Membership Associate
Mount Vernon, OH - USA
Job Summary
George Washingtons Mount Vernon is seeking enthusiastic and service-oriented individuals for the role of Membership Associate. Reporting to the Membership Manager the Membership Associates are frontline ambassadors of Mount Vernons membership program. They are responsible for promoting onsite membership sales and renewals at various key locations across the estate including the Ford Orientation Center the exit of the exhibition gallery shops and restaurants. Additionally they provide concierge-level service to members and help represent the membership program during special evening events.
Key Responsibilities:
- Promote and facilitate onsite membership sales and renewals at designated locations including the Ford Orientation Center the exit of the exhibition galleries shops and restaurants.
- Engage with guests in a friendly knowledgeable and persuasive manner to encourage membership enrollment.
- Provide concierge-level service to current members offering personalized assistance information and access support.
- Work collaboratively with other departments across the estate to encourage and facilitate membership sales.
- Represent the membership program during evening events by greeting guests and promoting on-the-spot membership enrollment or upgrades for current members.
- Represent Mount Vernon at neighborhood or regional events to promote the benefits of being a Mount Vernon member.
- Maintain a deep understanding of membership benefits upcoming events and Mount Vernons mission to effectively communicate value to prospective and current members.
- Track and report membership sales activity and member feedback to the Membership Manager.
- Ensure the proper setup and organization of membership stations and materials.
- Assist with the coordination of onsite member experiences as needed.
- Bachelors degree in Marketing Nonprofit Management Communications or a related field preferred.
- Prior experience in customer service sales or visitor services ideally in a museum historic site or nonprofit environment.
- Friendly outgoing personality with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Sales-minded with the ability to meet performance goals in a visitor-focused environment.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule on-site including weekends holidays and evening events.
- Reliable punctual and able to work both independently and as part of a team. Ability and willingness to work collaboratively across departments.
- Genuine interest in American history and the mission of George Washingtons Mount Vernon.
- Position requires standing for extended periods and working both indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions.
- This is an exclusively on-site position.
- Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs for event setup or supply restocking.
- 403(b) Retirement plan with employer matching
- Employee recognition at 5 years of service
- Monthly employee events
- Employee referral program
- Flexible work schedule
- On-site Library
- Discount on Public Event Tickets
- Discount in the Mount Vernon Shops
- Discount at the Mount Vernon Inn and The Generals Canteen
- Free Parking
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
George Washington’s Mount Vernon is the historic home of George and Martha Washington, located 13 miles south of Washington, DC. Guests can see the historic mansion, stately rooms, and outbuildings preserved to the year 1799, the last year of George Washington’s life. Owned and operat ... View more