Lake County Historical Society - Staff

Museums | Research | Programs

The Lake County Historical Society has three fulltime staff people supported by seasonal employees and community volunteers. The staff is responsible for the business of the Society including operations of the museums, the gift shops, the Lighthouse Bed & Breakfast, maintenace and repair of all buildings and grounds, archive management, research assistance and museum exhibit design.

Executive Director: Ellen Lynch
Managing Innkeeper: Melisa Swanson
Store & Museums Manager: Kim Gangi

Visitor Services Assistant

Looking for a summer job that offers variety? Work as visitor services assistant at the Lake County Historical Society! The Lake County Historical Society operates three historic sites in Two Harbors: the Lighthouse, Depot, and 3M Birthplace museums. Visitor Service Assistants will be scheduled at one of the three sites typically between the hours of 9:30 AM and 5:30 PM. Visitor Services Assistants are anticipated to work every other weekend.

Duties Include:

  • Operate electronic cash register and credit card machine

  • Greet and assist customers to museum and store

  • Provide general information on local and regional history

  • Assist with maintaining the appearance of the store including replacing sold merchandise from

  • inventory when possible.

  • Other duties as assigned

Position Requirements

  • Ability to stand for long periods of time
  • Ability to read and follow both written and verbal directions
  • Ability to speak clearly to small groups
  • Ability to operate a cash register, count and give correct change
  • Interest in working with people
  • Ability to work weekends and holidays as scheduled

 

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