FWS Fall 2025, Lexington History Museum - Museum Attendant

Job Title
FWS Fall 2025, Lexington History Museum - Museum Attendant


Requisition Number
DU13721


Department Name
1B531:Federal Work Study


Work Location
210 N Broadway Lexington, KY, 40507


Salary Range
$12.50 - $13.50


Type of Position
Student


Position Time Status
Part-Time


Required Education

High school diploma.



Required Related Experience

N/A



Required License/Registration/Certification

N/A



Physical Requirements

Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.



Shift

Thursday and Friday, 12:00pm – 4:00pm
Saturday, 10:00am – 4:00pm





Job Summary

The Museum Attendant will be responsible for greeting visitors, handling admissions, and providing information about exhibits and programs. The Attendant will also provide support with events, as needed – which can include setup/breakdown and helping staff guide visitors through the experience. Duties will also include general museum maintenance such as vacuuming and dusting, and helping to maintain safety of the exhibits and objects therein. The Attendant will also help the Museum to track attendance and will assist with data entry related to visitation.



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Excellent communication skills; interest in sharing history; interest in the humanities; ability to handle simple monetary exchanges; confidence and openness to provide the best experience for every potential visitor.



Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No


Preferred Education/Experience

Retail (exchanging money for goods or services), greeter, event staff, and public service in general. History, Communications, Library Science, Museum Studies, English, and Political Science (Humanities) majors preferred.



Deadline to Apply
08/15/2025


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