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The Charlottesville area's best tourist attraction is a great place to work! Monticello offers educational, unique work experiences with competitive pay and benefits, including health insurance at no cost to the employee.

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  • Volunteer Opportunites— The Thomas Jefferson Foundation is looking to grow our dedicated corps of volunteers around the Visitor Center, the Jefferson Library, and the Center for Historic Plants.  Positions are varied and shifts are flexible.  Consider joining the Foundation community as a volunteer this spring!  Contact volunteer@monticello.org or 434.984.9869 if you are interested or have any questions.
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We are currently recruiting to fill the following positions:

Shuttle Bus Drivers (Part-time). This is a great opportunity for those who enjoy working outdoors, interacting with the public, and who value the rich tradition of Thomas Jefferson’s historic home. A safe driving record is required and a proven record of delivering excellent customer service is necessary. Candidates must have or be able to obtain a CDL. The work schedule fluctuates, and availability for after hours events, and on weekends and holidays is expected. Candidates should be available to work at least eight days per month. Apply by March 12.
Added March 2, 2010

Ticket Office Associates (Part-time). Duties include cash handling, selling of tickets, providing information to visitors, and reconciling the day’s receipts. Additional responsibilities include assigning tour times and promptly issuing tickets to visitors who have made advance purchases online. Candidates must have strong verbal communication skills, mathematical proficiency, and proven experience in providing excellent customer service. Successful applicants will have experience working with point-of-sale or ticketing computer software. This is a part-time position requiring flexibility to work both weekends and holidays. Apply by March 12.
Added March 2, 2010

Visitor Services Associates (Part-time). The Thomas Jefferson Foundation seeks candidates for our Visitor Services Department to offer direct assistance to our visitors. Successful candidates will have experience working with the public and should be prepared to work out-of-doors in all weather conditions. Interest in history and strong verbal communication skills are preferred. Must be available to work after-hours events, weekends, and holidays. Apply by March 12.
Added March 2, 2010