The Opportunity
MacDowell, the nation’s oldest multidisciplinary artist residency program, seeks a dependable and detail-oriented House Assistant to help sustain ideal working and living conditions for ~30 artists in residence. Preferred candidates will have prior cleaning experience and a courteous, customer service orientation. We are looking for an organized and hard-working team player who will center MacDowell’s core value of care for artists in their stewardship of studios and common spaces.
This position is full-time, 32 hours a week with shifts starting at 7a and ending between 12-2p. House Assistants must have a valid driver’s license and be able to regularly lift 25-40 lbs.
Responsibilities
- Clean studios, dorms, and public buildings following standards and safety protocols set by the House Manager
- Sweep, scrub, vacuum, dust and polish furniture, wash windows, assist with waste removal, and similar duties
- Wash, dry, fold, and store linens
- Special event preparation, including Medal Day weekend in June
- Contribute to a warm, welcoming environment for artists, staff, and guests
Compensation
Compensation based on experience ($18-22/hr), non-exempt, benefits include employer paid health and dental insurance; life and short-term disability insurance; medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts; employer contributions to a 403(b)-retirement account; paid family leave; and generous paid time off.
Pay: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Paid training
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Peterborough, NH 03458 (Required)
Work Location: In person
