Museum Front Desk & Gift Shop Associate (Part-Time)

County of Simcoe; Midhurst; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

CUPE 5820.01

Job summary

The County of Simcoe in Midhurst, ON seeks a Museum Receptionist to manage admissions and gift shop duties, greet visitors, and provide information on museum services and events. The role requires a strong customer service focus and basic cash handling in a busy public setting.

Responsibilities include opening/closing the counter, handling memberships, and supporting clerical tasks. Weekend/evening shifts are required, and a Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening is needed.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education required and basic clerical skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and public relations skills.
• Ability to work as part of a cooperative team.
• Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.
• Familiar with museum operations and visitor services.

Responsibilities

• Open/close admission counter and gift shop; manage cash and receipts.
• Take admissions, donations, greet visitors, sell memberships, provide travel/tourism info.
• Sell and restock gift shop items; count and record inventory.
• Answer phones, direct calls, and provide museum information.
• Assist with clerical duties (mailing, filing, typing, photocopying).
• Receive artifact donations on weekends and collect donor information.
• Work weekends, holidays, weekdays, and evenings; up to 3 days per week.
• Follow health, safety, and privacy policies.

Skills

Public relations

Customer service

Cash handling

Education

Grade 12 Education

Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening

Job description

The County of Simcoe in Midhurst, ON seeks a Museum Receptionist to manage admissions and gift shop duties, greet visitors, and provide information on museum services and events. The role requires a strong customer service focus and basic cash handling in a busy public setting.

Responsibilities include opening/closing the counter, handling memberships, and supporting clerical tasks. Weekend/evening shifts are required, and a Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening is needed.