Current Openings:
Schrader Center Custodian
Part-time-temporary; Non-Exempt
Primary Functions:
Under the supervision of the Assistant Director, the Custodian performs a variety of maintenance, housekeeping and utility responsibilities for the Oglebay Institute’s Schrader Environmental Center, maintaining a clean and safe environment in accordance with the mission of the Institute and specific guidelines of the department.
QUALIFICATIONS
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must have a valid Driver’s license
Experience with cleaning methods, products, and equipment
One to three years successful custodial experience
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of custodial best practices
Knowledge of machinery and equipment operation necessary to complete tasks
Ability to articulate effectively in both oral and written form
Proven problem solving, organization and time management skills
TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for a clean and orderly Schrader Center building. Includes housekeeping tasks such as cleaning floors, windows, cases, doors, wood work, restrooms, sweeping and vacuuming, dusting, polishing, waste removal, replacing light bulbs as needed and storing supplies and equipment .
Assists the department with set up and break down of chairs/tables directly related to the function of programs. i.e camps, school classes, and public programs.
Adheres to the Oglebay Institute guidelines and procedures for supplies and equipment inventory and ordering of needed supplies.
Report any maintenance problems related to the housekeeping function of the facility or equipment to the Assistant Director of the Department.
Complete the work of the department in accordance with the general policy, aims, long-and short-range goals and objectives associated with the department and objectives of Oglebay Institute
Communicate job-related issues and/or the need for assistance with job-related issues to the SEEC Assistant Director or Director
Attend in-service training and staff meetings as required
Perform other duties as assigned
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Walking: while performing housekeeping duties; opening and closing the building
Talking/Hearing: to communicate with staff, in person and over the telephone
Seeing: to obtain visual information in person, electronically and in written material
Reaching: to retrieve materials, to dust shelves
Pulling and pushing: to sweep and mop, open doors; to move equipment
Stooping and crouching: to retrieve materials at lower levels
Must be able to operate machinery and equipment necessary to complete tasks
Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds up to 50 feet
COGNITIVE CONSIDERATIONS
Must exhibit good problem solving abilities to maintain a good balance between the company’s and patron’s interests; be flexible, organized, and creative.
Must be able to establish rapport with persons from a wide variety of ages and backgrounds. Must be able to exhibit good judgment, tact, and courtesy in dealing with the public and fellow staff
Must display the necessary initiative and dependability to work independently or in a group
HOURS
The Custodian part time hours will be determined by need. They may be asked to work an occasional weekend or early morning to provide clean facilities outside normal business hours.
To Apply
Send resume and OI application to Molly Haywood at mhaywood@oionline.com.
Customer Service Representative
Part-time; Non-Exempt
Primary Functions:
Under the supervision of the Assistant Director, the CSR serves as liaison between Oglebay Institute’s program departments and the diverse customers visiting its facilities, attending its programs, requesting information and seeking personnel. A CSR will perform various customer service responsibilities that meet or exceed professional standards and customers’ expectations..
QUALIFICATIONS
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must have a valid Driver’s license.
CPR/AED and first aid certification preferred.
One to three years successful customer service experience, including cash handling
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE
Ability to learn POS software quickly
Knowledge of customer service best practices
Ability to articulate effectively in both oral and written form
Proven problem solving, organization and time management skills
TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Opens and closes the facility, making sure all is secure.
Answers all telephone calls and refers calls to the appropriate personnel or voice mail box; serves as the primary customer contact during scheduled hours
Interact with the public with a cheerful and positive attitude, solve guest’s problems and complaints in an appropriate manner and maintain harmonious working relationship with fellow employees
Handles all register and credit card transactions including opening and closing the register, monitoring, recording, and securing all transactions, promoting Oglebay Institute programs and memberships
Develops a knowledge base that enables the answering of environmental or nature based questions, or ability to refer guest to appropriate staff
Complete the work of the department in accordance with the general policy, aims, long-and short-range goals and objectives associated with the department and objectives of Oglebay Institute
Communicate job-related issues and/or the need for assistance with job-related issues to the SEEC Assistant Director or Director
Attend in-service training and staff meetings as required
Perform other duties as assigned
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Walking: while facilitating a tour for the public; retrieving receipts; opening and closing the building
Talking/Hearing: to communicate with staff, program participants and the public in person and over the telephone
Seeing: to obtain visual information in person, electronically and in written material
Sitting: to attend meetings; to enter data at a computer; to write at a desk
Pulling and pushing: to operate drawers, doors; to move equipment
Stooping and reaching: while firing pottery
Must be able to operate machinery and equipment necessary to complete tasks
COGNITIVE CONSIDERATIONS
Must have excellent oral communication skills, especially over the telephone with a positive attitude
Must exhibit good problem solving abilities to maintain a good balance between the company’s and patron’s interests; be flexible, organized, and creative.
Must be able to establish rapport with persons from a wide variety of ages and backgrounds. Must be able to exhibit good judgment, tact, and courtesy in dealing with the public and fellow staff
Must display the necessary initiative and dependability to work independently or in a group
HOURS
Customer Service Representative hours are dependent on facility need, and will not exceed 35 hours per week. They may be asked to work weekdays, weekends or evenings to provide assistance to participants outside normal business hours.
To Apply
Send resume and OI application to Molly Check at mhaywood@oionline.com.
Nature Day Camp Counselor
Temporary, Part-time; Non-Exempt
Primary Functions:
Nature Day Camp Counselors develop, organize, and facilitate Nature Day Camp programming; ensure the well-being of camp participants; and maintain outstanding quality in the efforts of the Environmental Education department as it relates to the department’s mission statement and vision.
QUALIFICATIONS
Desire and ability to work with children outdoors
Good character, integrity, adaptability, enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience, and self-control
High school graduate or equivalent; collegiate coursework in education, science and/or environmental education preferred
At least 18 years of age
TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Develop and implement daily structured environmental and nature education lessons which increase awareness of the natural world, and develop habits that lead to good environmental stewardship as part of the Nature Day Camp curriculum (including rain plans)
• Ensure the safety and well-being of camp participants and other departmental staff
• Effectively communicate with the public and parents about Nature Day Camp activities
• Accurately sign-in and sign-out campers in accordance with Oglebay Institute policies
• Maintain program equipment and storage areas; tidy all areas used at the end of each day; return program equipment to proper areas after each week of camp
• Complete the work of the department in accordance with the general policy, aims, and objectives of OI.
• Consult with departmental personnel on the goals and objectives associated with Nature Day Camp
• Communicate job-related issues and/or the need for assistance with job-related issues to the NDC Summer Camp Manager and/or SEEC Director
• Interact with the public with a cheerful and positive attitude, solve guest’s problems and complaints in an appropriate manner, and maintain harmonious working relationship with fellow employees
• Assist as needed with natural resources management, upkeep of interpretive exhibits and displays including animal care, and facility maintenance
• Attend in-service training and staff meetings as required
• Perform other duties as assigned
HOURS
Camp is held during the summer months. Counselors must be present, without absence, the entire duration as stated by contract and are required to invest the time necessary to produce exceptional results during the camp session.
To Apply
Send resume and OI application to Molly Check at mhaywood@oionline.com.
Junior Nature Camp Assistant Cook
Temporary, Part-time; Non-Exempt
Primary Functions:
To support the mission of Oglebay Institute’s Junior Nature Camp by preparing daily meals. To take direction from the Head Cook in all aspects of kitchen preparation and cleaning.
*There’s potential to work as a Head Cook apprentice, for applicants interested in serving as Head Cook in future*
QUALIFICATIONS
TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
HOURS
Camp is held during the summer months. Counselors must be present, without absence, the entire duration as stated by contract and are required to invest the time necessary to produce exceptional results during the camp session.
Terms
Oglebay Institute to pay the sum of $10 per hour, plus (optional) room and board from July 14-29, 2022.
Interested candidates should email Molly Haywood at mhaywood@oionline.com by May 26, 2023. Applicants will be considered as they are received, and position may be filled before deadline.
Junior Nature Camp Mental Health Worker
Temporary, Part-time; Non-Exempt
Primary Functions:
To support the mission of Oglebay Institute’s Junior Nature Camp by providing mental health support to all campers, all within the cooperative living environment of a residential camp.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Desire and ability to work with children outdoors
• Ability to work collaboratively with other staff to oversee total wellness of each camper
• Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience, and self-control
TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• To provide high quality direct treatment as needed by campers to positively respond to their daily environment. Services may include support planning, direct support, crisis intervention, and coordination with the family.
• Create a collaborative environment and establishes a therapeutic culture that supports a positive behavioral support model.
• Establish a relationship of trust and respect with campers and staff.
• Collaborate with Camp Director, Program Director, CIT Director, and Camp Nurse to ensure each camper is well adjusted and positively participating in all camp activities.
• To complete the work of the department in accordance with the general policy, aims, and objectives of Oglebay Institute.
HOURS
Camp is held for two weeks (July 16-22 & July 23-29, 2023). Preferred – individual who can be present, with little or no absence, the entire duration of camp – but not necessary. Required to invest the time necessary to produce exceptional results during the camp session.
Pay is commensurate with experience.
Interested candidates should send cover letter and completed OI application to Molly Haywood at mhaywood@oionline.com by May 26, 2023. Applicants will be considered as they are received, and position may be filled before deadline.
Stifel Fine Arts Center, School of Dance and Towngate Theatre
Oglebay Institute is seeking teaching visual & performing artists to fill a variety of positions throughout the year including year-long residency programs in area schools and adjunct instructor positions at the Stifel Fine Arts Center, School of Dance and Towngate Theatre.
Click here to complete a teaching artist application.
Schrader Environmental Education Center
The Schrader Environmental Education Center is always looking for passionate environmental educators to consider for part time and full time positions. Please send your resume to Molly Haywood if you would like it to be considered for future job opportunities.
About Oglebay Institute:
OI is a 501(c)3 organization located in Wheeling, WV. Since its founding in 1930, OI has been successful in serving the residents and visitors of the Upper Ohio River Valley by providing quality programming in five discipline areas: environmental education; performing arts; regional history interpretation; visual arts; and dance. These program areas and the facilities in which they reside, are supported by centralized administrative, finance, marketing, and development departments.
OI serves a wide geographic service area that includes Northern West Virginia, Eastern Ohio and Western Pennsylvania. More than 90,000 individuals participate in the organization’s programming annually; nearly half of participants are children.
