Seasonal Guide, Salem, Massachusetts

Job Description Salary: $16.50/hourDescription:Historic New England seeks seasonal, part-time Guides to work select weekday and weekend days at North Shore sites in Salem, MA. Phillips House, the only mansion open to the public on historic Chestnut Street, focuses on the Phillips familys life as an upper-middle class family in the early 20th Century, while tours of Gedney House explore 17th century architecture, and the changes in New England life through the 20th century, from taverns and witch trials to Salems Little Italy and historic preservation.In addition to tours, Guides assist with daily museum operations including online ticketing and membership sales, museum store, museum maintenance, and opening and closing the properties. Training is provided.Qualifications: Applicants should enjoy working with the public, have an interest in inclusive history, and be comfortable working with computers. Experience in customer service is desirable. Must be able to work a flexible schedule Thursdays Sundays, Mondays in October and Halloween week. Applicants must commit to employment through the end of the 2026 season, June November 1.If you are applying for a guide position at more than one HNE property, please indicate this in your cover letter.Historic New England is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.