Visitor Services Assistant (Seasonal)

Posted: 03/25/2025

Hourly Wage: $14.00 up to 32 hours per week as scheduled

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
Additional Incentives
  • $200 merchandise after 90 days of work
  • 48 hours Earned Sick & Safe Time to use or be paid out at end of year
  • Complimentary Individual Plus Membership which includes Free admission for you and a guest to our historic sites while employed at LCHS and 10% off at the Lighthouse Bed & Breakfast
  • 20% employee discount in store
  • 2 tickets to any special events hosted by the Lake County Historical Society