The Western Reserve Historical Society is an equal opportunity employer.

Director, Hale Farm and Village

Protection Services Officer

Museum Store Associate

Box Office Ticket Sales

Janitorial Services

East Boulevard Sales Manager

Manuscripts Processor

Manuscripts Processor, Metzenbaum Congressional Papers Project

Hale Farm Sales Associate

Director, Hale Farm and Village

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter to:

Human Resources Manager
The Western Reserve Historical Society
10825 East Blvd.
Cleveland Ohio 44106
Email: mbelviso@wrhs.org

No phone calls please.

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Part-time Museum Protection Services Officer 

This position is classified as operational and is non-exempt with regard to overtime compensation. 
Reports to the Protection Services Duty Officer for daily assignment. No direct supervision of others within the department. 

COORDINATION: Through the Chief of Protection Services and the Duty Officer, works with the Society’s departments and auxiliaries on a daily basis, as well as on behalf of the Society’s special events and programs.

DUTIES: Individual and group visitor control and assistance, Protect the collection, premises, employees and visitors against fire, theft, vandalism and other dangers that might result in injury, damage or loss. Perform duties in a safe manner as outlined in the employee safety manual, Conduct regular inspections of the premises as assigned, Open and close the facility. Use of security alarm system & keys. To remain alert while on duty and to be aware of the activities within the designated post. The officer may be assigned other tasks necessary to assure the operational function of the WRHS. Maintain confidentiality within the department. 

QUALIFICATIONS: Pleasant manner, observant, tactful, tolerant, honest, alert, neat and in good health.  Able to communicate clearly and concisely to visitors and staff.  Ability to write reports in a clear and accurate manner.  Conscientious in following regulations and instruction from higher authority. The candidate must not be convicted of any felony or misdemeanor involving any crime of dishonesty, breach of trust, theft, violence or substance abuse. 

PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS:  Must be physically able to perform the duties needed. Ability to climb stairs, operate large overhead doors on freight elevators, able to lift objects up to 40 lbs, able to stand for lengthy periods. Provide assistance to handicap visitors around the building. Ability to administer first-aid to visitors and staff.  The WRHS is a Drug-Free Workplace. Candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment screening prior to receiving an offer of employment. The WRHS conducts a pre-employment investigation prior to making an offer of employment to potential candidates.

Applications may be obtained at the Information Desk in the WRHS lobby or forward resume and cover letter to:  
Michelle Belviso
Human Resources Manager
The Western Reserve Historical Society
10825 East Blvd.
Cleveland Ohio 44106
No phone calls please.

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Museum Store/Admissions Associate

Providing competent and adequate coverage for the Museum store and Admissions Desk, including opening and closing responsibilities.
This is a Part-time position, non-exempt from overtime compensation.

DUTIES: Opening and closing store/admissions as trained. Keeping Museum Store Manager apprised of merchandise stock levels through spot inventory checks, assisting customers with merchandise selections and/or information on exhibits and events and assisting with inventories.

QUALIFICATIONS: Previous experience working with the public, basic math skills, ability to learn and adjust to change, good organizational skills, reliable, accurate and consistent in all job duties.  

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter to:
Michelle Belviso
Human Resources Manager
The Western Reserve Historical Society
10825 East Blvd.
Cleveland Ohio 44106
Email: mbelviso@wrhs.org
No phone calls please.

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Box Office, Ticket Sales

Hale Farm Sales Associate

Part-time; non-exempt from overtime compensation
Responsible to the Hale Farm Sales Manager for assisting with the operations of the gift shop including front line sales and customer service, accuracy, and profitability.

DUTIES:
- Works with Sales Manager to coordinate sales and merchandise receipts.
- Assists the Sales Manager to manage the point of sale system for the store, keeping consistent with the guidelines of WRHS;
- Implements an effective visual presentation of merchandise including appropriate signage:
- Maintains a clean, safe work environment, including store, café, and common areas.
- Maintains fixtures and equipment.
- Works with Sales Manager to maintain professional and attractive signage and promotional windows.
- Works with Sales Manger to maintain effective merchandise presentation.
- Maintains a high level of customer service

QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Job-related skills include, but are not limited to initiative, goal orientation, creativity, and communication. Ability to walk/stand for long periods of time is necessary.
2. Essential personality traits include enthusiasm, dependability, flexibility, and integrity.