Job Description

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.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Paid time off Paid training Parental leave Retirement plan
License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Commute:

Peterborough, NH 03458 (Required)
Work Location: In person