About this opportunity
Minnesota Discovery Center lists this Visitor Experience Staff opportunity in chisholm, Minnesota. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Reports to: Visitor Experience Specialist
FTE Status: Part-Time or Seasonal
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
Location: Onsite
Schedule: Up to 20 hours/week; Thursday - Saturday (winter hours); Thursday - Sunday (summer hours); Evenings, special events, and Tuesday/Wednesday as needed
Wage: $15.50 - $20.00
Benefits: PTO, Membership and Discounts
Job Summary:
The Visitor Experience Staff serves as a primary point of contact for all visitors, delivering a welcoming and engaging guest experience while supporting daily operations. This role is responsible for admissions, retail sales, and cash handling, as well as maintaining a clean, organized, and inviting environment. The Visitor Experience Staff may assist with programs, tours, events, and venue rentals, and provide clerical and operational support to ensure smooth day-to-day functioning. This position requires strong customer service skills, attention to detail, adaptability, and the ability to interact effectively with diverse audiences in a dynamic, fast-paced setting.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Welcome and engage visitors, answer questions, and provide referrals
Handle cash transactions and complete daily financial reporting
Perform opening and closing procedures, including end-of-day cleaning
Maintain a clean, organized, and inviting admissions area and gift shop environment
Prepare materials for admissions and activities; print and organize necessary resources
Provide general clerical support, including filing and data entry
Interact with visitors of all ages and enforce site rules
Support venue rentals, food service, and special events
Provide shuttle services for guests using a people mover
Perform other duties as assigned by leadership
Qualifications:
Education and Experience
Customer service experience preferred
Money handling experience preferred
Required Skills/Abilities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, point-of-sale systems, and digital file organization tools (e.g., SharePoint, Google Drive, or similar).
Ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds
Friendly, outgoing, and enjoys working with the public
Experience with cash handling procedures
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative
Adaptable and comfortable in a flexible work environment
Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Must be able to team lift up to 50 pounds at times
Must be able to traverse property
Must be able to communicate with guests and staff
Must be able to operate a people mover
Work is performed primarily indoors, but may be outdoors in all weather conditions depending on day's events
Will interact with guests of all ages and backgrounds
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Worksite address
chisholm, MN, 55719, US
Who can apply
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