Strategically located on the Pacific Rim and serving one of the most diverse communities in the United States, the Asian Art Museum of San Francisco – Chong-Moon Lee Center for Asian Art and Culture is uniquely positioned to lead a diverse, global audience in discovering the distinctive materials, aesthetics and intellectual achievements of Asian art and cultures, and to serve as a bridge of understanding between Asia and the United States and among the diverse cultures of Asia.  In 2017, Vision Board, a museum task force of cross-departmental staff, defined the museum's cultural values and named it after REINA our beloved ritual vessel in the collection. The Asian Art Museum of San Francisco strives to always be Respectful, Engaging, Inspirational, Nimble, & Accessible.

The Asian Arts Museums seek a highly motivated Admission Attendant. The museum’s collection galleries on the second and third floors feature more than 2,000 artworks from all the major cultures of Asia. Artworks in the galleries are regularly rotated, offering visitors a chance to view more of the museum’s collection.  The successful candidate, under the general direction supervises the staff and manages and coordinates the operations of the registration division in support of the museum's collections management and exhibition programs.

According to Civil Service Commission Rule 109, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this class and are not intended to be an inclusive list.

1. Sells, distributes and/or collects tickets, passes, membership, audio tour and other products by    personally receiving various types of payment from patrons of Park & Recreation and museum facilities. Operates a cash register or a computerized system to register sale transactions.

2. Sets up money trays by obtaining sufficient amounts of different denominations of dollars and coins in order to make change for Park & Recreation and Museum patrons.

3. Prepares deposits by summarizing all receipts on a daily basis and preparing forms such as cash reconciliation sheet and deposit slip in order to bank monies at the end of a shift. 

4. Provides excellent customer service and information; responds to patrons' requests for directions and information about facilities & fees and other questions to aid patrons in their use and enjoyment of facilities and actively promote sale of membership, audio tour, and products sold by the organizations.

5. Assists with crowd control, counts visitors and verifies admission receipts; assists in the issuance of will call tickets, greets and meets groups and school tours; and assists with coat check and information area.

6. Maintains inventory of admission tickets, audio sets and other products by tracking and
maintaining appropriate level of inventory.

7. Checks and ensures automated systems are functioning properly by cleaning, dusting, replacing and /or changing receipt tapes, ticket rolls, and ink cartridges.  Contacts outside vendors for any repair if needed.

One (1) year (2000 hours) verifiable experience as an admission attendant, cashier or comparable position which requires assisting customers and handling cash on a daily basis.

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Carol Isen - Human Resources Director

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CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:  All City and County of San Francisco employees are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment.  For details on how it is applicable to your employment, please click here.

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.