Position: Manager of Restoration
Department: Preservation
The Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association seeks a highly motivated historic preservation professional to fill the position of Manager of Restoration. This individual will oversee the preservation of the historic structures at Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens, the National Landmark home of George Washington.
Responsibilities include overseeing a comprehensive program of maintenance for more than 20 historic structures, directing conservation of historic building fabric, and maintaining an extensive architectural fragments collection. The Manager of Restoration works under the
supervision of the Associate Director for Preservation.
- Must hold a MA or MS degree in historic preservation, architectural history, architecture, or art history, with course work in architectural conservation
- At least three years experience working in the historic preservation field
- Demonstrated familiarity with 18th-century building methods and materials, and experience in their repair and replacement preferred
This is a full-time, permanent position with health and retirement benefits. Applicants should send a letter of interest and resume by September 15, 2008, to:
Dennis J. Pogue, PhD
Associate Director for Preservation
Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens
P.O. Box 110
Mount Vernon, VA 22121
dpogue@mountvernon.org
Or to Human Resources: hrmail@mountvernon.org, or via fax to 703.780.8320.
Mount Vernon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Position: Building Services Supervisor
Department: Operations and Maintenance
Assist with the maintenance of Estate facilities and peripherals. Maintenance of all associated equipment, machines, and tools. Previous supervisory experience required. Position will interview, hire and supervise two shifts of custodial staff.
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions
- Strong organizational skills
Swing Shift – Hours to be determined. All shifts require rotating weekend and holiday work.
Please send a cover letter and resume with salary history to Human Resources: hrmail@mountvernon.org, by fax to 703.780.8320 or by US Mail to POB 110, Mount Vernon, VA 22121. Mount Vernon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Position: Retail Sales
Department: Retail
Busy Museum Gift Shop now hiring salespeople to work FT year-round in the Shops at Historic Mount Vernon, at the Home of George Washington. Applicants are required to work one weekend day per week, however schedules are flexible and there are no evening hrs, except for special events. Candidates must be able to perform cash register transactions, provide good customer service and possess outgoing, friendly personalities. Good benefits.
Call M-F (703) 799-5233. Applications may be picked up in the Gift Shop 9-5pm, 7 days a week or downloaded off the website: www.MountVernon.org. Applications and/or resumes may be sent via email to HRMail@MountVernon.org, or faxed to (703) 799-5237.
Title:
Wait Staff
Department: Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant
F/T - The high volume Mount Vernon Inn, serving the visitors to the Mount Vernon Estate and all of the Washington Metropolitan area, is seeking to fill server vacancies. No prior experience is necessary for lunch shift employment. Free meals, uniforms, parking, flexible scheduling and a pension plan are provided. Major medical coverage is available. Weekend availability is a plus. Call 703.780.0011 or email: eswanson@mountvernon.org
Mount Vernon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Title: Groundskeeper (predominantly lawn and turf management and gardening)
Department: Horticulture
This Full-time position requires a minimum of five years experience. The Groundskeeper performs routine grounds maintenance to Estate grounds, gardens, roads, woods, walks, paths, and property lines. Candidates must be able to perform routine lawn maintenance according to turf management program, perform tree and shrub planting, and assist gardeners with weeding, harvesting, and seed collection. Operation of farm and turf equipment is also required. This position is classified as essential and must participate in all emergencies, ice and snow removal, and special events. Occasional work on weekends and holidays is required.
Please send a cover letter and resume with salary history to Mount Vernon’s Human Resources Department by email to hrmail@mountvernon.org, by fax to 703.780.8320 or by US Mail to POB 110, Mount Vernon, VA 22121.
Mount Vernon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Title: Security staff
Department: Security
Part-time unarmed position(s) and parking attendant(s) (40 hr/wk possible)
Responsibilities include responding to alarms and emergencies, assuring the safety and security of visitors and staff, crowd management and customer service skills. Previous security experience a plus. Employment will be contingent upon successful drug test and background investigation. Candidates must have clean police record.
Please send a cover letter and resume with salary history to Mount Vernon’s Human Resources Department by email to hrmail@mountvernon.org, by fax to 703.780.8320 or by US Mail to POB 110, Mount Vernon, VA 22121.Mount Vernon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Title: Flower Gardener
Department: Horticulture
The flower gardener will be responsible for all aspects of garden maintenance in Mount Vernon’s Flower Garden. Responsible for garden maintenance through the proper planting, pruning, fertilizing, seed collecting and pest control, of Mount Vernon’s exhibition gardens. Performs routine maintenance including raking, weeding and cultivating. Will work outside in all types of weather and requires use of hand and small gas powered equipment. May work both independently and with other members of the Horticulture team as needed to maintain the high standards of Mount Vernon’s Gardens and Grounds. Participation in all emergencies, including ice and snow removal, is required. Some holiday and weekend work.
Degree in Horticulture or related field or Master Gardener certificate plus 2-4 years of hands on experience with pruning of trees and shrubs. Knowledge and experience with propagation, planting, pruning, fertilization and IPM. Must have a Virginia Registered Technician pesticide license or obtain one within 6 months of hire.
Please send a cover letter and resume with salary history to Mount Vernon’s Human Resources Department by email to hrmail@mountvernon.org, by fax to 703.780.8320 or by US Mail to POB 110, Mount Vernon, VA 22121.Mount Vernon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
