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Visitor Engagement Associate

New York, New York, United States · On-site

Entry level

The Visitor Engagement Associate is a key frontline role, ensuring an exceptional experience for all museum guests. This position involves ticket and membership sales, visitor support, tour assistance, and retail operati…

Skills: Customer Service, Ticketing Systems, Cash Handling, Retail Operations, Communication

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Visitor Engagement Associate

Tenement Museum

New York, New York, United States • On-site

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  • Part-time
  • Posted 10d ago
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

The role focuses on providing an exceptional guest experience through ticket and membership sales, visitor support, and retail operations. Responsibilities include managing visitor flow, handling inquiries, and maintaining the museum shop's sales floor.

Requirements

Candidates should have 6 months to 1 year of experience in visitor services, retail, or call centers. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to work weekends and holidays are required.

Full job description

The Visitor Engagement Associate is a key frontline role, ensuring an exceptional experience for all museum guests. This position involves ticket and membership sales, visitor support, tour assistance, and retail operations in the museum shop. The ideal candidate is a proactive, customer-focused professional who enjoys interacting with the public and enhancing their museum visit.  This is a part time, union position with a three (3) day a week schedule of Wednesday, Friday and Saturday.

Responsibilities

Visitor Services & Ticketing

  • Welcome and assist visitors with ticket purchases and membership sign-ups.
  • Process payments and manage the ticketing system at the Visitor Center.
  • Handle visitor inquiries in person, over the phone, and via email with professionalism and enthusiasm.
  • Maintain high customer service standards while managing visitor flow and enforcing tour protocols.
  • Set up assisted listening devices for guests as needed.
  • Coordinate with the Education department via walkie-talkie to ensure seamless visitor support.

Retail & Museum Shop Operations

  • Operate the Retail Pro system for transactions, returns, and cash handling.
  • Provide product recommendations and engage customers in the museum shop.
  • Maintain the sales floor, restock merchandise, and support visual merchandising.
  • Assist with inventory tracking and participate in annual inventory counts.

General Museum Engagement

  • Develop a strong understanding of museum programs, tours, and events to provide helpful visitor information.
  • Offer recommendations on local attractions, restaurants, and points of interest.
  • Help manage crowds and coordinate large groups, including school groups and families.
  • Uphold museum policies while demonstrating professional and ethical conduct.

Qualifications

  • 6 months to 1 year of experience in visitor services, retail, or a call center environment preferred.
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Ticketure and/or Retail Pro is a plus.
  • Previous experience with cash handling and POS systems is beneficial.
  • Interest in books, New York history, and immigration themes is a plus.
  • Physically able to lift and carry merchandise and stand for extended periods.
  • Availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed.

This role is perfect for individuals who are passionate about history, museums, and creating a welcoming and memorable experience for visitors.

How to Apply:

Please submit the following via our career portal:

(1) Cover Letter. Please let us know why you are applying and would be a good fit for the position.

(2) Your resume. Resumes without a cover letter will not be considered.

Related keywords

TicketureRetail ProVisitor ServicesMuseum OperationsPOS SystemsMembership SalesNew York HistoryImmigration ThemesCustomer EngagementRetail Pro System

About Tenement Museum

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The Tenement Museum welcomes you into the homes of immigrant, migrant, and refugee families connecting past to present.

Industry
Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
1988
Headquarters
New York, New York
LinkedIn followers
5,103

We tell the stories of working-class tenement residents, who moved to New York City from other countries and other parts of the country. Their work helped build the city and nation, and their stories help us understand our history. We aim to build an inclusive and expansive American identity and believe that the exploration of our complex history—one with moments of both inclusion and exclusion—helps prepare us to recognize and discuss today’s complex issues with empathy and nuance.

Offices: 103 Orchard Street, New York, New York 10002, US

ImmigrationHistoryLower East SideNew York CityMigrationand MuseumMuseums and Historical SitesArtNon Profit
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About Tenement Museum

LinkedInVisit site

The Tenement Museum welcomes you into the homes of immigrant, migrant, and refugee families connecting past to present.

Industry
Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
1988
Headquarters
New York, New York
LinkedIn followers
5,103

We tell the stories of working-class tenement residents, who moved to New York City from other countries and other parts of the country. Their work helped build the city and nation, and their stories help us understand our history. We aim to build an inclusive and expansive American identity and believe that the exploration of our complex history—one with moments of both inclusion and exclusion—helps prepare us to recognize and discuss today’s complex issues with empathy and nuance.

Offices: 103 Orchard Street, New York, New York 10002, US

ImmigrationHistoryLower East SideNew York CityMigrationand MuseumMuseums and Historical SitesArtNon Profit
View all jobs at Tenement Museum

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