Current Employment Opportunities

Visitor Experience Specialist

 
Work Conditions:

Office environment in a combination of areas: historic buildings, general grounds area, museum, education center, and visitor center. Moderate lifting and cleaning. Requires some evening and/or weekend work. Telework not authorized.

Responsibilities:

The Visitor Experience Specialist (VES) is responsible for ensuring each visitor receives outstanding customer service by providing a friendly environment which includes greeting and acknowledging every visitor, answering questions, maintaining outstanding professional standards, and possessing thorough knowledge of Red Hill, Patrick Henry, Quarter Place, and exhibits in the museum and historic buildings. The position requires an understanding of interpretive standards and how they are applied in a public history venue.

  • Welcome and orient visitors by offering assistance in a warm and friendly manner, ensuring all programs, exhibitions, and services are properly communicated to visitors.
  • Respond to inquiries in person, by telephone, and email.
  • Represent as needed during special events and in welcoming tour groups.
  • Be knowledgeable about the history of Patrick Henry’s Red Hill.
  • Provide information about programs and special events. Coordinate with a small staff to ensure a high level of visitor experience is achieved and programming is successful.
  • Open and close the Visitor Center and historic buildings.
  • Maintain proper appearance of the front desk area including visitor orientation, and inventory of brochures and gift shop items.
  • Troubleshoot visitor problems.
  • Ensure public spaces are set-up and tidy for general operations and all types of programming.
  • Support program and event execution, including special visits, educational programming, and outreach programs.
  • Track attendance, receive visitor feedback, and collect visitor contact and other information.
  • Perform routine tasks as assigned and anticipate daily needs of ongoing activities.
  • Work on special projects as needed.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
  • Minimum of two (2) years of visitor or customer service experience preferably in a museum or attraction setting.
  • At least 18 years of age.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Proficiency with Square and Point of Sale are preferred.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with fluent oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently, as a team member, recognize needs, and take initiative.
  • Possess a polished and professional demeanor.
  • Ability to work in various environments: office, historic structures, and collections storage areas.
  • Must be able to work in indoor and outdoor locations in all seasons (including sunny and inclement weather) during the course of a work day.
Salary:

Hourly – $12.50/hour

Closes:

Open until filled. Contact Hope Marstin, CEO, at om@redhill.org

 

Current Internship Opportunities

 

Archives Intern

 
Summary:

The Patrick Henry Memorial Foundation seeks one (1) organized, detail-oriented Archives Intern to assist in the processing and organization of historical papers belonging to James S. Easley, the first president of PHMF. This internship offers the opportunity to work closely with primary source materials from 1940 to 1965, contributing to the preservation of important documents pertaining to the early operations and restoration of Red Hill. The intern will organize, label, and arrange these papers in a systematic, chronological order using a numerical accessioning system. The intern will rehouse all materials in archival-quality folders and boxes to maintain their integrity for future research.

Current or recently graduated undergraduate and graduate students in history, museum studies, public history, art history, historic preservation, or related disciplines are encouraged to apply.

Position-Specific Activities
  • Organize and Sort Documents: Review and catalog the Papers of James S. Easley, ensuring they are organized into distinct chronological groupings for the years 1944 to 1965.
  • Label Archival Folders: Create clear, accurate labels for each archival folder, following a numerical system. Each folder will correspond to a specific set of papers or a time period, with labels including relevant descriptions.
  • Chronological Arrangement: Arrange the papers in strict chronological order within the archival folders, ensuring consistency and accuracy.
  • Preservation: Ensure all papers are handled carefully, following proper archival procedures. Store and organize the documents in acid-free, archival-quality folders and boxes to protect the integrity of the materials.
  • Documentation: Maintain detailed records of the work completed, including descriptions of the organization process and any significant findings or observations related to the documents.
  • Collaboration: Work with the Curator to ensure organizational systems meet archival standards and assist with additional archival and collections projects as needed.
  • The intern will be given opportunities to attend organizational events, such as staff meetings, to understand the workplace and its initiatives better. Other activities will be assigned to further the intern’s learning, knowledge, and experience.
Requirements:
  • 3.0 or above cumulative GPA
  • Currently enrolled or recently graduated from an undergraduate or graduate program in history, museum studies, public history, art history, or related disciplines.
  • Ability to commit 32 hours (4 days) a week minimum.
  • Basic knowledge of current practices in museum collections management.
  • Computer proficiency, preferably with experience in collections management databases.
  • Dedicated team player with strong leadership skills and an independent, creative attitude. 
Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Ability to lift 20 lbs. and navigate Red Hill’s historic buildings and landscape. Mobility and sensory capability are required to care for artifacts, computer utilization, telephone access and communication, and communication in one-on-one meetings. Non-employee position.

Internship Duration:

10-12 weeks, with an expected move-in date of Monday, May 19. Flexibility with intern’s schedule is possible.

Compensation:

Intern will be paid a $1,600 stipend to be distributed over the course of the semester. Housing with on-site amenities is provided.

How to Apply:

A completed internship application consists of the following:

  • Cover letter
  • Resume outlining your educational, professional, and volunteer experiences
  • Contact information for two references

Send the above items to Cody Youngblood, Director of Historic Preservation & Collections: cody@redhill.org

Application Deadline:

March 28th at 11:59 pm

 

 

Archaeology Intern

 
Summary:

In 2025, archaeological research will focus on the site of two cabin foundations at Quarter Place. The Patrick Henry Memorial Foundation seeks one (1) Archaeology Intern for Summer 2025 to assist with fieldwork and lab work. The intern will work with the Staff Archaeologist and volunteers while gaining experience with archaeological methods, public archaeology, and the work of a historic site. This position requires outdoor work and moderate physical activity such as crouching, lifting, and digging with shovels and trowels. Red Hill can partner with students to complete the internship as part of course credit as long as the student lets the staff know in advance what paperwork will need to be completed.

Position-Specific Activities
  • Assist the Staff Archaeologist with archaeological fieldwork, including shovel test pit survey, excavation, site recording, and data collection using GIS.
  • Assist the Staff Archaeologist with archaeological lab work, including cleaning, sorting, labeling, and researching artifacts.
  • Help the Staff Archaeologist orient new volunteers to the excavation site by explaining the basic history of the site, project goals, and instructions for basic fieldwork techniques.
  • Occasionally help with Red Hill events, including the Independence Day Celebration and some school field trip days.
  • Attend staff meetings to learn more about the various operations of a historic site and museum.
Requirements:
  • Completed college-level coursework in archaeology, anthropology, history, historic preservation, or a related field
  • 3.0 or above cumulative GPA
  • Ability to commit 32 hours (4 days) a week minimum.
  • Ability to work with a team as well as independently under supervision
  • Strong communication skills
  • Excellent organization and attention to detail
Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Ability to lift 30 lbs. and navigate Red Hill’s historic outdoor landscape. Mobility and sensory capability are required to care for artifacts, conduct archaeological digs in different weather conditions, and operate computer systems. Non-employee position.

Internship Duration:

10-12 weeks. Start and end dates are flexible depending on the intern’s school schedule and vacations.

Compensation:

Intern will be paid a $1,600 stipend to be distributed over the course of the semester. Housing with on-site amenities is provided.

How to Apply:

A completed internship application consists of the following:

  • Cover letter
  • Resume outlining your educational, professional, and volunteer experiences
  • Contact information for two references

Send the above items to to Lucia Butler, Staff Archaeologist: lucia@redhill.org

Application Deadline:

March 28th at 11:59 pm