Museum Assistant, City of Seneca
Regular and consistent attendance for the assigned work is essential. Opening the museum and ensuring the alarm system is properly disarmed/armed. Conduct tours for visitors at the Bertha Lee Strickland Cultural Museum. Effectively perform basic office clerical tasks including but not limited to: Collecting and sorting mail and package deliveries. Providing coverage for the reception desk, greeting and assisting visitors during museum opening hours or relieving staff to perform other duties as required. Assisting with museum events, exhibits, programs, and events as needed.
Clean and maintain the museum facility and exhibits as needed. Answer calls, greet callers, and respond to general inquiries following office best practices; take and deliver messages promptly as needed. Contribute effectively to the department of Arts, History, and Culture, communicating effectively with supervisors and co-workers, both within the department as well as outside the department. Maintain satisfactory attendance to ensure duties are performed without negatively impacting co-workers or delivery of service to the public.
OTHER DUTIES: Attends and participates effectively at departmental staff meetings. Maintains the confidentiality of files, records, reports as required by law, City policy, and procedures. Performs other duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE: One year of customer service, cash handling, or museum experience is preferred, but not required.
DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent required. Knowledge of: General office principles and practices including records maintenance; operating policies and procedures; cash handling policies and guidelines of the City; museum collections and exhibits; Microsoft Office Suite. Skill in: Communicating skills.
Applications are being accepted through the following methods:
- Website: www.seneca.sc.us
- Navigate to the "Job Opportunities" section.
- Select the Museum Manager position.
- Complete the online application and upload your resume.
- Email: apelfrey@seneca.sc.us
- Mail: City Hall, ATTN: Human Resources, PO Box 4773, Seneca, SC 29679
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.