The part-time Guest Services Team Member is the first and last point of contact for families, educators, and community members visiting the new Jackson Hole Children’s Museum. This role is central to delivering an extraordinary, welcoming, inclusive, and joyful visitor experience. Guest Services Staff set the tone for the entire visit - ensuring guests feel seen, supported, informed, and excited to explore a dynamic, place-based learning environment designed for children and families. This team member will support the delivery of special programming when preschools and private groups visit the Museum and is expected to represent the Museum in a professional and friendly manner. This position requires regular weekend availability, including Saturdays and Sundays, as weekends are among the Museum's busiest days. Spanish language proficiency preferred.
Schedule: Part-time (15–25 hours/week)
Availability: Must be available to work weekends
Roles & responsibilities:
Visitor Welcome & Engagement
Greet all visitors warmly and professionally, creating an inviting, child- and family-friendly atmosphere
Provide clear information about exhibits, programs, schedules, accessibility features, and museum policies
Respond to visitor questions with empathy, curiosity, and enthusiasm
Support families with children of varying ages, abilities, and needs
Process transactions (admissions, memberships, program registrations and retail) accurately and responsibly on POS systems
Explain ticketing and membership benefits and promotions in an engaging, non-pressured way
Perform the role of “play engineer” to engage with visitors when appropriate..
Address visitor concerns, complaints, or special requests calmly and professionally
Escalate issues when appropriate while maintaining a positive guest experience
Support crowd flow and manage entry during peak periods
Support overall Museum operations as available and needed
Monitor front-of-house areas to ensure a safe, clean, and welcoming environment
Follow all child protection, health, and safety protocols
Communicate effectively with team and contribute to a respectful, team-oriented workplace culture
Perform minor exhibit repairs under supervision or direct guidance.
Support risk assessments and incident reporting as needed
Under guidance from the Manager of Museum Ops, plans, develops, and delivers private events and celebrations.
We’re on a mission to ignite every child’s potential and build a community where discovery never stops. At the Jackson Hole Children's Museum, learning is hands-on, a little messy, and full of wonder—because that’s how kids grow, connect, and explore their world.