Create a memorable experience for visitors by anticipating their needs and providing excellent customer service.
Clearly communicate information on wayfinding, museum guidelines, facilities, and exhibitions to visitors
Work with other frontline teams to manage crowd control for daily museum operations and events.
Through formal training, observation and self-study, acquire knowledge of exhibition content at the MOE.
Facilitate pulsed exhibit experience with small groups of people.
Ability to follow routines while prioritizing visitor needs at coat check.
Assist with lite housekeeping of exhibits as needed.
Provide on campus event support across the Society as needed, including but not limited to National Geographic Live and Signature Events.
Navigate a changing environment while maintaining a positive attitude and meeting visitor needs.
Ability to solve problems in a fast paced environment with knowledge of when to escalate to management to resolve issues.
Think proactively during slow times to best assist the team during busy times.
Be able to work days, evenings, weekends and holidays.
Educational Background
High School diploma or GED required additional education a plus.
Minimum Years and Type of Experience
6 months in a customer facing role required. Additional experience working with large groups of people, the public, students, or children a plus.
Necessary Knowledge and Skills
Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills
Ability to learn and retain information quickly
Team-oriented with strong customer service skills
Flexibility and positivity in dealing with new experiences and people
Enjoyment working with the public
Basic problem-solving skills
Ability to react to change quickly and positively
Comfort learning and working with varied technologies and equipment
Dependability, punctuality, and ability to work cooperatively as part of a team.
Ability to spend 5+ hours a day navigating our public spaces
Requirements
Bi-lingual in English and Spanish desired, but not required.
Collaboration and Teamwork
Support various teams as needed, providing cross-trained coverage for breaks, absences, or high volume. Assist with general museum tasks such as maintaining public spaces, providing basic visitor assistance, and helping with event setup/breakdown.
Supervision
No direct report.
This is a full time role to work (4) ten hour shifts (40 hours/week). Schedule and shifts will vary and weekend availability is required. Please be prepared to share your exact availability in a screening call.
Salary Information
The National Geographic Society offers a competitive and holistic total rewards package. Our compensation structure and transparent pay philosophy are based on industry-specific market data for similar-sized nonprofit organizations.
Benefits
Vision insurance
Additional Information
How You'll Contribute
The National Geographic Society headquarters, based in Washington, D.C., is undergoing a significant renovation project on its campus (called Base Camp), which will be completed in 2026. The public-facing portion of this renovation will be the new National Geographic Museum of Exploration. Components of the new museum will include a state-of-the-art pavilion entrance, auditorium, iconic photo gallery, exhibition space, immersive walk-through attraction, retail, food and beverage, education center, archives, tours, and exciting new event space. The capstone of the renovation is a one-of-a-kind nighttime experience in the courtyard.
The Visitor Experience Representative (VXR) is a dynamic individual that assists with the daily operations of the National Geographic Museum of Exploration. The VXR is the face of the National Geographic Society, embodying the brand and institution while providing exceptional customer service. Reporting to the Visitor Experience Supervisors the VXR manages visitor flow, runs coat check operations, assists visitors with wayfinding and facilitates informal exhibit interpretation.
We are seeking a team member who values interoperability and is ready to jump in and support colleagues across different projects when needed. At the Museum of Exploration, we believe that our greatest successes come from shared expertise and a willingness to step outside of a single role. This isn't just a part of the job; it's a core aspect of how we operate and collaborate, reflecting the spirit of partnership that defines National Geographic's culture.
This is a full time role to work (4) ten hour shifts (40 hours/week). Schedule and shifts will vary and weekend availability is required. Please be prepared to share your exact availability in a screening call.
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