Volunteer Need for Saturdays from July 6 through September 28, 12:45-4:00pm. Description: Represent the Museum when greeting the general public and other volunteers. Communicate the museum narratives to visitors; promote museum’s mission and goals. No telephone industry experience required but welcome; narratives can be taught. Responsibilities: Assist supervisor with opening the museum by unlocking doors, turning on all exhibit lights and displays. Prepare Museum by inspecting the general appearance, fixing or reporting any exhibit display issues, and spot-cleaning the facility as needed. Welcome visiting public. Handle gift shop sales. Answer phone, answer questions, provide directions to the museum. Provide an overview of the museum to visitors. Provide basic knowledge of museum’s history. Provide basic knowledge of Maine, its history, features, and points of interest. Close the museum by turning off all lights, displays, and locking doors. Notify supervisor of any issues. Qualifications: Good verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work with an iPad and Square Reader helpful but easily learned.
