Museum of Sex | Employment Opportunities

Employment Opportunities

As the first cultural institution of its kind in the world, The Museum of Sex provides exciting opportunities in an organization breaking new ground in the field of human sexuality.

Employment positions include administrative, research, curatorial, retail, merchandising, public relations, security and special events. Research and curatorial positions in particular provide the opportunity to work with leading scholars, historians, scientists and artists.
This notice is periodically updated; consequently some of the positions listed may already be filled. Read the job descriptions below carefully and submit your information as instructed.
The Museum of Sex is an equal opportunity employer.

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Oral Fix Aphrodisiac Bar and Café

The Museum of Sex is currently seeking an intelligent, energetic and enthusiastic individual interested in joining the staff of the nation’s first Museum dedicated to the preservation and presentation of Human Sexuality.

Applications are currently being accepted for a position at Oral Fix Aphrodisiac Bar and Café.

Daily tasks may include:

Assisting customers in accordance to daily operations of the bar. This includes making drinks, plating foods, and having an up-to-date knowledge of the food and beverages served
Assisting customers with knowledge of the museum as a whole, as well as general inquiries about the neighborhood and attractions
Using the point of sale system to accurately ring-up sales and accept payments
Accurately maintain cash drawer and make daily deposits
Clean dishes and restock display cases as needed
Light cooking to maintain our stock of simple syrup and specialty elixirs
Perform coat check duties as needed
Help with special events, parties and lectures
Assist other Museum Departments, including Administrative Offices and Security
Maintain café appearance and stay in accordance with health code

Requirements:

Applicants should be punctual, hard working and adaptable individuals.
All bar staff will be required to receive the New York Alcohol safety certification. It is not required at the time of application, though encouraged.
Food Safety Certification a plus
Food/Beverage handling experience a plus

The position is ideal if you are looking to actively contribute to a new cultural institution or if you are looking for a position/institution that has potential for growth.

Become a part of the Museum of Sex team. Dedicated applicants only need apply.

Part-Time positions available. Must be available weekends.

Compensation: starting @ $10/hr (+ tips)

To Apply:

Drop-off your resume in person at the Museum Store (no e-mails or calls please) during one of these two time periods:

Wednesdays, 4-6pm
Sundays, 11am-1pm

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Visitor Services & Retail Assistant

Applications are currently being accepted for a Visitor Services & Retail Assistant position.

As a Visitor Services & Retail Assistant, daily tasks may include:

Visitor Services Tasks:

Assist museum visitors, explaining policies, providing directions about the neighborhood and local attractionsCompleting Ticket Sales using the ticketing system according to established procedures
Accurately maintain cash drawers and make daily deposits
Create Daily reports
Accurately complete ticket sales using the ticketing system according to established procedures
Provide accurate information to guests about the museum, membership, products, and local attractions
Help with special events, parties and lectures
Assist other Museum Departments, including Administrative Offices and Security

Retail Services:

Using the Point-of-Sale system to accurately make sales
Handling food and beverage in the Museum’s cafe
Assisting in merchandising efforts, displays and floor moves
Perform stock and coat check duties needed
Continue to build product knowledge that will be helpful to guests
Assist in merchandising efforts, displays, floor moves, and inventory
Assist with receiving and preparing products for placement on floor (stickering, packaging, etc.)
Initiate projects that aid in store operations when business is slow
Maintain store appearance and organization of merchandise
Completing Mail Order and Phone Order Sales

Requirements:

Applicants should be punctual, hard working, organized and adaptable individuals.
Applicants should possess both Strong Communication and Critical Thinking Skills.
Applicants should be problem solvers and possess the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Food and beverage handling a huge plus.

The position is ideal if you are looking to actively contribute to a new cultural institution or if you are looking for a position/institution that has potential for growth.

Become a part of the Museum of Sex team. Dedicated applicants only need apply.

Part-Time positions available. Must be available weekends.

Compensation: starting @ $10/hr (+ tips)

To Apply:
Drop-off your resume in person at the Museum Store (no e-mails or calls please) during one of these two time periods:

Wednesdays, 4-6pm
Sundays, 11am-1pm

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Security

Applications are currently being accepted for a Security Guard position.

As a Security Guard, daily tasks may include:

Patrolling assigned areas
Effectively handling escalated situations
Accurately maintain cash drawers and make daily deposits
Monitoring entry into the Museum
Accurately complete ticket sales using the ticketing system according to established procedures
Assisting museum visitors, explaining policies, providing directions throughout the Museum and store
Maintain the appearance of the Museum
Opening and Closing the Museum

Requirements:

Applicants should be capable of standing for an entire shift
Applicants should be able to effectively de-escalate a situation
Applicants should be problem solvers and possess the ability to work independently with minimal supervision

The position is ideal if you are looking to actively contribute to a new cultural institution or if you are looking for a position/institution that has potential for growth.

Become a part of the Museum of Sex team. Dedicated applicants only need apply.

Part-Time positions available. Must be available weekends.

Compensation: starting @ $9/hr

To Apply:
Drop-off your resume in person at the Museum Store (no e-mails or calls please) during one of these two time periods:

Wednesdays, 4-6pm
Sundays, 11am-1pm

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Curatorial and Collections Intern

The Museum of Sex, the first cultural institution of its kind, devoted to the historical, artistic, and cultural discourse surrounding sex and sexuality, is seeking collections/curatorial interns.

As a cultural institution, we are able to provide our interns with practical experience. This is an ideal internship for someone continuing their education either at the undergraduate or graduate level, as well as those interested in exposure to all aspects of the running of a small cultural institution.

Collections/Curatorial Interns will assist the Exhibitions Department by:

Conducting exhibition related research
Reading exhibition related materials and delivering thoughtful summary reports
Developing a working knowledge of the Museum of Sex collection
Assisting with onsite installations
Helping with exhibition-related loan agreements and rights
Meticulously cataloging objects and storing them safely
Opening and Closing the Museum
Assisting in managing the organization, safety and longevity of objects
Performing onsite artifact and exhibition maintenance

Requirements:
Qualified candidates should have a background in museum studies, library science and/or sex, sexuality and gender studies. Applicants should have excellent research and writing skills. Additionally, ideal applicants should be organized, self-motivated, detail-oriented, professional, and possess basic computer skills. We are looking for a time commitment of between 15-25 hours per week. We can offer course credit for this internship.

Compensation: While this is an unpaid internship, this position has the possibility of growing into a paid position.

To Apply: For consideration, please submit a cover letter, resume, and 2 references to exhibitions@museumofsex.com.