NOW HIRING
Title: Portland Observatory Manager (2 positions available)
Reports to: Education Programs Manager
Work Schedule: Part-time, seasonal, 16-24 hours per week (including some Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.) Pre-season training and orientation in May.
About Greater Portland Landmarks and the Portland Observatory
Greater Portland Landmarks is a historic preservation advocacy organization with a 60-year legacy dedicated to preserving and promoting the historic and architectural heritage of Portland. Through advocacy, education, and community engagement, we work to protect significant places and ensure their stories continue to inspire future generations. We are stewards of the Portland Observatory, built in 1807. It is the nation’s last remaining maritime signal tower, and we operate it from May through mid-October as a historic site, offering tours and occasional special events.
Primary Responsibilities:
Observatory site managers oversee the daily operations of the historic site during the tourist season.
Tasks include:
Opening and closing of the Observatory during its scheduled hours of operation.
Greeting visitors.
Presenting tours to the public if no docent is available.
Selling tour tickets and retail merchandise.
Creating a positive and professional atmosphere for both docents and visitors
Working a flexible schedule in coordination with other Site Managers including some weekends and evenings.
Being aware of and responsible for visitor safety.
Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Keeping gift shop shelves stocked, and notifying coordinator when stock is low.
Providing assistance on Flag Day and other scheduled special events.
Position Requirements:
Ability to walk up and down 100 stairs several times a day.
Ability to lift above your head, for example flags and windows.
Enthusiasm for sharing knowledge about unique historic places, and working with public visitors of all ages.
Excellent verbal communication, customer service, and human relations skills, including a strong ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with a diverse group of individuals.
Proven and consistent professional conduct while managing and organizing activities and people
Basic computer skills
A background in history is preferred but not required; we will provide training
This is a part-time, seasonal position, offering an hourly rate of $18 an hour
Benefits:
Retirement savings plan
Greater Portland Landmarks is a committed Equal Opportunity Employer and recognizes that it is both unlawful and ethically wrong to discriminate in employment, or to harass an employee, because of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, sex, age, national origin, or physical or mental disability.
Volunteer
If you are interested in becoming a volunteer docent at the Portland Observatory or for a walking tours, please see the Portland History Docents for more information.