Historic Hudson Valley (HHV) recruits and hires employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual preference, or Vietnam Era status, and treats all employees equally with respect to compensation and opportunities for advancement, including upgrading, promotion, and transfer. HHV supports the Americans with Disabilities Act, and will take such measures insofar as possible to assist employees who need accommodation. HHV is a drug-and alcohol-free workplace and has a strict policy against sexual harassment. Reference checks are conducted for all positions.

Museum Guides

Posted 2/2008

Historic Hudson Valley's network of nationally significant sites is hiring people who love life-long learning and want to share Hudson Valley's rich heritage with the public. We require an interest/experience in teaching, history, the arts, public speaking. We are seeking to expand our culturally diverse staff.

Philipsburg Manor in Sleepy Hollow periodically hires part-time guides to interpret its historic site to the public and to students of all ages. Ideal qualifications include superior public presentation skills, academic training or experience in the field of education, and an appreciation of the central role of Africans and African-Americans in the making of our region and country. Guides, who receive paid training prior to starting, typically work two to three days a week, with at least one weekend day availability a must.

Sunnyside in Tarrytown is looking for high-energy people with a positive attitude who enjoy working with all ages. We prefer candidates with excellent communications and hospitality skills, those who enjoy interacting with the public, and those who have interest in history and literature. P/T positions, March through December, daytime weekend work. Training, costumes provided.

At historic Van Cortlandt Manor in Croton-on-Hudson, part-time guides experience a great opportunity to learn 18th-century skills such as weaving, spinning, candlemaking, and to interpret the home, belongings, grounds, and tavern of this important New York dynasty. Ideal qualifications include superior public presentation skills, academic training or experience in the field of education, and a desire to participate in education programs, working with adults and children. Schedules are flexible and include weekends, some evenings in season. Training, costumes provided.

At the Union Church of Pocantico Hills, guides give tours relating to world-class stained glass windows by Marc Chagall and Henri Matisse. High-energy, a positive attitude, abd top-notch hospitality/communication skills are necessary. Part-time, weekends included, April through December.

To apply for any of these positions, please E-mail your resume or letter of interest to This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Retail - Museum Shop

Posted 2/2008

An exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced retail environment at museum sites. Multiple sites; unique merchandise; opportunity to learn. Looking for high-energy, friendly, reliable, flexible candidates who enjoy people. Retail experience, top-notch customer service/hospitality skills necessary. Must be computer literate. Part-time, some weekend work required. Starting $8/hr. Call (914) 631-3992, ext 17.

Volunteering

What kinds of jobs do you have for volunteers?

Historic Hudson Valley is always looking for volunteers to be tour guides. This is a great opportunity if you love history and have some time on your hands. If you like working with the public and staying busy, we also have openings in our Museum Shops, as well as at the Information Desk at the Philipsburg Manor/Kykuit Visitor Center. On weekdays, there is an opportunities to work in our beautiful gardens and historic landscapes.

I work weekdays. Can I volunteer on the weekends?

Yes. All of our special programs, most geared toward families, take place on weekends. We are currently recruiting for volunteers to staff our special programs at all our sites. These are minimal training type jobs (greet visitors; scan tickets; answer phones, etc.) but critical to the smooth presentation and success of the program.

Does Historic Hudson Valley require a minimum number of hours?

Generally speaking, we ask volunteers to commit to an entire season of at least once per month. But if you can donate a big chunk of time in the fall, our busiest season, we can use your help. In October, we will present Legend Weekend at Sunnyside and Philipsburg Manor, and at Van Cortlandt Manor, the month-long Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze. We are already staffing for these events and actively looking for more volunteers.

I am 12 years old and love history. Can I be a volunteer?

Unfortunately, you must be at least 14 years old to volunteer.

I'm interested. How do I get started?

It's easy. Simply call Ross W. Higgins at 914-631-8200 ext 633 to learn more or schedule an interview.