Volunteer Docent: Part-time

POSITION SUMMARY: 

TAM’s volunteer Docents are essential to the operation of the museum and the first point of contact for museum visitors and general public. They help field a variety of inquires and provide information about the exhibitions, programs, and services presented by the museum. They ensure that attendance to the museum is tracked and that visitors sign in and adhere to museum policies. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Create friendly, welcoming, and informative experiences for visitors
Greet guests, callers, and general public and provide them with current information about TAM exhibitions and programs
Direct visitor, callers, and colleagues to appropriate staff members/departments
Promote programming, volunteer opportunities, and events
Periodically clean the front desk and other high touch areas in the galleries to ensure a safe, hygienic guest experience
Keep informed about the exhibitions on view and upcoming programs
Check voice messages/emails and direct them to appropriate departments
Track museum attendance

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE:

Excellent communication skills. Demonstrated ability to engage effectively with culturally diverse audiences. Work well with public. Ability to sit for 3 hours. Commit to 2 shifts per month while exhibits are open. Be at least 18 years of age. Willing to be fingerprinted for background check. 

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Interest in Art, willingness to learn about each exhibit, and desire to facilitate public engagement with the Arts.  

APPLY: 

Please contact our Outreach Specialist– via email at torranceartmuseumca@gmail.com