Visitor Assistant - Kusama

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SUMMARY OF POSITION:

As the Visitor Assistant - Kusama, you will guide and assist visitors through the exhibit. The position will be thru January 10, 2027, with flexibilty of a shortened end date if you need.

SKILL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Management of exhibition entrance; receive and respond to incoming phone, radio, and email communications
• Ability to interact professionally and respectably with all levels of staff and visitors while also enforcing Museum policies in a courteous manner
• Excellent verbal communication skills, with a strong ability to speak in front of a group
• Must be able to navigate a variety of constituencies
• Must be able to problem-solve
• Flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing priorities
• Excellent ability to handle multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment is a must
• Ability to be proactive, use independent judgment, and initiative

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Inform visitors of a description of the requirements of the exhibit
• Provide coverage for employee breaks

WORK DEMANDS and ENVIRONMENT:

• Ability to remain alert at all times and to stand for multiple hours.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including multiple nights and/or weekends.
• Ability to work weekends
• Ability to lift at least 25 lbs

EDUCATION: N/A

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: N/A

REPORTS TO:  Senior Director, Exhibitions

LOCATION:  1071 5th Avenue, New York, NY

WORK SCHEDULE: 4 hour shifts a day, Schedule TBD; ending January 10, 2027

POSITION TYPE:  Part-time, Non-Exempt. This position may become a position covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement with Local 2110 UAW.   

SALARY RANGE: $24.00 - $25.00 per hour

The Guggenheim is dedicating itself to creating paths that lead to a more inclusive and diverse institution.  We encourage inquiries from applicants who will reflect the plurality of our culture and our global audience.  The Guggenheim does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin or disability status.

Department: Exhibition Management
This is a part time position