EMPLOYMENT AT THE MUSEUM

Through their individual and collective energy and talent, the staff and volunteers of the Museum of Discovery and Science provide pathways to learning and enjoyment to visitors of all ages.

The Museum offers a dynamic and enriching environment to work in and to volunteer. Opportunities vary, and the following brief descriptions provide insight into available positions. If no listings appear, then there are no employment opportunities currently available. Please check back periodically for future job openings. Please note that because of the volume of resumes and applications received it is not possible to acknowledge receipt, therefore, if you are selected for an interview you will be notified.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, offering a solid benefit package, and invite you to apply for any position you feel suited for. Please provide a cover letter describing your fit with our opportunity along with a current resume detailing your experience and background.

The Museum of Discovery and Science is located in downtown Ft. Lauderdale at 401 S.W. Second Street, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312. For more information about the Museum, visitors should call 954.467.6637.
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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Please follow the application instructions included in the job posting. If no instructions are indicated, you may choose one of the following three ways to submit your application:

A. E-mail your resume and cover letter.

When submitting a resume by e-mail, please attach your resume in MS Word format only. This will expedite processing. Also, the position title must be included in the subject line of your e-mail in order for your resume to be accepted.

E-mail your resume and cover letter to jobs@mods.net.

B. Mail your resume and cover letter to:

Museum of Discovery and Science
Attn: Human Resources Department
401 SW Second Street
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33312

Don’t forget to list the position title at the top of your cover letter.

C. FAX your resume and cover letter to:

Attn: Human Resources Department
FAX: 954.467.0046.

*Don’t forget to list the position title at the top of your cover letter.

Thank you for your interest in joining the Museum!
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CURRENT JOB LISTINGS
(Last Updated 5/7/08)

GROUP SALES AND RESERVATIONS AGENT
(Part Time)

Experience in phone sales (1 year or more). Heightened customer service and organizational skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to handle multiple tasks at the same time. Computer literate in word processing, Excel, Word, etc. Ability to work extended hours, including weekends and holidays. Agent must be able to learn the VISTA Ticketing System quickly.

Sell the Museum’s group products and programs. Execute reservations and transactions for same. Hourly rate $7.50.


EXPLORE STORE - SALES ASSOCIATES
(Entry level - Part Time)

Sales Associates process Museum visitor merchandize transactions using a cash register. Previous customer service and sales experience is required. Good oral communications skills and customer service skills are a must. Candidates must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with children and be able to lift up to 50 pounds in order to stock store merchandise.


VISITOR SERVICES - CASHIERS
(Entry Level - Part Time)

Previous customer service and sales experience is required. Good communications skills and customer service skills are a must. Cashiers process Museum visitor admission and other product transactions using a touch screen computerized system. Candidates must be comfortable operating a computer.


VISITOR SERVICES – USHERS
(Entry level - Part Time)

Previous customer service and sales experience is required. Good communications skills and customer service skills are a must. Ushers are responsible for loading visitors into IMAX shows, exiting visitors from IMAX shows and cleaning and maintaining IMAX 3D glasses.

GRAPHIC ARTIST
(Full Time)

Graphic artists will assist the Creative Director in concept, design and production of all collateral material for the Museum and IMAX Theater. Experience in Macintosh platform and graphic design software, (QuarkXpress, Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop) is required. Hourly rate is $9 per hour.