Classified Ad Title:
Assistant Manager (Seasonal)

Post Date
1/5/2026

Expiration Date
2/28/2026

Details:
Season: March - October Employment
Type: Seasonal, Part-Time 10 – 20 hours weekly
Reports To: Museum Manager / Curator

Position Overview
The Assistant Manager helps support the daily operation of a busy, small nonprofit historical museum. This role assists the Museum Curator with visitor services, basic administrative tasks, staff support, and general site operations. The Assistant Manager often works hands-on and may cover multiple duties as needed to keep the site running smoothly.

Primary Responsibilities
Visitor Services
· Welcome visitors and provide a positive, friendly experience
· Answer questions about the museum, exhibits, and local history
· Assist with gift shop sales, restocking, and basic cash handling

Staff Support
· Assist with supervision of seasonal staff
· Assist with basic training and scheduling

Administrative Support
· Assist with simple record keeping, attendance tracking, and reports
· Monitor inventory, cash/banking, etc. as needed

Qualifications:
Qualifications
· Experience in customer service, tourism, retail, sales/marketing or nonprofit work preferred
· Interest in history, museums, or community service is a plus
· Friendly, reliable, flexible, and willing to help where needed
· Comfortable working weekends and holidays if needed
· Basic computer, social media & POS knowledge is preferred

Physical & Work Requirements
· Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
· Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Comments:
Compensation
· Hourly wage: $15 - $20
· Nonprofit perks include flexible scheduling, staff discount
· Yearly bonus

Employer:
Pony Express Station Museum
Contact:
Matt Weiss

Work Phone:
308-529-1386

Email:
matt@ponyexpressstation.org

Website:
https://www.ponyexpressstation.org/