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Business Manager

As a key member of a small team, the Business Manager is responsible for the general day-to-day management of Historic Geneva’s office. The position is full time (35 hours a week) with a Tuesday – Saturday schedule. The salary is $ 31,000-$33,000 depending on experience and skill set. Benefits include paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and holidays) and contributions to a retirement plan.

Training and Experience: Associate degree in business administration, accounting, or related field or equivalent experience. 1-3 years’ administrative support experience, preferably in a non-profit environment. Working knowledge of accounting principles and practices. Experience with Microsoft applications, QuickBooks, and databases. Strong oral, written communication, and customer service skills. Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to work independently and collaboratively on multiple projects. The ideal candidate will be flexible and willing to shift projects as demands and priorities of Historic Geneva change depending on the time of year.

Specific Responsibilities: Reporting to the Executive Director, the Business Manager is responsible for the day-to-day management of Historic Geneva’s office. Duties include recording the daily cash receipts, payments to vendors, and payroll payments to employees; preparing monthly bank reconciliations for multiple bank accounts and monthly financial statements; maintaining the donor database; coordinating bulk mailings; and assisting with Historic Geneva’s gift shops. As the receptionist at the Geneva History Museum, the Business Manager will ensure that callers and visitors are assisted in a courteous and timely fashion. Other responsibilities include overseeing the volunteer program, taking minutes at the monthly Board meetings, and helping disseminate information about Historic Geneva activities.

How To Apply: Send a resume and cover letter to Kerry Lippincott, Executive Director at director@historicgeneva.org with “Business Manager” in the subject line. For complete job description, click here.

Gift Shop Manager

As a key member of a small team, the Gift Shop Manager is responsible for the management and operations of gift shops at the Geneva History Museum and Rose Hill Mansion. The position is part-time (up to 25 hours a week) and the salary is $20 per hour. Benefits include paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and holidays) and contributions to a retirement plan.

Training and Experience: 2-3 years of retail management experience and 2 years of customer service experience. Experience with Microsoft applications and retail systems (POS systems, e-commerce, shipping fulfillment, etc.). Strong oral, written communication, and customer service skills. Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to work independently and collaboratively on multiple projects. Physical strength, stamina, and coordination to perform a wide variety of job tasks including climbing on ladders, continuously standing, and lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds. The ideal candidate will be flexible with their work schedule for the purpose of supporting the gift shops’ schedules and Historic Geneva’s programs and events.

Specific Responsibilities: Reporting to the Executive Director, the Gift Shop Manager is responsible for the day-to-day management of the gift shops at the Geneva History Museum and Rose Hill Mansion. Duties include managing operations for both gift shops (including merchandise research, purchasing, pricing, staging, processing payments, selling Rose Hill admissions, etc.); building and maintaining relationships with vendors; managing the point-of-sale system; overseeing Historic Geneva’s online gift shop and other e-commerce sites with assistance from the Business Manager; and conducting an annual physical inventory of both gift shops

How To Apply: Send a resume and cover letter to Kerry Lippincott, Executive Director at director@historicgeneva.org with “Gift Shop Manager” in the subject line. For complete job description, click here.

Internship Opportunities

Rose Hill Mansion Internships

Interns are key members of a small team that is responsible for the ongoing interpretation of Rose Hill Mansion. Under the supervision of the Visitor Services and Programs Manager, interns will gain valuable, hands-on museum experiences.  Responsibilities may include leading guided tours, designing and installing exhibits, conducting a research project, and creating public programs and special events.  for a complete internship description, click here. To apply, email resume to rosehill@historicgeneva.org with “RH Internship ” in the subject line.

The internship program is divided into three sessions – Spring (February to May), Summer (May/June to August), and Fall (September to December).   Academic credit can be arranged for students who complete a minimum number of hours per week, as determined by their academic institution.  Candidates who apply for the summer program are considered for paid positions.

Volunteer Opportunities

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