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At RAM, you are welcome to build a uniquely personal career path alongside a passionate team.
Our culture reflects the Racine community that inspires us every day. Authentic, connected, and always evolving. We are looking for people who add to our culture — people who will challenge us with fresh thinking and expand the possibilities of our work.
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Retail and Guest Service Associate
The Retail and Guest Service Associate will ensure the smooth, efficient, and customer-orientated operation of the reception area and the retail store locations at both RAM Downtown and RAM Wustum, to ensure a high level of visitor and customer care. This position will also serve as the important first impression of the museum, greeting guests, and answering questions about the museum’s exhibitions and programs.
Details
Date: 10/10/2026
Department: Retail and Guest Services
Status: Part-time, Hourly, Non-exempt
Reports To: Retail and Guest Services Manager
Direct Reports: None
Salary Range: $13.00 hourly
Key Responsibilities:
Guest Services
- Welcome and assist museum guests in a friendly and professional manner
- Process admissions, memberships, and other guest transactions accurately and efficiently
- Answer phones, respond to guest inquiries, and direct visitors as needed
- Assist with data entry and other administrative tasks
- Maintain overall appearance and cleanliness of reception area and museum store with light housekeeping such as: vacuuming, dusting shelves, and straightening merchandise
- Monitor the entrance and throughout the museum via security cameras
- Work with proper staff to ensure proper training and knowledge of current exhibitions
Retail Operations
- Operate the point-of-sale system to process cash and credit card transactions accurately and efficiently
- Maintain and balance cash drawers according to established procedures
- Assist with receiving incoming inventory
- Maintain accurate product listings in Shopify to reflect current inventory
- Monitor stock levels in Shopify and report to Retail and Guest Services Manager
- Assist with the successful completion of the store’s annual inventory
- Provide and maintain proper, secure storage of inventory items
- Process and fulfill online orders accurately and efficiently, ensuring timely shipment and delivery
- Assist with opening and closing procedures for the store and reception as well as the opening and closing of the entire museum as needed
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Availability to work some nights and weekends is required
- Commitment to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all guests
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Outgoing personality and customer service focus
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Responsible, honest, and reliable
- Basic computer skills, including familiarity with email and office software
- Experience using POS, CRM, and e-commerce platforms
- Familiar with all safety procedures relating to fire, security, and other emergencies
Physical Requirements
- Light physical work is required
- May need to lift up to 20 pounds and stand for extended periods of time
- Ability to bend, reach, and perform repetitive motions associated with retail operations.
Other Duties as Assigned: This job description is not designed to cover or contain comprehensive listings of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.
RAMA complies with all Federal and State anti-discrimination statutes and does not discriminate for any reasons outlined in Federal or State law. This policy will be in effect in all hiring situations for full-time as well as part-time employees, temporary part-time employees, educational instructors, interns, and for the volunteers who enhance staff functions.
Email cover letter and resume to:
Andrea Mickelson, Retail and Guest Services Manager
Racine Art Museum and Charles A. Wustum Museum of Fine Arts
PO Box 187
Racine, WI 53401
amickelson@ramart.org
No phone calls, please
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Collections Intern
This student position offers practical experience in museum collections care, preservation, and organization. Working alongside the Registrar/Collections Manager, students will gain insight into the behind-the-scenes processes that support the management and stewardship of an art collection.
Details
Date: 8/1/2026
Department: Exhibitions and Collections
Compensation: $9/hour
Time Frame: 10 hours/week for 15 weeks; September to December
Status: Part Time, Temporary, Hourly, Non-Exempt
Reports to: Registrar/Collections Manager
Direct Reports: N/A
Summary:
This position supports the Registrar/Collections Manager with the care and maintenance of the collection. Principal Job functions would include recording and cataloging collections artwork information; assisting in conducting inventories of the collection; assisting with moving and packing artwork; assisting with organizing and filing collection artwork, exhibition record, and artist biographical files; and other projects as assigned based on priority needs. This opportunity is for students who are interested in gaining practical working knowledge in the area of registration and collections management. This position will take place primarily at RAM Downtown; but may be involved in tasks at off-site art storage locations as well as at RAM Wustum, accompanied by the Registrar.
Principal Job Functions:
• Assist with recording and cataloging collections artwork information.
• Assist in conducting inventories of the collection.
• Assist in moving and packing artwork.
• Assist in organizing and filing collection artwork, exhibition record, and artist biographical files.
• Work as a team with the Registrar Assistant on various collections-based projects.
Required Knowledge and Skills:
• Adhere to deadlines and time constraints.
• Work with a team, ask questions, provide support and be proactive.
• Provide attention to detail and problem solving.
• Interact with the public as well as colleagues.
• Knowledge of databases and proficiency in Microsoft Office, preferred.
• Art Handing experience preferred.
Education and Experience:
Graduate or upper-level undergraduates studying art history, museum studies, fine arts, and/or related fields. Graduate student preferred.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Must be able to lift and carry up to 35 pounds.
Note: The job description above is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being
performed by people assigned to this position. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of the exclusive standards, responsibilities, duties or skills required. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform other related duties, as may be required.
Equal Opportunity:
RAM complies with all Federal and State anti-discrimination statutes and does not discriminate for any reasons outlined in Federal or State law. This policy will be in effect in all hiring situations for full-time as well as part-time employees, temporary part-time employees, educational instructors, interns and for the volunteers who enhance staff functions.
Mail or email cover letter, resume, and three references to:
Katelyn Mitchell, Associate Curator
Racine Art Museum
PO Box 187
441 Main Street
Racine, WI 53403
kmitchell@ramart.org
No phone calls, please
Exhibitions Intern
Offered regularly at RAM Downtown.
- Assist with general exhibition tasks for juried and/or community exhibitions including being present at artwork drop off and pick up days, compiling artwork entry information, and helping organize exhibition materials.
- Help develop and maintain artist lists, exhibition records, and catalogs.
- Assist with interdepartmental projects and performances, including special event preparation and execution.
- Assist preparators with label production and gallery maintenance.
- Research artists and objects intended for upcoming exhibitions.
Volunteer at RAM.
Greeters, Assistants, Docents
Volunteers help create welcoming environments and help foster lasting connections through art. Learn more about opportunities at RAM Downtown and RAM Wustum.
A career at RAM is your opportunity to bring thought-provoking experiences to our community and beyond. Learn more about our vision, our values, and the extraordinary people who make our work possible.