Employment Opportunities
Desk Clerk (P/T)
The Canajoharie Library & Arkell Museum Desk Clerks are responsible for creating an inviting atmosphere and offering excellent customer service at the Library circulation and Museum admission desks. Clerks are the first line of service and represent the Library and Museum to the public.
Requirements
High School graduate or equivalent with applicable, documented work experience
Some business school or junior college desirable
Excellent customer service skills and an appreciation for reading, education, and the arts is highly desirable
General Duties:
-Place the patron and visitor first; actively greet and interact with arriving patrons and visitors
-Provide patrons and visitors with information regarding Library and Museum programs and service
-Professionally answer the phone, provide information, and transfer calls as necessary
-Operate Polaris computer system to perform routine patron transactions s
-Assist patrons in locating library materials and offer basic reference support using print and online sources
-Provide computer support to patrons
-Assist Library Director with programs as needed
-Introduce the exhibits and point out Gallery locations
-Assist in creating a safe environment for visitors and the collection through monitoring Gallery
Desk Clerks work as a team to ensure adequate desk coverage; all Clerks are trained in both Library and Museum duties for ease of daily operations and staff scheduling.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate continuous efforts to improve operations, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively with other staff members to provide seamless customer services.
This position averages 15-20 hours/week, including evening and weekends.
This position pays $12/hour.
To apply fill out an application or submit a resume and cover letter to:
Canajoharie Library and Arkell Museum
attn: Human Resources
2 Erie Blvd., Canajoharie, NY 13317
humanresources@arkellmuseum.org
Or stop in to pick up your application today!
Requirements
High School graduate or equivalent with applicable, documented work experience
Some business school or junior college desirable
Excellent customer service skills and an appreciation for reading, education, and the arts is highly desirable
General Duties:
-Place the patron and visitor first; actively greet and interact with arriving patrons and visitors
-Provide patrons and visitors with information regarding Library and Museum programs and service
-Professionally answer the phone, provide information, and transfer calls as necessary
-Operate Polaris computer system to perform routine patron transactions s
-Assist patrons in locating library materials and offer basic reference support using print and online sources
-Provide computer support to patrons
-Assist Library Director with programs as needed
-Introduce the exhibits and point out Gallery locations
-Assist in creating a safe environment for visitors and the collection through monitoring Gallery
Desk Clerks work as a team to ensure adequate desk coverage; all Clerks are trained in both Library and Museum duties for ease of daily operations and staff scheduling.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate continuous efforts to improve operations, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively with other staff members to provide seamless customer services.
This position averages 15-20 hours/week, including evening and weekends.
This position pays $12/hour.
To apply fill out an application or submit a resume and cover letter to:
Canajoharie Library and Arkell Museum
attn: Human Resources
2 Erie Blvd., Canajoharie, NY 13317
humanresources@arkellmuseum.org
Or stop in to pick up your application today!
Gardener (P/T)
The Arkell Museum and Canajoharie Library seek a knowledgeable and capable part - time seasonal gardener for May 1- October 1. This is a flexible position is for 5 hours per week and pays $12 an hour. Gardener may work flexible morning, afternoon, or evening hours as best fits their schedule. Gardener reports to the facilities manager.
Responsibilities include managing the garden beds/pots, hedge trimming, and general bed maintenance (weeding, clearing, watering as needed); bulb and/or additional planting as discussed and with mutual agreement from buildings and grounds staff.
No mowing.
Recommendations for low-care perennial expansion very welcome!
To apply fill out an application or submit a resume and cover letter to:
Canajoharie Library and Arkell Museum
attn: Human Resources
2 Erie Blvd., Canajoharie, NY 13317
humanresources@arkellmuseum.org
Or stop in to pick up your application today!
Responsibilities include managing the garden beds/pots, hedge trimming, and general bed maintenance (weeding, clearing, watering as needed); bulb and/or additional planting as discussed and with mutual agreement from buildings and grounds staff.
No mowing.
Recommendations for low-care perennial expansion very welcome!
To apply fill out an application or submit a resume and cover letter to:
Canajoharie Library and Arkell Museum
attn: Human Resources
2 Erie Blvd., Canajoharie, NY 13317
humanresources@arkellmuseum.org
Or stop in to pick up your application today!
Custodian (P/T)
This job consists of routine work to maintain the cleanliness of the facility and grounds in a friendly work environment. This employee regularly performs cleaning, and assists with seasonal mowing and snow blowing as needed. The position is supervised by the Maintenance Manager.
Requirements
High School graduate or equivalent with applicable, documented work experience
Custodian must pass background, substance, and credit checks
Ability to work outdoors including in adverse weather (snow, heat, etc.)
Ability to climb ladders and stairs
Ability to pick up and carry up to 50 pounds
Ability to operate riding and push mower, weed eater, and snow blower
Ability to stand for prolonged period of time
Interact positively with co-workers and community
Duties
General Indoor Maintenance:
Clean and stock bathrooms
Dust
Clean windows
Assist with set up and tear down furniture such as tables and chairs for events as needed
Vacuum
Sweep and mop floors
Remove trash and recycling to outdoor bins
Clean stainless steel appliances and sinks in kitchens as needed
General Outdoor Maintenance (assist with as needed):
Clean and salt sidewalks
Shovel snow and snow blow
Operate grass-cutting equipment
Perform other duties as assigned indoor and outdoor.
Hours and Salary:
Tuesday-Saturday 4:00pm -7:00pm (15 hours per week)
$12 per hour
To Apply:
Apply in person at the Arkell Museum & Canajoharie Library, or email an application to:
Human Resources, Arkell Museum & Canajoharie Library,
2 Erie Boulevard, Canajoharie, NY 13317
Employment Application
Requirements
High School graduate or equivalent with applicable, documented work experience
Custodian must pass background, substance, and credit checks
Ability to work outdoors including in adverse weather (snow, heat, etc.)
Ability to climb ladders and stairs
Ability to pick up and carry up to 50 pounds
Ability to operate riding and push mower, weed eater, and snow blower
Ability to stand for prolonged period of time
Interact positively with co-workers and community
Duties
General Indoor Maintenance:
Clean and stock bathrooms
Dust
Clean windows
Assist with set up and tear down furniture such as tables and chairs for events as needed
Vacuum
Sweep and mop floors
Remove trash and recycling to outdoor bins
Clean stainless steel appliances and sinks in kitchens as needed
General Outdoor Maintenance (assist with as needed):
Clean and salt sidewalks
Shovel snow and snow blow
Operate grass-cutting equipment
Perform other duties as assigned indoor and outdoor.
Hours and Salary:
Tuesday-Saturday 4:00pm -7:00pm (15 hours per week)
$12 per hour
To Apply:
Apply in person at the Arkell Museum & Canajoharie Library, or email an application to:
Human Resources, Arkell Museum & Canajoharie Library,
2 Erie Boulevard, Canajoharie, NY 13317
Employment Application