Weekend Guest Services Attendant - Batavia Depot Museum

Batavia Depot Museum Weekend Guest Services Attendant (Seasonal)

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The Batavia Park District was established in 1969 through voter referendum. Since its establishment, the Park District maintains and operates approximately 400 acres, comprised of 40 sites, a skate and bike park, a unique aquatic facility, a museum and a multitude of baseball and soccer fields and tennis and basketball courts. The Park District offers nearly 2,000 programs each year and serves roughly 95,000 participants through various recreational, arts, and environmental programs.

Vibrant and charming, Batavia's Riverwalk (named one of the Midwest region's "Top 10" by the Chicago Tribune) is known for being a unique recreational area in the downtown area. The Batavia Park District is committed to excellence and is a leader in providing leisure experiences that enhance the quality of life for our community.

Location: Batavia Depot Museum, Batavia IL

Date Available: June, 2026

Job Summary: The Weekend Guest Services Attendant is a short-term seasonal position, responsible for aiding patrons with general information on exhibits and museum programs, gift shop sales, events and services.

Essential Functions:

• Open and close the Batavia Depot Museum and assess exhibit space and outbuildings for general upkeep.
• Greet visitors and provide accurate and complete information regarding exhibits and events.
• Manage incoming calls and address patron inquiries in person and on the phone.
• Process gift shop payments.
• Responsible for upkeep of visitor areas to ensure the museum is welcoming.
• Follow District and Museum communication procedures, guidelines and policies.
• Perform all jobs and tasks within guidelines and rules of Park District's Safety program.

Qualifications:

• Customer service experience preferred, but not required.
• Interest in local history.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate enthusiastically, patiently, and empathetically with a diverse visitor population.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively.
• Strong verbal communication and active listening skills.

Seasonal

Work Schedule:

Weekends June-August; this position is not eligible for benefits.

Salary: $15.00 per hour (DOQ).

The Batavia Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer