Museum Education Assistant

Old Sturbridge Village is seeking a Museum Education Assistant to oversee the administrative duties of our busy Museum Education department, which serves approximately 50,000 people annually through school and summer programming, scout overnights, and other educational programs throughout the year. This role will contribute Old Sturbridge Village’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.

Old Sturbridge Village, the largest outdoor history museum in the Northeast, depicts a rural New England town of the 1830s. Step inside more than 40 original buildings, and explore homes, meetinghouses, a district school, country store, bank, working farm, three water-powered mills, and trade shops – all situated on more than 200 scenic acres. Talk with authentically costumed historians and see heritage breed farm animals. Discover the endless ways to immerse yourself in the Village. Old Sturbridge Village, a museum and learning resource of New England life, invites each visitor to find meaning, pleasure, relevance, and inspiration through the exploration of history.

Old Sturbridge Village is committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility. We are passionate about developing and maintaining an inclusive, equitable and accessible working and learning environment for all visitors, staff and OSV community members. We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to different ways of understanding and engaging the world around us.

This position is full-time, Monday-Friday with occasional evening and weekends hours required.

Essential Duties:

• Maintain exceptional levels of customer service for visitors of all ages
• Oversee ticketing office and admissions procedures
• Serve as the main point of contact for all Museum Education inquiries- email, phone, and in person
• Advising teachers and other group leaders about program options and work with them to determine the ideal visit
• Outreach to schools and organizations about field trips and other opportunities for collaboration.
• Promotes diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.
• Input event information and book programs into our online ticketing system
• Build and maintain mailing lists for school program outreach
• Create floor plans for teaching staff
• Maintain digital and hard files, including the compilation and evaluation of audience data
• Oversee supply ordering and inventory
• Coordinate staff scheduling, approve time cards, and assist with onboarding of new staff
• Work across Museum departments to communicate details about education programs
• Assist with Museum Education programs including school visits, Discovery Adventures, Historical Craft Classes, and programming with Old Sturbridge Academy as needed.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• 2 to 3 years of experience as an administrative assistant, an office manager or Associate’s Degree or other relevant educational experience.
• Ability to work cooperatively with diverse groups.
• Excellent customer service skills and able to work with a variety of audiences.
• Well-organized and attentive to detail, with an interest in creating systems of organization.
• Ability to work in an environment that is, during the busy school field trip season, often high energy with many unscheduled requests.
• Experience with Blackbaud Altru or other Blackbaud products is ideal.
• Money handling and or work with a Point of Sale system is helpful.
• Advanced MS Word and Excel experience are essential
• Ability to maintain productivity while handling unanticipated customer service tasks. Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail, enjoy interacting with visitors, and be able to prioritize and complete tasks independently. An interest in informal education, children, or history is a plus!

Old Sturbridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Old Sturbridge Village to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or membership in the uniformed services.

Applicants who wish to apply should submit their resume and cover letter to Human Resources at jobs@osv.org

Grounds Technician/Equipment Operator

Under the supervision of the Grounds Manager operate heavy equipment and perform year-round maintenance of the lawns, shrubs and grounds. This role will contribute Old Sturbridge Village’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.

Old Sturbridge Village, the largest outdoor history museum in the Northeast, depicts a rural New England town of the 1830s. Step inside more than 40 original buildings, and explore homes, meetinghouses, a district school, country store, bank, working farm, three water-powered mills, and trade shops – all situated on more than 200 scenic acres. Talk with authentically costumed historians and see heritage breed farm animals. Discover the endless ways to immerse yourself in the Village. Old Sturbridge Village, a museum and learning resource of New England life, invites each visitor to find meaning, pleasure, relevance, and inspiration through the exploration of history.

Old Sturbridge Village is committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility. We are passionate about developing and maintaining an inclusive, equitable and accessible working and learning environment for all visitors, staff and OSV community members. We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to different ways of understanding and engaging the world around us.

Essential Duties:

• Provide the best experience possible for all visitors.
• Ensure the safety and cleanliness of the work area and share responsibility with all staff for the clean and neat appearance of the entire museum.
• Operate all heavy and light equipment inclusive of dump trucks, sanders and tractors.
• Promotes diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.
• Perform a variety of specialized groundskeeping duties, including lawn and plant care, clean up, fertilizing, landscaping, sod installation, weeding, etc.
• Perform a variety of hardscaping tasks inclusive of stone, brick, earthen and asphalt installations/repairs.
• Execute tree felling on occasion.
• Perform duties such as paper picking, trash removal, etc.
• Assist contractors and in house craft persons in projects as needed.
• Provide care and service for all ground equipment inclusive of tractors, chain saws, etc.
• Responsible for assisting in snow removal and ice control as required.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); one to three years equipment operation experience and groundskeeping experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid driver’s license and Hoisting License within 6 months of employment.
• Incumbent functions independently within broad scope of department policies and goals; daily activities are monitored and scheduled through Grounds Manager.
• Ability to work cooperatively with diverse groups.
• Generally refers specific problems to manager only where clarification of departmental policies and procedures may be required.
• Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Regularly lift and/ or move up to 25 lbs. and frequently life and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places.

Old Sturbridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Old Sturbridge Village to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or membership in the uniformed services.

Applicants who wish to apply should submit their resume and cover letter to Human Resources at jobs@osv.org

Operations Office Manager

This positon will play a key role in maintaining office services for the Maintenance, housekeeping and security department. This position will report to the Director of Operations. The Office Manager here at old Sturbridge Village will organize and coordinate office administration and procedures, in order to ensure organizational effectiveness, efficiency and safety. To maintain these departments, it will be done by organizing office operations and procedures, preparing time cards, controlling correspondence, designing filing systems, and streamlining administrative procedures.

Old Sturbridge Village, the largest outdoor history museum in the Northeast, depicts a rural New England town of the 1830s. Step inside more than 40 original buildings, and explore homes, meetinghouses, a district school, country store, bank, working farm, three water-powered mills, and trade shops – all situated on more than 200 scenic acres. Talk with authentically costumed historians and see heritage breed farm animals. Discover the endless ways to immerse yourself in the Village. Old Sturbridge Village, a museum and learning resource of New England life, invites each visitor to find meaning, pleasure, relevance, and inspiration through the exploration of history.

Old Sturbridge Village is committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility. We are passionate about developing and maintaining an inclusive, equitable and accessible working and learning environment for all visitors, staff and OSV community members. We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to different ways of understanding and engaging the world around us.

Qualifications:

• An associate’s degree or equivalent.
• Ability to work cooperatively with diverse groups.
• Three years of experience in office administration.
• Office management experience.
• Excellent computer skills, including a high degree of proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.

 Essential Duties:

• Review and approve all staff time sheets.
• Record PTO and sick times for both Maintenance and Housekeeping
• Monitor phone calls.
• Generate work orders and log them in.
• Approval of all invoices and payments.
• Department purchasing – supplies and uniforms.
• Generate reports and track spending for projects.
• Maintaining files on Museum buildings including tenants and school.
• Maintaining files on all vendors.
• Preparing regulatory documents including Town permits and licenses.
• Registering of vehicles and scheduling inspections.
• Maintaining and distribution of “monthly reminders”.
• Issuing and recording key distribution.
• Review all documents and activities of the Security department.
• Promotes diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.
• Work closely and assist Housekeeping manager.
• Maintain and distribute schedule of all monthly events.
• Petty Cash
• Other duties as requested

Old Sturbridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Old Sturbridge Village to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or membership in the uniformed services.

Applicants who wish to apply should submit their resume and cover letter to Human Resources at jobs@osv.org

Building Trades Manager

The Building Trades Manager will be responsible for overseeing all historical and non-historical carpentry and masonry work consisting of restoration, conservation and preservation projects on OSV campuses.  Manage building trades staff (6) comprising of carpenters, painters and general maintenance. This position reports to the Director of Facilities. This role will support Old Sturbridge Village’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.

Old Sturbridge Village, the largest outdoor history museum in the Northeast, depicts a rural New England town of the 1830s. Step inside more than 40 original buildings, and explore homes, meetinghouses, a district school, country store, bank, working farm, three water-powered mills, and trade shops – all situated on more than 200 scenic acres. Talk with authentically costumed historians and see heritage breed farm animals. Discover the endless ways to immerse yourself in the Village. Old Sturbridge Village, a museum and learning resource of New England life, invites each visitor to find meaning, pleasure, relevance, and inspiration through the exploration of history.

Old Sturbridge Village is committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility. We are passionate about developing and maintaining an inclusive, equitable and accessible working and learning environment for all visitors, staff and OSV community members. We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to different ways of understanding and engaging the world around us.

Qualifications

• Eight to twelve years of carpentry experience, with progressive leadership experience.
• Associate’s degree or equivalent of two years college or technical school/ vocational training preferred.
• Construction Supervisor License preferred but not required
• Valid driver’s license
• Massachusetts Hoisting License preferred but not required.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and create shop drawings
• Must have the ability to work cooperatively with diverse groups.
• Must have experience in cost estimating, material procurement, and contractor negotiations
• Must be capable of understanding and applying building codes and other relevant federal, state, and local regulations.
• Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Provide the best experience possible for all visitors.
• Ensure the safety and cleanliness of the work area and share responsibility with all staff for the clean and neat appearance of the entire museum.
• Direct the day-to-day operation of carpenters, painters, and general maintenance staff.
• Works with other colleagues to develop scope of works, secure proposals, and perform contract administration on building and maintenance projects.
• Provide training to building trades staff relative to safety regulations.
• Promotes diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.
• Prepare project and maintenance project report documents.
• Responsible for all material procurement for building trades operations.
• Perform historical and non-historical carpentry and masonry work consisting of restoration, conservation and preservation projects including:  roof shingling, sidewall installation, structural framing repairs, interior and exterior trim fabrication and installation, fenestration, masonry, plaster repairs, etc.
• Perform exhibition carpentry work on exhibit installations including: exhibit case fabrication and setting construction.
• Assist in projects requiring a broad understanding of masonry, electrical, plumbing, mechanical works, etc.
• Provide general hand tools and maintain OSV power tools.
• Read and understand blueprints.
• Assist in snow removal and ice control as needed.
• Perform other non-carpentry type tasks as required.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/ or move up to 25 lbs. and frequently life and/or move up to 50 lbs.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to elevated places.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position has daily supervisory responsibilities under the guidance of  the Director of Facilities

Old Sturbridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Old Sturbridge Village to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or membership in the uniformed services.

Applicants who wish to apply should submit their resume and cover letter to Human Resources at jobs@osv.org

Research Historian

The Research Historian will be member of the Collections & Research Department at Old Sturbridge Village. The primary focus of the Research Historian’s work through December 2023 will be to assist the staff working group implementing the “Foundations of Interpretation” project that is funded by the National Endowment for the Humanities. This project seeks to expand the narratives that are currently at the heart of the public program offered by the Museum in order to present a more complete and inclusive history of everyday life in New England from 1790 to 1840. After the completion of that project, the Research Historian will continue to research and write for the Museum, collaborate with other Collections & Research staff with exhibit development, and facilitate internal training and external programs for the public. Working with our Historian, the Research Historian will also support the Department of Interpretation and Museum Education Department as a research and training resource. This role will contribute to Old Sturbridge Village’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.

Old Sturbridge Village, the largest outdoor history museum in the Northeast, depicts a rural New England town of the 1830s. Step inside more than 40 original buildings, and explore homes, meetinghouses, a district school, country store, bank, working farm, three water-powered mills, and trade shops – all situated on more than 200 scenic acres. Talk with authentically costumed historians and see heritage breed farm animals. Discover the endless ways to immerse yourself in the Village. Old Sturbridge Village, a museum and learning resource of New England life, invites each visitor to find meaning, pleasure, relevance, and inspiration through the exploration of history.

Old Sturbridge Village is committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility. We are passionate about developing and maintaining an inclusive, equitable and accessible working and learning environment for all visitors, staff and OSV community members. We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to different ways of understanding and engaging the world around us.

Qualifications:

• A PhD in public history, museum studies, American history, or a related area of social/cultural history along with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
• Thorough understanding of late 18^th and early 19^th century New England history and the ability to relate that historic content to our world today.
• Commitment to inclusive history.
• Flexibility and ability to work well in a team environment.
• Ability to work cooperatively with diverse groups.
• Excellent research and writing skills.
• Ability to maintain high standards of scholarship, creativity, and sensitivity to audience needs.
• Proven ability to influence and drive change.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills including public speaking experience.
• Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.

Essential Duties:

• Assist the staff working group implementing the “Foundations of Interpretation” project with research and writing projects.
• Pursue the research topics suggested by the scholars and experts that have partnered with the museum for the “Foundations of Interpretation” project in order to expand the current historical narratives covered by museum programs.
• Act as the primary writer for internal training materials generated through the “Foundations of Interpretation” project.
• Conduct primary and secondary research and regularly write articles for internal use and publication for external audiences.
• Facilitate trainings for staff and present lectures and other programs externally at professional conferences and internally for Museum visitors regarding New England history from 1790 to 1840.
• This full-time benefited position requires some holiday work and a five-day Monday-Friday workweek with some weekend and evening hours to facilitate programming.
• Provide the best experience for all OSV learners.
• Facilitate educational programming for Old Sturbridge Academy as well as other youth and adult educational programs at the museum.
• Share responsibility with all staff for the clean and neat appearance of teaching spaces and the entire museum.
• Understand, identify, and appropriately respond to the multiple learning styles of a diverse audience that includes students, families, and other life-long learners. Actively engage these audiences using a range of interpretation techniques including hands-on, participation, tours, immersion, demonstration, recreation, lecture and others. Master the information and skills necessary to teach specific aspects of the museum to visitors.
• Work with colleagues (paid and volunteer) in the development, training, implementation and review of programs and experiences that meet the diverse needs of OSV audiences.
• Participate in special event programs and other special activities; work with Marketing & Public Relations to promote all museum activities.
• Participate in various projects or tasks assigned by the Director of Collections and Research.
• Safeguard visitors and staff by being alert to foreseeable health and safety hazards.
• Understand and observe all Village policies.
• Promote diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Old Sturbridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Old Sturbridge Village to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or membership in the uniformed services.

Applicants who wish to apply should submit their resume and cover letter to Human Resources at jobs@osv.org

Vice President of People and Culture

This Vice President of People and Culture will play a key role in developing and executing human resource and human capital management strategy in support of Old Sturbridge Village (OSV), Old Sturbridge Academy Charter School’s (OSA), and Coggeshall Farm Museum’s overall business plan and strategic direction. A key focus area for this position immediately will be developing an effective talent acquisition/employee recruitment program by forming strategic partnerships to source the highest performing, most passionate candidates to join the teams here at OSV, OSA and CFM. This role will ensure Old Sturbridge Village’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.

This position will direct and coordinate all human resources services for OSV, OSA and CFM ,  including full cycle recruitment activities, onboarding and orientation programs, compensation, benefits, policy and procedure development, employee relations, and legal compliance.

This position will report to the President and CEO and will work on-site at OSV with opportunities for remote work.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field
• 15 plus years of progressive HR management/leadership experience
• Demonstrated ability to manage/mentor/develop successful human resource professionals
• Prior experience working in non-profit organizations, or charter school, is preferred but not required.
• Demonstrated recruiting capabilities with the ability to recruit and work with a diverse employee and candidate population
• Ability to relate to, communicate and build trust-based relationships with employees at all levels of organization
• Demonstrated sound and consistent judgment, initiative and the ability to deal with complex, evolving situations.
• Ability to work productively with divergent opinions; promotes collaboration and exchange of ideas
• Outstanding interpersonal and leadership skills; a role model for our core values
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Promotes diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.
• Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills; demonstrated active listening skills
• Demonstrated ability to be flexible and adept at prioritizing and managing multiple tasks.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite with prior experience with progressive HR technology tools and methodologies.

Essential Duties:

• Develop a recruitment strategy consistent with company strategy and culture. Partner with leaders to build and sustain a leadership culture that drives retention, engagement, and team member performance.
• Develop and implement full recruiting cycle services to include strategic sourcing methodology and candidate management and selection to fill open positions at all levels of organization and across diverse divisions/functions.
• Collaborates with all departments to identify future talent needs and build talent pipelines accordingly.
• Support Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Access (DEIA) strategy and initiatives for the organization to attract and retain a diverse workplace. Serve as an advocate, coach, and facilitator for building diverse and inclusive teams.
• Consult, advise, and coach managers on organizational needs, recruiting, recognition, compensation, employee relations, and performance management program (performance reviews, work plans, performance improvement).
• Manage benefit programs to ensure high quality, cost effective benefits and services for our employees.
• Collaborate with leadership in developing and implementing initiatives to nurture a culture of respect, open communication, employee engagement, teamwork and positive employee relations.
• Recommend, develop, implement & maintain all personnel policies and procedures.
• Oversee management of an equitable compensation programs, including analysis and classification of all positions. Review all salary changes and position upgrades. Provide guidance to hiring managers on compensation process.
• Working with the management team, identify employee training needs and collaborate as necessary with managers to coordinate relevant training.
• Supervise daily operations in human resource department; manage human resource recordkeeping and reporting functions. Prepare and monitor department budget.
• Stay current on HR best practices; collaborate with other cultural institutions on industry trends.
• Ensure compliance with all state and federal laws and regulations
• Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Mentor and develop HR staff to ensure strong and effective function that is viewed as a partner by all divisions

Old Sturbridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Old Sturbridge Village to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or membership in the uniformed services.

Applicants who wish to apply should submit their resume and cover letter to Human Resources at jobs@osv.org

Senior Development Officer, Grants and Foundation Relations

Old Sturbridge Village seeks a Senior Development Officer, Grants and Foundation Relations to support the organization’s fundraising priorities by writing grant applications and reports, cultivating relationships with funders, and identifying new grant opportunities. The Senior Development Officer will work closely with all departments to support programs and activities across Old Sturbridge Village, Coggeshall Farm Museum, and Old Sturbridge Academy. This role will contribute Old Sturbridge Village’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.

Old Sturbridge Village, the largest outdoor history museum in the Northeast, depicts a rural New England town of the 1830s. Step inside more than 40 original buildings, and explore homes, meetinghouses, a district school, country store, bank, working farm, three water-powered mills, and trade shops – all situated on more than 200 scenic acres. Talk with authentically costumed historians and see heritage breed farm animals. Discover the endless ways to immerse yourself in the Village. Old Sturbridge Village, a museum and learning resource of New England life, invites each visitor to find meaning, pleasure, relevance, and inspiration through the exploration of history.

Old Sturbridge Village is committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility. We are passionate about developing and maintaining an inclusive, equitable and accessible working and learning environment for all visitors, staff and OSV community members. We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to different ways of understanding and engaging the world around us.

Essential Duties:

• Identifying new grant opportunities and working with staff across departments to pair museum needs with relevant funding opportunities.
• With the help of the Development Officer, Grants and Donor Communications, cultivate and write all proposals, acknowledgements, and follow-up reports for grants.
• Maintaining the current grants calendar of upcoming deadlines, targets, and projected revenue.
• Cultivating relationships with new, potential, and existing grand funders, and working with museum staff and board members to steward those relationships.
• Promotes diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.
• Scheduling and overseeing all site visits with foundation contacts
• Working closely with the Finance Department to prepare and report on grant budgets.
• Maintaining accurate and complete records of grant applications, awards, and related communications.
• Generating reports as required

This position is located in Sturbridge, MA with potential of a Hybrid schedule. Occasionally working evenings and weekends to attend stewardship and fundraising events are required.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• A proven track record of significant successful grant writing and research for a nonprofit organization. Experience with museums or arts & culture organizations is preferred but not required.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office (especially Word and Excel)
• Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrates commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Ability to work proactively and independently under tight deadlines with minimal supervision
• Ability to collaborate and work within a team, including close coordination with colleagues to achieve desired outcomes within a set timeframe
• Ability to delegate to, mentor, and work collaboratively with the Development Officer, Grants and Donor Communications
• Ability to work cooperatively with diverse groups.
• Project management experience, including managing complex projects with multiple deadlines, several stakeholders and collaborators, and competing priorities
• Experience with a CRM donor database is helpful, but not required. (The Village uses Blackbaud’s Altru system)

Along with your resume and cover letter, please submit two recent grant samples and a sample of a research profile. In both cases, the original narrative is preferred. Redacted or altered versions to preserve the anonymity of the requesting organization are acceptable. Please include your salary requirements in your cover letter.

Old Sturbridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Old Sturbridge Village to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or membership in the uniformed services.

Applicants who wish to apply should submit their resume and cover letter to Human Resources at jobs@osv.org.

Line Cook

This position will help prepare and serve food using recipes and menu items created by the Executive Chef and helps keep the kitchen running smoothly. This role will contribute to Old Sturbridge Village’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.
Old Sturbridge Village, the largest outdoor history museum in the Northeast, depicts a rural New England town of the 1830s. Step inside more than 40 original buildings, and explore homes, meetinghouses, a district school, country store, bank, working farm, three water-powered mills, and trade shops – all situated on more than 200 scenic acres. Talk with authentically costumed historians and see heritage breed farm animals. Discover the endless ways to immerse yourself in the Village. Old Sturbridge Village, a museum and learning resource of New England life, invites each visitor to find meaning, pleasure, relevance, and inspiration through the exploration of history.

Old Sturbridge Village is committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility. We are passionate about developing and maintaining an inclusive, equitable and accessible working and learning environment for all visitors, staff and OSV community members. We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to different ways of understanding and engaging the world around us.

Full-time with benefits

Must be available to work Wednesday – Sunday. Holidays are required and nights are required seasonally – October and December primarily.

Essential Duties:

Under the direct supervision of the Executive Chef the Line cook’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Preparing all food for Bullard Tavern guests in an organized timely manner
• Ensuring the highest level of food quality at all times
• Present and prepare all food according to Old Sturbridge Village standards and recipes
• Knowledge of proper food handling and allergen awareness
• Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Prepare soups, salads, meats, vegetables, desserts and other food for consumption throughout the food service locations of Old Sturbridge Village
• All other duties as assigned
• Ability to work cooperatively with diverse groups.

Qualifications:

• Culinary degree and/or 3 to 4 years of food preparation experience preferred
• Ability to read, write and communicate routine information
• Promotes diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.
• Must be able to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift and move up to 50lbs

Preferred:

• ServSafe Certification
• TIPS Certification

Apply:

Old Sturbridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Old Sturbridge Village to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or membership in the uniformed services.

Applicants who wish to apply should submit their resume and cover letter to Human Resources at jobs@osv.org

Bilingual Family Enrollment Assistant part-time - Worcester, MA

Old Sturbridge Village is seeking a Part-Time Family Enrollment Assistant at the location of the Worcester Cultural Academy an innovative new school that will serve grades k-8. This part-time (approximately 20-25 hours per week) school-based position with the potential to convert to a full-time role, which assists with all front office and operations functions necessary to start a high-performing school. Supporting the founding team’s vision, the Family Enrollment Assistant will assist with the implementation and maintenance of clear operational systems and a supportive school environment. This includes all family communication, answering phone calls, e-mail and texts, transportation changes, and support with attendance, recruitment, and enrollment. The Family Enrollment Assistant serves as a key member of the school’s office team, ensures that the school’s operations meet high standards of operational excellence, and families are offered outstanding customer service. This role will require some evening and weekend work, as well as local travel within the Worcester community. The Family Enrollment Assistant will be able to work remotely when not at the school building or out in the community. The position reports to the Director of Charter School Strategy and Planning. The hourly rate for this positon is $20 per hour.

Old Sturbridge Village is committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility. We are passionate about developing and maintaining an inclusive, equitable and accessible working and learning environment for all visitors, staff and OSV community members. We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to different ways of understanding and engaging the world around us.

This is initially a part-time temporary position from October 2022-February 2023 that may convert to a full-time position in March 2023.

Qualifications

• Bilingual (English/Spanish)/bicultural encouraged to apply.
• Knowledge and experience working cooperatively with diverse communities, including those in Worcester
• Ability to work cooperatively with diverse groups.
• Work experience, preferably in education and/or customer service
• Strong communication and time management skills; ability to effectively backwards plan, juggle multiple priorities with great attention to detail, and deliver consistent and timely results
• Sense of humility, customer service mindset, and shows urgency and the ability to proactively solve problems and make decisions quickly
• Team player with strong interpersonal and stakeholder management and relationship building skills
• Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Ability to be calm under pressure, especially in difficult conversations with families and staff
• Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills
• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel; Google Drive, Google Docs, and Google Sheets
• Desire to continuously learn and increase effectiveness as a professional
• Unwavering willingness to go above and beyond to meet the needs of students, families, and staff

Essential Duties

• Accepts deliveries and meets visitors at the school building
• Supports enrollment-related family communications and events at the school
• Welcomes families to the school
• Promotes diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility
• Manages all phone calls and emails coming into the school
• Manages and organizes the mail and packages for the school
• Maintains a neat and organized school front office
• Ensures all family facing materials are readily available
• Supports application verification calls and update application system as needed
• Schedule family meetings with appropriate team members
• Manage the school enrollment lottery process

Old Sturbridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Old Sturbridge Village to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or membership in the uniformed services.

Applicants who wish to apply should submit their resume and cover letter to Human Resources at jobs@osv.org

Food and Beverage Team Member - Seasonal

Under the supervision of the Retail Food and Beverage Manager, working within our Restaurant Operations Department, Old Sturbridge Village is looking for a temporary part time employee that will provide an excellent dining experience to Village patrons in the Bullard Tavern and other locations as needed. This role will contribute to Old Sturbridge Village’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.

Old Sturbridge Village, the largest outdoor history museum in the Northeast, depicts a rural New England town of the 1830s. Step inside more than 40 original buildings, and explore homes, meetinghouses, a district school, country store, bank, working farm, three water-powered mills, and trade shops – all situated on more than 200 scenic acres. Talk with authentically costumed historians and see heritage breed farm animals. Discover the endless ways to immerse yourself in the Village. Old Sturbridge Village, a museum and learning resource of New England life, invites each visitor to find meaning, pleasure, relevance, and inspiration through the exploration of history.

Old Sturbridge Village is committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility. We are passionate about developing and maintaining an inclusive, equitable and accessible working and learning environment for all visitors, staff and OSV community members. We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to different ways of understanding and engaging the world around us.

This is a non-costumed and must be available to work Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Some nights and holidays are required. This position is temporary and will run from the beginning of October to the end of December 2022. 

Essential Duties:

• Present menu selections, answer questions and make suggestions regarding food and beverage choices
• Basic cash handling skills
• Operate a cash register, make change, in accordance with company policies and issue receipts accurately
• Promotes diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.
• Light food prep, understanding of sanitation, and knowledge of presentation of food

Qualifications:

• Be able to lift over 25lbs.
• Ability to work cooperatively with diverse groups.
• Must be able to stand long periods of time
• Demonstrate commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Must have reliable transportation
• Other duties as assigned

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 per hour

Old Sturbridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Old Sturbridge Village to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or membership in the uniformed services.

Applicants who wish to apply should submit their resume and cover letter to Human Resources at jobs@osv.org

Food and Beverage Team Member - Part time, Benefited

Under the supervision of the Retail Food and Beverage Manager, working within our Restaurant Operations Department, Old Sturbridge Village is looking for a part time employee that will provide an excellent dining experience to Village patrons in the Bullard Tavern and other locations as needed. This role will contribute to Old Sturbridge Village’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility. This is a non-costumed position

Old Sturbridge Village, the largest outdoor history museum in the Northeast, depicts a rural New England town of the 1830s. Step inside more than 40 original buildings, and explore homes, meetinghouses, a district school, country store, bank, working farm, three water-powered mills, and trade shops – all situated on more than 200 scenic acres. Talk with authentically costumed historians and see heritage breed farm animals. Discover the endless ways to immerse yourself in the Village. Old Sturbridge Village, a museum and learning resource of New England life, invites each visitor to find meaning, pleasure, relevance, and inspiration through the exploration of history.

Old Sturbridge Village is committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility. We are passionate about developing and maintaining an inclusive, equitable and accessible working and learning environment for all visitors, staff and OSV community members. We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to different ways of understanding and engaging the world around us.

This is a non-costumed, 25-hour a week position, will include benefits and must be available to work Wednesday – Sunday. Some nights and holidays are required.

Essential Duties:

• Present menu selections, answer questions and make suggestions regarding food and beverage choices
• Basic cash handling skills
• Operate a cash register, make change, in accordance with company policies and issue receipts accurately
• Promotes diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.
• Light food prep, understanding of sanitation, and knowledge of presentation of food

Qualifications:

• Be able to lift over 25lbs.
• Ability to work cooperatively with diverse groups.
• Must be able to stand long periods of time
• Demonstrate commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Must have reliable transportation
• Other duties as assigned

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 per hour

Benefit Eligible

Old Sturbridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Old Sturbridge Village to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or membership in the uniformed services.

Applicants who wish to apply should submit their resume and cover letter to Human Resources at jobs@osv.org

Food and Beverage Team Member - Part time

Under the supervision of the Retail Food and Beverage Manager, working within our Restaurant Operations Department, the employee will provide an excellent dining experience to Village patrons in the Bullard Tavern and other locations as needed. This role will contribute to Old Sturbridge Village’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.

Old Sturbridge Village, the largest outdoor history museum in the Northeast, depicts a rural New England town of the 1830s. Step inside more than 40 original buildings, and explore homes, meetinghouses, a district school, country store, bank, working farm, three water-powered mills, and trade shops – all situated on more than 200 scenic acres. Talk with authentically costumed historians and see heritage breed farm animals. Discover the endless ways to immerse yourself in the Village. Old Sturbridge Village, a museum and learning resource of New England life, invites each visitor to find meaning, pleasure, relevance, and inspiration through the exploration of history.

Old Sturbridge Village is committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility. We are passionate about developing and maintaining an inclusive, equitable and accessible working and learning environment for all visitors, staff and OSV community members. We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to different ways of understanding and engaging the world around us.

Essential Duties:

• Present menu selections, answer questions and make suggestions regarding food and beverage choices
• Basic cash handling skills
• Operate a cash register, make change, in accordance with company policies and issue receipts accurately
• Promotes diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.
• Light food prep, understanding of sanitation, and knowledge of presentation of food
• Must be able to stand long periods of time
• Ability to work cooperatively with diverse groups.
• Be able to lift over 25lbs.
• Demonstrate commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Must have reliable transportation
• Other duties as assigned

Must be available to work Wednesday – Sunday. Holidays are required and nights are required seasonally – October and December primarily.

Job Type: Year-Round Seasonal

Old Sturbridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Old Sturbridge Village to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or membership in the uniformed services.

Applicants who wish to apply should submit their resume and cover letter to Human Resources at jobs@osv.org

Retail Sales Associate

Under the supervision of the Store Coordinator, the Retail Services Clerk will sell product, provide store customer service as well as provide answers to customers regarding the Village. This role will contribute to Old Sturbridge Village’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.

Old Sturbridge Village, the largest outdoor history museum in the Northeast, depicts a rural New England town of the 1830s. Step inside more than 40 original buildings, and explore homes, meetinghouses, a district school, country store, bank, working farm, three water-powered mills, and trade shops – all situated on more than 200 scenic acres. Talk with authentically costumed historians and see heritage breed farm animals. Discover the endless ways to immerse yourself in the Village. Old Sturbridge Village, a museum and learning resource of New England life, invites each visitor to find meaning, pleasure, relevance, and inspiration through the exploration of history.

Old Sturbridge Village is committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility. We are passionate about developing and maintaining an inclusive, equitable and accessible working and learning environment for all visitors, staff and OSV community members. We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to different ways of understanding and engaging the world around us.

Hours will vary with a potential of 1 to 3 days per week. 

MUST be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. 

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provide the best experience for all customers
• Provide product information, assist in customer selections, and offer visit-related information to all customers and prospective customers both in-person and on the phone in a friendly manner.
• Accurately ring sales in POS system and maintain security procedures to reduce inventory shortage.
• Ability to work cooperatively with diverse groups.
• Ensure the safety and cleanliness of the work area, following COVID-19 guidelines that are set in place. Share responsibility with all staff for the clean and neat appearance of the entire Village
• Maintain proper accounts of currency in the cash drawer
• Follow established procedures in the handling of cash, negotiables, and related records to safeguard OSV’s finances and ensure against loss
• Alert the Store Coordinator quickly, effectively and appropriately to individual cases of unfavorable customer service or special needs and respond if necessary within clearly established guidelines
• Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Available to work evening programs in the summer and fall as needed
• Understand and observe all Village policies
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Effective communication to other village employees, management, Board Members and Trustees

Requirements:

• Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of audiences
• Minimum 3 months customer services or retail sales experience preferred
• Equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong interpersonal, phone skills and ability to sell merchandise
• Ability and willingness to learn – and stay updated – on Old Sturbridge Village exhibits, operations, projects and programs as well as store merchandise assortment. Ask questions of staff and supervisors and observe on-grounds activities.
• Ability to maintain a calm exterior presence during periods of high volume, high stress or unusual events
• Promotes diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.
• Ability to comprehend and follow directions, and work in a team environment
• Basic math and computer skills are required. Demonstrated experience with computers and POS systems is desired
• Demonstrate the ability to multi-task and work in a high paced environment with a professional attitude
• Must be reliable, punctual, and accountable
• Ability to stand for 5 hours and lift 40+ lbs.
• Must have excellent customer service skills, be courteous, efficient and possess a positive attitude

Old Sturbridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Old Sturbridge Village to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or membership in the uniformed services.

Applicants who wish to apply should submit their resume and cover letter to Human Resources at jobs@osv.org