Curatorial Housekeeper

JOB SUMMARY The Curatorial Housekeeper is responsible for the regular cleaning and maintenance of the Shadows-on-the-Teche and its collections (including the period rooms and collection storage areas), in support of and under the supervision of the professional staff. The position is hourly and limited part-time (not to exceed 14 hours per week). The hourly rate is $20 per hour. DUTIESProvide curatorial care in museum rooms and in collection storage areas including cyclical dusting, floor cleaning and waxing, vacuuming upholstered furniture and window treatments, cleaning glass and mirrored surfaces, cleaning silver and metal objects, following National Trust Housekeeping Guidelines and accepted museum practices. Assist with seasonal and cyclical rotation of museum objects. Maintain inventory of all cleaning supplies and tools needed to carry out this function. Assist with exhibitions (object preparation and installation) and care and management of the historic collection. Weekly janitorial duties at museum visitor center. QUALIFICATIONSRelated experience in a museum setting, with interest in museums and collections care, preferred. Ability to work as a team member with a diverse group of staff and volunteers. Basic problem-solving skills, including issue identification and prioritization with ability to develop own cleaning habits and schedule. Ability to adapt and be flexible in a dynamic work environment. Minimum physical requirements include ability to lift/push 20 lbs. on a frequent basis and occasionally more, including moving collections pieces and furniture and cleaning equipment; ability to bend, squat, kneel, twist/turn, climb and reach above the shoulder frequently. The historic mansion is not ADA accessible and contains multiple flights of stairs.

Created: 2026-03-04