
Job Opportunities
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Volunteer Positions
Thank you for your interest in Belmont Mansion. Volunteers are a vital part of our organization who assist in numerous ways. Regular volunteers give tours, work in the museum shop, assist with special events and help decorate for Christmas. We rely heavily on the help of our dedicated volunteers and welcome your participation at Belmont Mansion.
If you are interested in volunteering please contact Jerry Trescott by email: jerry.trescott@belmont.edu or by phone: 615-460-5459.
Current Job Openings: 1
Posted 1-11-23
Historical Interpreter
Job Type: Part Time Staff
Availability: Particular need for all day shifts
Supervisor: Director of Operations; daily tasks may be assigned by the Curator of Collections
Job Purpose: To share with guests the mansion’s history, early Nashville and Civil War history, and information about the museum collection and furnishings. To give guided museum tours of Belmont Mansion and assist with the mansion’s daily operations
Experience: Previous museum or similar experience preferred
Education: High school degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
Working Conditions: Standing and walking while speaking for an hour or more without break; climbing stairs; adherence to professional dress code; wearing name tag required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
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Interest in and basic knowledge of American History
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Excellent verbal communication skills
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Excellent interpersonal skills for working with other mansion staff and guests
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Ability to be part of a positive team environment and strong commitment to customer service
Job Functions:
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Ability to comprehend docent training materials and effectively communicate to guests the mansion’s history, early Nashville and Civil War history, and information about the museum collection and furnishings. Training will be provided.
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Giving guided tours to the mansion’s guests as needed
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Answering the telephone and greeting guests at the front door
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Ringing up cash register transactions for admissions and museum shop purchases
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Participating in special events hosted at the mansion by providing logistical support as needed and appropriate
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Helping to maintain museum shop inventory, participating in staff meetings and training sessions, helping with seasonal decorating, and other mansion activities as assigned
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Other duties as assigned
Please direct any questions, a resume, and cover letter to mansioneducation@belmont.edu