Museum Assistant - Part time (20 hrs/week)

Starting Salary $20/hour | In-Person

Position Summary
The Museum Assistant position offers an excellent opportunity for an early-career museum professional to gain practical, hands-on experience in museum operations, collections management, programming, and visitor engagement. Working closely with the Executive Director and other team members, the Museum Assistant will support a wide range of curatorial, administrative, and public-facing activities in a dynamic, collaborative setting.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and coordinate photography bookings, including client communication and scheduling

  • Assist with museum programming and events, including planning, setup, and day-of logistics

  • Serve as a docent and provide engaging tours to visitors, highlighting the architectural and historical significance of Casa Feliz

  • Help organize and install rotating art exhibitions in the museum’s upstairs gallery

  • Provide clerical and administrative support including filing, data entry, and correspondence

  • Assist with ordering supplies and coordinating small print jobs

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree (or current enrollment) in Museum Studies, Art History, History, Historic Preservation, Arts Administration, or related field preferred

  • Strong organizational and communication skills

  • Friendly, professional manner with a genuine enthusiasm for engaging the public

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and major social media platforms

  • Ability to lift and move light objects and assist with event setup

  • Availability for occasional weekend or evening events

Why Join Casa Feliz

This role provides early-career professionals with valuable, broad-based experience in museum administration and public history. The Museum Assistant will gain mentorship from experienced staff, work closely with community partners, and contribute directly to the preservation and interpretation of a National Register–listed historic site.

Ready to apply?

Interested parties should send an e-mail of interest and a resume to Betsy Owens at betsy@casafeliz.us.

About Casa Feliz

Casa Feliz, designed by noted architect James Gamble Rogers II, is one of Central Florida’s most beloved historic landmarks. Operated by the nonprofit Friends of Casa Feliz, the museum celebrates architecture, art, and community through exhibitions, concerts, lectures, and educational programming. Known as “Winter Park’s Parlor,” Casa Feliz invites residents and visitors alike to experience the region’s rich cultural and architectural heritage.

Volunteer Docent

If you would like to serve as a volunteer docent, we would love to talk to you! Please contact Head Docent Rita Griffin at ritagriffin@casafeliz.us.