Gallery Host I, Part-Time Temporary

Denver Art Museum; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 27,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

The Denver Art Museum is seeking a part-time Gallery Host I to assist visitors across the galleries, ensuring a welcoming experience while protecting artworks and maintaining safety standards.

Role requires high school diploma, 18+, and strong communication skills; Spanish bilingual applicants are encouraged. Flexible hours including evenings and weekends may apply, with training provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED.
• Applicants should be 18 or older.
• Knowledge of museums and art/art history encouraged.
• Spanish bilingual and multilingual applicants are strongly encouraged.
• Solid interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to focus and be vigilant in a busy environment and self-regulate during slower activity.
• Able to read, understand, follow, and apply all Denver Art Museum policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors across galleries.
• Ensure artwork is not touched or damaged.
• Engage and interact with visitors in galleries.
• Answer visitors' questions and provide information to enhance experience.
• Attend daily team meetings and follow museum procedures for emergencies.

Skills

Spanish language

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

iPad

Basic computer skills

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Denver Art Museum - Denver, CO 80204

Salary Range: $19.29 - $23.75 Hourly

Gallery Host I, Part-Time Temporary (Non-Exempt)

Why Join Us?

Gallery Host I is positioned throughout galleries and other public areas of the Denver Art Museum. They keep people and objects safe, make all visitors feel welcomed and well cared for, and help visitors experience the museum in ways that will engage, delight, and inspire them.

This position reports to the Senior Manager of Visitor Operations.

Position type: This position is not covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement with AFSCME-CWU.

Pay: The hiring hourly range for the position is $19.29 – $23.75 /hr, based on experience. A $0.50 language differential is available for hours worked for candidates who have Spanish speaking proficiency.

What You’ll Do

• Diligently provide customer service to the diverse community of visitors.
• Ensure that the artwork is not touched or damaged.
• Engage and interact with visitors in the galleries.
• Answer visitors’ questions and provide information and tools to enhance their experience at the museum.
• Complete provided trainings and maintain basic knowledge about the museum’s collections, exhibitions, programs, activities, buildings, and etiquette.
• Uphold museum policies and handle difficult visitor situations with poise, respect, and diplomacy.
• Attend daily team meetings.
• Follow museum procedures to respond to and report accidents, injuries, suspicious activity, and hazardous situations.
• Understand the DAM’s safety policies and emergency procedures and be ready, willing, and able to assist with evacuations and other emergency situations.
• Communicate timely and effectively with the leadership team through email, two-way radio, or in-person meetings.
• Check email and other team communication platforms daily.
• Available to work a flexible schedule based on the museum’s staffing needs, including availability on both weekend days and evenings as needed.
• Consistent usage of the Racial Equity Lens in day-to-day operations.

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For:

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED.
• Applicants should be 18 or older.
• Knowledge of museums and art/art history encouraged.
• Spanish Bilingual and Multilingual applicants are strongly encouraged.
• Solid interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to focus and be vigilant in a busy environment and self-regulate during periods of slower activity.
• Proficient with basic iPad and computer functions
• Ability to interact effectively and diplomatically with diverse groups of people, including visitors, staff, and volunteers.
• Able to read, understand, follow, and apply all Denver Art Museum policies.
• Able to work well in both team and independent settings.
• Ability to walk and/or stand on post in galleries for long periods of time.
• Clearly hear a normal conversation, or radio traffic in a typical gallery environment.
• Ability to lift and operate/discharge a 10lb fire extinguisher.
• Ability to climb building stairs for emergency and evacuation purposes.
• Ability to see distance and space relationships.
• Ability to see peripherally; the ability to distinguish and identify different colors preferred.

Our Hiring Process & What to Expect

We know job searching can be overwhelming, so here’s a transparent look at our process:

Application Close Date: August 24h, 2026

• Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to respond to phone calls or emails regarding application status. Candidates selected for interviews will be contacted directly.
• Interview process will include a phone interview and an in-person interview at the DAM.
• NOTE: The DAM prioritizes adaptability and a human-centered work environment. We are happy to consider accommodations. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job.

Who We Are

At the Denver Art Museum, we are deeply committed to standing against discrimination, violence, and hate in all forms against any individual or group. And we remain focused on fostering inclusion, equal opportunity, and belonging inside and out.

The museum serves as a platform for creative expression and community well-being by collecting and presenting work by artists from diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, including those communities that have been historically underrepresented in museums. We give space to a wide range of artist voices by sharing the work of and collaborating with artists and creatives from all races, backgrounds, and identities.

We believe that art and creativity have the power to promote mutual understanding and highlight our shared humanity—connecting, inspiring, and empowering people and communities. The museum’s board of trustees, volunteers, and staff remain committed to being an anti-racist organization and making the Denver Art Museum an inclusive and diverse place where everyone always feels welcome.