array of employee benefits for eligible positions, including a generous 403b retirement plan with employer contributions, health, dental, and vision insurance, flex-spending plans, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, nine paid annual holidays, employee appreciation events, and a family membership to the Museum.  
Full-Time/Part-Time Part-Time  
Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt  
Description

Interested in education, sciences, environmental studies or related fields and looking for part-time work? Work in one of the top science centers in the country with 84 acres of indoor and outdoor exhibit space that includes homes for butterflies, bears, wolves and lemurs – right here in Durham. Bring your outstanding customer service skills and enthusiasm for science or education to our Guest Relations team where we deliver top-notch service and inquiry-based learning experiences to our Museum visitors.

A successful candidate has a keen interest in working with the public, works quickly, efficiently and enthusiastically in a high-volume environment, and demonstrates flexibility for optimal learning and team support.

Responsibilities

  • Welcome visitors and provide them with information concerning prices, daily programs, exhibits and events to help facilitate a great experience and foster repeat visits
  • Sell admission, membership and train tickets
  • Act as Concierge assisting guests with questions or directions, welcoming and assisting birthday party guests and facilitating their food and beverage storage
  • Participate in cross-training program for other Guest Relations roles including train station ticket sales, ranger, reservations and group check-in and parking
  • Perform regular checks to ensure a clean, welcoming, friendly environment for guests
  • Manage daily monetary transactions and accurately complete closed drawer reconciliation
  • Transporting guests and staff in golf cart as needed
  • Other indoor and outdoor duties as requested
 
Position Requirements

Requirments

  • Keen observation skills and desire to be proactive about visitor needs and guest environment
  • Attention to detail for accurate processing of admission, membership and ticket sales while maintaining a high standard of service
  • Strong interest in engaging children and adults of all ages through curiosity, discovery and inquiry-based learning
  • Enthusiastic and engaging attitude
  • Ability to respond appropriately to emergencies with provided training
  • Must be able to work a flexible schedule including Saturdays and Sundays plus occasional evenings (15-25 hours per week)
  • Cash handling and sales experience is highly desired
  • Physically able to be on one’s feet for up to 8 hours and travel distances of up to one mile on variable terrain
  • Valid US driver’s license
  • Able to lift up to 30 lbs.
  • Conversational Spanish is a plus

 

 
Shift Days  
Pay Range $10.71  
EOE Statement The Museum of Life and Science is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, creed, age, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, military or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, we will provide reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application or interview process, perform crucial job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. As an equal opportunity employer, we value the differences and benefits that a diverse culture brings. Join us!
 
Category Guest Services  

This position is currently not accepting applications.

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