Careers

Drop Anchor With Us!

At SBMM, we strive to create a professional environment that is collaborative and fun – working in teams to get the job done. Staff members support and bolster the museum’s ability to inspire creativity through engaging exhibitions; build community through gatherings and events; engage youth through diverse education programs; and present invaluable connections to maritime and Santa Barbara history.

Through our work, we create experiences that celebrate the Santa Barbara Channel and illuminate our rich connections with the sea.

Benefits

Full-time employee benefits include:

  • Insurance – SBMM provides health benefits including dental and vision, with opportunities for dependent coverage. Additional benefits include a waterfront parking pass.
  • Time Off – SBMM provides holiday, vacation, and sick pay.
  • Retirement Plan – SBMM provides a non-match 403 (b) and a SEP IRA.

 

Resumes can be submitted to SBMM Deputy Director Jessica Tade at jtade@sbmm.org.

Current Opportunities:

Museum Assistant


Reports to: Guest Services Manager

The Santa Barbara Maritime Museum (SBMM), located in the Waterfront Center Building (formerly the Naval Reserve Building), opened its doors to the public in July 2000, with the unique mission to interpret the rich and diverse maritime history of the Santa Barbara Channel. SBMM is an interactive museum – a place where the public can experience maritime culture without leaving the harbor.

From the engaging exhibitions, visitors leave with a love for and better understanding of the Santa Barbara Channel – its abundant marine life, the multiple recreational activities it provides, and the people making a living on its waters.

The museum assistant supports SBMM’s mission by helping to ensure the smooth operation of the museum, including providing a positive guest experience and excellent guest services as well as assistance with maintenance efforts. Additionally, this role helps to oversee museum events by aiding with set-up, vendor needs and inquiries, technical needs (such as audio/visual, lighting, and music), and works with coordinators and/or caterers as needed.

Reporting to the guest services manager, the museum assistant welcomes guests to the museum. This public-facing position maintains a friendly atmosphere while providing information to visitors.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Open and close the kiosk according to posted procedures.
  • Greet and communicate with all guests entering the lobby and as they leave the museum.
  • Answer general questions about SBMM and the Waterfront building.
  • Confirm ticket purchase prior to museum entrance.
    • Sell entry tickets and memberships and process donations.
  • Review treasure maps as children leave and provide items from the treasure chest.
  • Assist with elevator.
  • Maintain a neat and clean appearance of kiosk and lobby.
  • Monitor OSBVC volunteers and ensure safe and secure closure.
  • Monitor arrival of volunteers.
  • Maintain the log of expected guests for staff and staff appointments.
  • Coordinate the use of parking passes for guests and volunteers.
  • Coordinate the delivery of packages to the Captain on Deck.
  • Handle lost items until they are delivered to Harbor Patrol at end of day.
  • Assist main office as needed.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Excellent English communication skills. Verbal proficiency in Spanish preferred.
  • Experience with customer service and desire to work with the public.
  • Interact with staff and the public in a friendly manner.
  • Proficiency with POS systems.
  • Interest in maritime culture and history preferred.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.

This is a part-time position with hours ranging from 5 to 20 per week. The starting salary is $18/hour. Benefits include overtime pay, sick pay, and SEP/IRA benefits. Please submit a cover letter and resume to SBMM Guest Relations Manager at jbaker@sbmm.org.

 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

As an equal opportunity employer, SBMM does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, ancestry, color, family or medical leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

SBMM adheres to these principles in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, training, compensation, promotion, benefits, social and recreational programs, and discipline. This is the law, but it also reflects our beliefs and our culture.