Part-Time Museum Operations & Outreach Specialist

Gloucester County; Gloucester (VA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Gloucester County's Historic Resources Division is seeking a part-time Museum Specialist to support the Museum of History and Gloucester Historical Committee with administrative duties, data entry, and public engagement.

Under supervision, you will maintain records in PastPerfect, assist with donor and inventory tasks, coordinate tours and events, and help research grant opportunities, with a focus on accuracy and courteous communication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with coursework in administrative support technology, computer science, business administration, or related field.
• 1–2 years of clerical/administrative experience.
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience providing the required skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs administrative and clerical duties for the Museum of History and the Gloucester Historical Committee, including preparing correspondences, minutes, flyers and publications.
• Maintains databases and records including use of PastPerfect Software.
• Responds to inquiries via telephone, email, and in-person; reviews the Museum of History webpage for accuracy.
• Assists with procurement of operating supplies, inventory review, and donation processing.
• Assists with collections management and organizing special projects and group tours.
• Supports grant research for the Historic Resources Division and other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Computer skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

PastPerfect

Job description

Gloucester County's Historic Resources Division is seeking a part-time Museum Specialist to support the Museum of History and Gloucester Historical Committee with administrative duties, data entry, and public engagement.

Under supervision, you will maintain records in PastPerfect, assist with donor and inventory tasks, coordinate tours and events, and help research grant opportunities, with a focus on accuracy and courteous communication.