Job Listings: Manager (Patsy Cline Historic House)

Job Title: Manager, Patsy Cline Historic House

Position Description:
Celebrating Patsy Cline, Inc., a 501(c)(3) non-profit, is seeking a qualified, energetic, and competent individual to manage the day-to-day operations of the Patsy Cline Historic House, a National Historic Landmark in Winchester, Virginia. The manager will oversee the management and staffing of the Patsy Cline Historic House on a daily basis. The tour season for the Patsy Cline Historic House is 6 days a week, April 1 through October 31. This seasonal position, with 30-40  hours per week at $16 per hour. The Manager must be available to work some weekdays and weekends and have a flexible schedule. Depending upon needs, there is a potential to extend employment during off season (November - March). Manager will receive all necessary training on all related history of Patsy Cline and Historic House, among other necessary information to perform the position.

Qualifications:

• Must be over 18 years old.
• Completion of Bachelor’s degree in history, education, public history, arts industry, or related field; or equivalent experience preferred.
• Must be must be able to work four, seven-hour days, which will include some weekends and have a flexible schedule.
•  Ability to lift 30 pounds.
• Ability to climb up and down stairs repeatedly and to stand on feet for several hours at a time.
• 1-2 years of SupervisoryManagement and volunteer coaching experience preferred.
• Must enjoy engaging and speaking with diverse public audiences.
•  Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in retail sales and customer service preferred, including operating a cash register/point-of-sale system.
• Basic computer skills.  Experience working with Square POS, Google Drive, Microsoft, and Corel Draw preferred.

Other Desired Qualifications:

• Applicant should have an interest in Patsy Cline, an understanding the legacy of Patsy Cline, her music, and Historic House.
• Experience working with a non-profit Board of Directors preferred.
•  Knowledge of business administration, organizational leadership, and hospitality principles.
• Experience, ability, and desire to build and sustain relationships with fellow staff, board members, volunteers, and tour groups.
• Collaborative work style with the ability to work independently
• Willingness to learn and gain experience in museum/non-profit industry.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Serves as chief hospitality liaison between Celebrating Patsy Cline, Inc. and the visitors and public.
• Be a representative for Celebrating Patsy Cline, Inc., the Patsy Cline Historic House, and the organization’s mission.
• Supervise the staff & volunteer docents.
• Assist the  Celebrating Patsy Cline Board of Directors with special projects, and managing gift shop displays and inventory.
• Assist with special events including but not limited to the Annual Patsy Cline Block Party on the Saturday of Labor Day Weekend.
• Open and close the Patsy Cline Historic House through the performance of routine duties including point-of-sale system, and open and closing cash reconciling.
• Greet visitors to the Patsy Cline Historic House, sell admission, facilitate museum gift shop purchases, and provide excellent customer service.
• Lead 30-45 minute guided tours of the Patsy Cline Historic House to diverse audiences.
• Perform and or oversee regular cleaning of public and staff spaces including floors, counters, staff bathroom, staff kitchen, porch, and trash cans.
• Engage with the public by answering questions and pursuing conversations in person, by phone, or e-mail.
• Other duties as assigned

Job Location:
608 South Kent Street, Winchester, VA 22601
Supervisor:
Celebrating Patsy Cline, Inc. Board of Directors

To Apply:
To apply for the Manager Position at the Patsy Cline Historic House, please complete this form: https://forms.gle/ogHzahvG5CEqbUdu6. The position will remain open until filled.  No phone calls, please.