Work at Roebling Museum

At Roebling Museum, we strive to create a environment of mutual respect among all employees, volunteers, and stakeholders.

Roebling Museum administers employment activities without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital or partnership status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship status, military service or discharge status, arrest record, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Open positions:

Job title: Program Assistant

Status: Part-Time, Temporary, non-exempt

Hours: Thursday, Friday, Saturday schedule 10:30am-4:30pm

Location: On site at Roebling Museum

Pay Range: $15-18 an hour

Position Description:

Through tours, exhibits, and programs, Roebling Museum tells the story of the origins and growth of a company town built in 1905 with a majority immigrant/migrant workforce. (More information can be found at Roeblingmuseum.org.) The Program Assistant at Roebling Museum is part of a dynamic team of volunteers and paid staff whose goal is to greet and interact with visitors. This role will also help with administrative work related to programs, events, and exhibits. Relevant training will be provided.

This is a grant funded position for the 2025 tour season (March-end of December) with the opportunity to renew.

Areas of Responsibility:

  • Opening and closing the museum

  • Greeting visitors and orienting them to the museum

  • Using the point-of-sale system to take payment for tours and gift shop merchandise

  • Conducting tours and education programs

  • Assists in planning programs, events, and exhibits

  • Additional duties as assigned

     

Job Requirements:

  • Strong customer service skills to meet the needs of visitors of all ages, backgrounds, and levels of ability.

  • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods both indoors and outdoors, lift 25 pounds, and climb stairs.

  • Must be able to work a Thursday, Friday, Saturday schedule 10:30am-4:30pm.

Qualifications:

  • High school degree required; some college preferred

  • Interest in U.S. history, industrial history, immigration history, or other relevant subject areas

  • Customer service experience required, experience at a museum, archive, library, or similar institution preferred

  • Experience with technology, including point of sale systems, Microsoft Office products

  • A track record of dependability and punctuality with the ability to complete duties independent of supervision

  • Strong oral and written communication skills

How to Apply: Send a cover letter and resume to RMuseum@roeblingmuseum.org with “Program Assistant” in the subject line.