Reports to: Vice President of Programs (acting Manager of Historic Trades) 
Direct Reports: N/A 
Summary: Part-time, seasonal, weekends are regularly required 

About Us:  
Genesee Country Village & Museum is the largest living history museum in New York and the third largest in the country. The Museum opened in 1976 and includes 68 buildings in Historic Village, the Genesee Country Nature Center with 5 miles of trails, and the John L. Wehle Gallery collection of wildlife and sporting art (700 pieces) and 19th-century clothing (4,000 pieces). 

Position Overview:  
Provide daily interpretation in the Historic Village and support potter production efforts. 

Responsibilities (including but not limited to):  
Program Development & Delivery (70%) 

• Staff pottery shop 1 – 3 days/week during Museum’s high season (May – October) 
• Ensure that all interpretation and programs are of the highest quality and are mission and value driven – supporting the Museum’s goals, incorporating diverse voices, and providing both educational and engaging experiences for visitors 
• Develop and continuously maintain own skills through practice and preservation of historic trades using historically accurate, safe, and efficient techniques 
• Follow provided guidelines, standards, processes, and procedures in alignment with field-wide and institutional best practices  

Production (15%)  

• Support pottery production as needed 

Operational Support (15%) 

• Assist in maintenance of pottery shop, tools, equipment, and furnishings 
• Collaborate with colleagues across the Museum to provide programming to support activities of those departments, including special events, school field trips, camps, group tours, and development activities 

Minimum Qualifications:  

• 1+ years of experience in a museum or educational institution; proven ability in mentoring, and oral and written communications 
• Ability to work with diverse audiences and individuals of varying cultural backgrounds, identities, ages, and abilities in an enthusiastic, friendly, and open manner 
• Demonstrated competency in ceramics 

Working Conditions 

• Ability to stand and work foot wheel for extended periods of time 
• Working in inclement weather including rain, snow, heat, and cold 
• Perform physical work such as kneeling, reaching, bending, crouching, pulling, and pushing, lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds 

Pay Range:  
$16.00-$16.50 per hour 

Benefits: We are proud to support the health and wellbeing of the people we employ. We offer a competitive, comprehensive benefits package that includes accrued NYS Sick Leave and an employee assistance program. Every employee is provided with a yearly family level membership to GCV&M.   

How to Apply: Interested applicants should visit www.gcv.org/employment/ to apply and include both a cover letter and resume.  

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Genesee Country Village & Museum is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity with respect to all employees, applicants, and interns for employment. We recruit, hire, train, and promote without discrimination due to race, color, sex, age, disability, religion, citizenship, national origin, military or veteran status, marital status, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, and any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. 

Commitment to Representation: Museums have a vital role to play as community anchors—spaces where history, culture, and identity are preserved, celebrated, and made accessible to all. To truly fulfill this mission, museums must build intentional, ongoing relationships with the communities they serve—especially those historically underrepresented. 

Genesee Country Village & Museum is actively committed to expanding our interpretation and exhibits to include voices and perspectives frequently underrepresented in museum collections, the telling of history, and outdoor spaces. Guided by our mission, values, and inclusive culture of curiosity, we strive to ensure that all visitors, volunteers, and employees feel safe, welcomed, and celebrated throughout their museum experiences.