Tang Guide, Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery
Skidmore College•Saratoga Springs, NY
•Onsite
About The Position
The Tang Guides program re-envisions visitor services at the museum. Tang Guides work alongside students and full-time staff at the Visitor Services Desk, functioning as gallery ambassadors and tour guides. They are an integral part of the front-line visitor services team, ensuring positive experiences for all patrons. This is a part-time position.
Requirements
- A personable, organized, reliable, and task-oriented individual.
- Availability to work evenings and weekends with regularity.
- Ability to stand for long periods.
- On-line application
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- List of Three References
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge and appreciation of art/art history, especially contemporary art.
- Past customer service or receptionist/front desk experience.
Responsibilities
- Staffing the museum’s Visitor Services Desk, including answering the main museum phone line, checking in visitors, and performing other administrative tasks.
- Serving as roaming docents in the galleries to provide visitors with additional information about the Tang and specific exhibitions.
- Providing security in the exhibitions by maintaining the safety of the artwork and ensuring visitors follow museum and exhibition requirements.
- Offering tours of the museum to individuals and groups upon request.
- Attending regular training workshops and tours, both in-person and via Zoom.
- Interacting with curators and artists to gain greater insight into Tang exhibitions.
Benefits
- Paid on-the-job training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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