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Operations & Volunteer Coordinator Jobs in Houston, TX at Eternal Gandhi Museum Houston
Eternal Gandhi Museum Houston
Operations & Volunteer Coordinator
Full-Time
About Us
The Eternal Gandhi Museum Houston (EGMH) is a cultural and educational museum dedicated to preserving and promoting Mahatma Gandhi’s legacy by cultivating the universal values of Truth, Nonviolence, Peace, Love, and Service. EGMH is the only museum in the Americas dedicated to the life and principles of Mahatma Gandhi, and it works to inspire visitors of all backgrounds to embrace nonviolent conflict resolution and become champions for peace in their own communities. EGMH is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization located at 12379 Riceville School Road, Houston, TX 77031.
Position Overview
The Operations & Volunteer Coordinator is a full-time, hourly position responsible for the day-to-day operations of the museum — including school tours, guest services, events, and the gift shop — while also building and sustaining EGMH’s volunteer program. This role is central to the museum’s ability to deliver its mission and requires someone who is hands-on, organized, personable, and comfortable managing shifting priorities in a growing organization.
Key Responsibilities
Museum Operations
- Open and close museum systems, including exhibit technology and point-of-sale/register
- Send a daily sales report to our accounting department
- Order office supplies and keep storage areas organized and tidy
Guest Services & Tours
- Lead engaging, well-informed guided tours for a wide range of ages and audiences
- Provide welcoming, mission-aligned guest service and proactively engage visitors
- Support and model contact capture and membership/newsletter sign-up during transactions
School Tour Programs
- Manage scheduling and logistics for school tours from booking to field trip day
- Build and maintain relationships with educators and school groups to support program growth
- Coordinate and support volunteer docents to deliver school tours
- Collect feedback and surveys to support continuous improvement of the school tour program
Events, Rentals & Gift Shop
- Coordinate facility rental logistics and communication with venue clients
- Manage gift shop merchandise, including receiving, pricing, and tagging inventory
Volunteer & Docent Coordination
- Recruit, onboard, train, and retain a growing team of volunteers and docents
- Maintain regular communication with volunteers via email, Slack, and in-person outreach
Administration & Communication
- Report regularly to the Executive Director and participate in scheduled meetings
- Support part-time staff and collaborate across departments on shared projects
Qualifications
- 2+ years of relevant experience
- Prior experience in guest-facing, guest services, or nonprofit/museum environments preferred
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Highly organized, self-directed, and comfortable managing multiple priorities
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and general administrative software
- Comfortable learning and troubleshooting basic exhibit/AV technology
Compensation & Schedule
- Full-time, hourly, at-will position: $16–$20/hour, based on experience
- 35–40 hours per week, based on the needs of the Museum
- Weekend availability required, as most events happen on Saturday and Sunday
How to Apply
Please send a resume and cover letter to [email protected] with “Operations and Volunteer Coordinator” in the subject line.
Pay: $16.00 – $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Title: Operations & Volunteer Coordinator
Company: Eternal Gandhi Museum Houston
Location: Houston, TX
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