College Park Aviation Museum Visitor & Museum Shop Engagement Associate
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College Park, MD
| Employer: | Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George's County |
| Category: | Other |
| Job Type: | Seasonal / Temp |
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Description The College Park Aviation Museum (CPAM), a Smithsonian Affiliate, shares its campus with College Park Airport, the world's oldest continuously operating airport. Established by the Wright Brothers in 1909, the field has been home to many "firsts" in aviation. Today, CPAM is dedicated to preserving, interpreting, and promoting aviation history and innovations at College Park Airport and in Prince George's County. We engage and inspire our community and visitors with diverse stories through education, exhibits, and programming. The Visitor & Museum Shop Engagement Associate position provides a unique opportunity to get hands-on experience in both frontline and backend museum work. The ideal candidate enjoys working with the public, possesses excellent communication skills, and is comfortable using Microsoft Office Suite and POS computer programs. Attention to detail, creativity, and retail experience are skills particularly desirable to fulfill museum shop duties. Bilingual candidates are highly desired. The candidate must be available to work Saturdays and at least two weekdays, Tuesday-Friday, plus occasional evenings and weekends. This position will be scheduled for an estimated 25-30 hours/week. Main duties will fall into two categories: daily operations and museum shop assistance. Examples of Important Duties Daily Operations: The Visitor & Museum Shop Engagement Associate will provide an above-and-beyond experience to visitors and serve as frontline staff, manning the front desk and interacting with guests. The successful candidate will learn a working knowledge of museum systems, policies, and information and work with staff to provide a seamless and enjoyable experience for visitors. Important duties include:
Museum Shop: The Museum Shop is an integral part of the visitor experience and a source of revenue for the museum. Under the direction of the Operations Manager and collaboration with the Director, the Visitor & Museum Shop Engagement Associate will provide assistance in the ordering, merchandising, and creatively promoting the shop and its products. This position will play an important role in broadening products, including highlighting community vendors and local artists. Important duties include:
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Supplemental Information
May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing. The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor. Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411 (Maryland Relay 7-1-1) M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you. THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL PARK AND PLANNING COMMISSION 2024 BENEFIT SUMMARY FOR SEASONAL INTERMITTENT EMPLOYEES The following information is a summary of benefits extended to all Seasonal employees of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). This is for informational purposes only and is subject to change. Limited Benefits for Seasonal Employees Health Insurance Plans You are eligible for specific health insurance benefits if you worked, on average, 30 hours per week during your first 12 months of employment or from October 3rd to October 2nd each subsequent period following your first 12 months of employment. This equates to 1,560 hours over a 12-month period. If and when you are eligible for benefits, you will receive notification directly from the Health & Benefits Office. Eligible Employees Pay 35% of the health insurance plan premium and The Commission Pays 65%.
Other Benefits
This summary is intended to highlight some of the benefits offered by the M-NCPPC. It is not an all-inclusive agreement and is subject to change. For a more detailed description of benefits, please see the appropriate benefits brochure, service agreement or manual. For more information, contact The Health and Benefits Office at benefits@mncppc.org or 301-454-1694. * 01 Do you have a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, 4 years of work experience in a relevant field, or a combination of relevant education and experience totaling 4 years?
* 02 Do you possess a valid driver's license?
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