Seasonal Guide, Otis House

Historic New England • Boston, MA

6d • $17 • Onsite

About The Position

Historic New England seeks seasonal, part-time Guides to work at the 1796 Otis House Museum located on Beacon Hill in Boston, MA. Guides are responsible for conducting tours of the museum property and performing daily open/close procedures. In addition to the presentation of interpretative tours, guide responsibilities include collecting admissions, sales in the museum gift shop, daily care of the museum space and collections, and assisting the Site Manager with public programs and administrative duties. Training will be provided.

Requirements

• Enjoy working with the public
• Have a passion for public history
• Be comfortable working with computers
• Must be available during at least two days of our open hours (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
• Commit to employment from April - August 2026

Nice To Haves

• Experience in customer service desirable

Responsibilities

• Conducting tours of the museum property
• Performing daily open/close procedures
• Collecting admissions
• Sales in the museum gift shop
• Daily care of the museum space and collections
• Assisting the Site Manager with public programs and administrative duties

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed