Part Time Museum Attendant

Town of Farragut•Farragut, TN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Town of Farragut is seeking applicants for a part-time Museum Attendant. This position facilitates the Farragut Museum and museum-related special events, performing both manual and office work. The role requires professionalism and integrity, with a focus on serving the community. The starting rate of pay is $17.03 (min) - $22.04 (mid), non-exempt hourly rate. This position will work an average of 29 hours per week and is expected to start on or after July 1, 2026. Work is generally performed in the mornings and afternoons, with some weekend and evening work depending on event schedules.

Requirements

General knowledge of standard office practices, procedures, equipment and office assistance techniques.
General knowledge of business English, spelling and arithmetic.
General knowledge of department programs and policies.
General knowledge of standard computer software, software and hardware.
General skill working in administrative support documents.
General skill operating standard computer and peripheral equipment.
Ability to manage time and work within time constraints.
Ability to type accurately at a reasonable rate of speed.
Ability to operate standard office, word processing and data entry software.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to communicate effectively in oral form.
Ability to make arithmetic computations using whole numbers, fractions and decimals.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with citizens, town staff, elected officials, and the general public.
General knowledge of the principles, practices, equipment, tools and materials used in public recreation.
Some knowledge of human behavior of individuals in groups participating in recreational activities.
General knowledge of hazards and necessary safety precautions involved in public recreation.
General knowledge of the equipment and techniques necessary to successfully conduct parks and recreation programs.
General knowledge of first aid methods and necessary safety precautions to be used in recreation work.
General skill operating standard tools of the trade.
Ability to work nights and weekends as assigned.
CPR/First Aid/AED certification within 3 months of hire.
Background Check

Responsibilities

Assists with daily operations of the museum including gift shop operations, working with volunteer docents, and communications with visitors and staff.
Assists with special events, historic programs and event prep and breakdown.
Assists with artifact tracking and Gallery flipping.
Assists with historic outreach programs.
Assists with tracking volunteer hours and Docent training.
Assists with Campbell Station Inn – Historic based events/activities.
Assists with gift shop purchasing, operations, and reporting.
Assists with enforcement of departmental policies and procedures pertinent to the Farragut Museum.
Provides exceptional customer service to patrons.
Performs other duties and coordinates other projects as assigned.