Title: Part - Time DSC Museum Generalist
State Role Title: Education Support Spec I
Hiring Range: $17.00/Hour
Pay Band: 2
Agency: The Science Museum of Virginia
Location: Danville Science Center
Agency Website: https://smv.org/
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
The Danville Science Center is seeking a dynamic and energetic part-time Museum Generalist to be a vital part of our guest experience team.
In this exciting and multifaceted role, you will deliver high-quality customer service and represent our brand with enthusiasm. Responsibilities include engaging visitors through exhibit interpretation, assisting with hands-on STEM programs, outreach events, birthday parties, and special events. You will also provide guest services support, operate the Dome theater console, assist in the museum gift shop, help maintain the Butterfly Station, and take on other tasks aligned with the museum’s mission and strategic goals.
If you’re passionate about science, education, and creating memorable visitor experiences, we’d love to hear from you!
Please note that this is a part-time position and will be scheduled for 20-25 hours a week but no more than a maximum of 1500 hours in a 12-month period. No state benefits are provided. Interested candidates must apply at https://jobs.virginia.gov .
Minimum Qualifications
The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to implement STEM education in informal settings or possess equivalent training and experience. Strong customer service skills, excellent verbal and written communication abilities, and be proficient with Google Workspace, Microsoft Word, and Excel. Candidates must be self-starters capable of working independently with minimal supervision, as well as effectively engaging with individuals of all ages and backgrounds. The role requires confident and dynamic presentation skills in both one-on-one and group settings, with the ability to deliver content in an engaging and energetic manner. Extensive customer service experience and/or training, as well as experience in cash handling and/or retail sales. The candidate should possess strong organizational skills and the ability to accurately manage money and inventory with accountability. Must be able to work the weekend (Sunday shifts required), holidays and occasional evenings depending on museum programming and events.
Additional Considerations
Museum experience and an interest in science and/or experience in K-12 science education is a plus. Experience working with children of various ages. ASL or Spanish language competencies is a plus.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
The Science Museum of Virginia will accept ONLY online applications for all Science Museum employment opportunities. To be considered for this position, you must submit a Commonwealth of Virginia application or resume through the on-line “Virginia Jobs” (RMS) employment site no later than 11:55 p.m. on the closing date listed. If the position is an open until filled recruitment; the position will remain open for a minimum of 5 workdays or until the position is filled. Each application is reviewed for documentation that shows the applicant meets the minimum and additional qualifications stated in the job announcement. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application; therefore, it is essential to provide detailed information. Submitting an application lacking in detail, may impact your interview eligibility. The RMS website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration. Please refer to your RMS account for the status of your application and this position. Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment within 90 days of the closing date. Computers are available for applying for jobs in public libraries and the Virginia Employment Commission offices.
The Science Museum seeks motivated people of all backgrounds. We value diversity of cultures, races and ethnicities, gender expressions, and abilities. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.
As a V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer the Science Museum Welcomes Veterans to apply! We provide hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application or resume.
Selected candidate(s) must successfully pass a criminal history background check. A record of criminal history does not automatically bar an applicant from consideration. Employment verification will be conducted to include current/previous supervisory employment reference checks.
The Science Museum will record information from each new employee’s Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
Contact Information
Name: Human Resources
Phone: 804.372.3766
Email: hr@smv.org
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
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The narrative history of the Commonwealth of Virginia often begins with the founding of Jamestown in 1607, near what is now modern day Williamsburg, Virginia. Jamestown became the first permanent English settlement in the New World, and the Virginia General Assembly, established on July 30, 1619, is now recognized as the oldest legislative body in the western hemisphere. When Virginia became a royal colony in 1624, the robust tobacco trade that had been developing in Virginia helped establish the American colonies as a powerful economic force. During the American Revolution, Virginia witnessed the final surrender of British forces at Yorktown and later became known as the birthplace of many revolution-era figures and future American presidents, including George Washington and Thomas Jefferson. To date, 8 United States presidents have been born in Virginia, more than in any other state.
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