<p>This is a part-time position located at the Capitol Park Museum in Baton Rouge, LA.</p> <p>This position's responsibilities include providing basic safety and interpretive services in the galleries and throughout the museum. The incumbent may also serve as initial point of contact for all visitors and groups to the Louisiana State Museum. The incumbent will need to maintain working knowledge of and fluency for all LSM programs and exhibits; be able to adapt to changes in schedule and job requirements; assist the programming and education staff to implement educational programs, school tours, and special events as efficiently as possible.</p> <p>The Louisiana State Museum's collections and educational programs stimulate awareness and appreciation of our state's rich and diverse history and culture.</p> <p>From Louis Armstrong to Huey P. Long, from Mardi Gras to fais-do-do, and from the nation-building commerce of the Mississippi River to the life-sustaining bounty of the Gulf of Mexico, the Capitol Park Museum provides a panoramic exploration of the most vibrant state in America. With thematic exhibits on diverse aspects of Louisiana history, industry, and culture, the museum includes two permanent exhibits: Grounds for Greatness: Louisiana and the Nation and The Louisiana Experience: Discovering the Soul of America. The Capitol Park Museum tells a story of passion, adventure, and discovery that could have happened only in the Bayou State. Come explore a way of life like no other.</p> <p>No training or experience required.</p> <p>The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.</p> <p>Job Duties:</p> <ul> <li>Monitor galleries internally to assure safety of museum artifacts, buildings, and guests. </li><li>Monitor and alert designated museum administrator in the event of crisis or disturbance. </li><li>Monitor and maintain the flow of visitors. Ensure all museum rules are followed. Assist visitors with questions. </li><li>Provides information to LSM guests on LSM programming, properties, and other regional attractions. </li><li>Distributes brochures, maps, and other LSM printed material. </li><li>Answer visitors' questions pertaining to museum exhibits, the state, history, and culture. </li><li>Refers museum guests interested in additional LSM information to the appropriate museum personnel. </li><li>Use computer-based Point of Sale ticketing system and group reservation database. </li><li>Receive cash, checks, and other forms of payment for museum admission. </li><li>Explain museum discount programs. </li><li>Verifies total sales and balance the cash drawer at the end of the day. Documents and explains and overages or shortages. </li><li>Maintain working knowledge to operate various office machines, such as copiers, calculators, and credit card machines. </li><li>Upon completion of proper training, may assist curatorial staff with cleaning of exhibits and artifacts on display. </li><li>May assist with museum programming, tours, and events in visitor services or building monitor capacity. </li><li>Performs other duties as required. </li><li>Other required skills: </li><li>Must demonstrate and utilize advanced computer skills and knowledge of a wide range of general and proprietary software, Office suite, Outlook, usage of a variety of online forms and internet portals. Must demonstrate and exemplify responsible use of the Internet. </li><li>Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds. </li><li>Must be able to work a flexible schedule; including weekends and holidays, evenings; and be accessible/available in an emergency. </li><li>Responsible and accountable for use and maintenance of state property as assigned. </li></ul> <p>Position-Specific Details:</p> <ul> <li>Appointment Type: This position will be filled as a part-time Classified WAE, limited to 1,245 working hours in a 12-month period. Starting Hourly Pay varies, depending on experience. </li><li>Work Schedule: This is a part-time position that reports in-office. This position may be required to work evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. This position may be required to travel. </li></ul> <p>Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.</p> <p>How To Apply:</p> <p>No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. </p> <p>To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. </p> <ul> <li>Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.* </li></ul> <p>The Office of the Lieutenant Governor and the Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism are participants in the E-Verify system for identification and employment eligibility purposes. </p> <p>For further information about this vacancy, contact:</p> <p>Pacee Wallace</p> <p>Department of Culture, Recreation, & Tourism</p> <p>1051 N. 3rdStreet </p> <p>Baton Rouge, LA 70802</p> <p>Phone: 225-342-8202</p> <p>pwallace@crt.la.gov </p> <p> </p>