Guest Services Associate

Guest Services Associate – George Washington’s Mount Vernon

Guest Services Associate – Part‑Time

The Education and Guest Services Division provides meaningful learning opportunities for Mount Vernon’s one million annual visitors and students in classrooms around the country. Through a diverse portfolio of interpretive experiences, engaging public programs, and online resources, we expand each learner’s understanding of, and appreciation for, our nation’s Founding Father and the world in which he lived.

The Education and Guest Services team is composed of the Interpretation, Historic Trades, Guest Services, K12 & Youth Programs, Education Admin departments, comprising more than 150 full‑ and part‑time staff members.

• Exceed audience learning expectations and ensure a level of access in which everyone is welcome. Be friendly, respectful, engaging, and flexible. Always remember that this visit may be their first and only.
• Encourage a meaningful appreciation of George Washington and the world in which he lived. Ensure that his legacy connects to the world our audiences live in today.
• Engage yourself in the mission of the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association – take responsibility for your continued development and commit to collaboration. Care for your colleagues and be proud of what we accomplish together.

Guest Services Associates welcome guests of all ages and backgrounds, assist with their orientation to the Mount Vernon experience, way finding on the property, and assists with ticket and membership sales. This group creates a positive learning environment by being hospitable, approachable, and professional in appearance and demeanor.

$15.00/hr

24 hours/week (2 weekdays and alternating weekends)

• Assist supervisors with the daily opening, closing, and security of the relevant facilities.
• Assist supervisors with the implementation of emergency procedures when necessary to ensure safety for our guests, colleagues, historic structures, and collections.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of estate logistics, membership offerings, programs, and content.
• Assist with other projects as needed.

• Excellent customer service skills and an outgoing, friendly, positive demeanor, is necessary.
• Strong communication skills are required.
• Must be responsible, flexible, punctual, and able to work well under pressure.
• Ability to work creatively and effectively as a member of a team is mandatory.

• Must be able to stand/walk for long periods on varying surfaces, inside and outside, and in a variety of conditions.
• Must comply with: comprehensive dress code for uniformed staff; departmental standard operating procedures.
• Must work frequent weekends, evenings, and holidays.

This position involves working in both indoor museum settings and outdoor historic grounds. The role requires frequent interaction with visitors and groups in varying weather conditions. The noise level can fluctuate from quiet to moderate.

This role requires extended periods of standing and walking, including over uneven terrain. The employee may need to climb stairs or inclines and occasionally lift or carry materials weighing up to 25 pounds. Clear verbal communication and auditory ability are essential.

• 403(b) Retirement plan with employer matching
• Employee recognition at 5 years of service
• Monthly employee events
• Employee referral program
• Flexible work schedule
• On‑site Library
• Discount on Public Event Tickets
• Discount in the Mount Vernon Shops
• Discount at the Mount Vernon Inn and Food Court Pavilion
• Free Parking

The Mount Vernon Ladies' Association is dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to building and retaining a team that represents a variety of skills, experiences, and perspectives. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, performance, and qualifications without regard to race, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, gender/sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, veteran and military status, family or parental status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

The Mount Vernon Ladies' Association will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Entry level

Full‑time

Other

Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos