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Are you passionate about history, nature, and community engagement? Old Westbury Gardens is more than just a destination—it’s a living legacy. Whether your talents lie in horticulture, education, customer service, or event coordination, a career with us means contributing to something extraordinary.

Check back often for updates on available opportunities and become part of a team that brings history to life and creates unforgettable experiences for our visitors!


Visitor Services Associate

The Visitor Services Associate (VSA) is responsible for providing outstanding visitor/customer service and ensuring security during the season (April-November). They greet visitors, process admissions, sell memberships, and guide visitors around the Gardens, all while maintaining a welcoming atmosphere.

Visitor/Customer Service Core Responsibilities

  • Ensure the safety of visitors and the security of Gardens property.
  • Provide courteous and helpful service to all visitors.
  • Process admissions, promote memberships, and offer directions and information about the Gardens.
  • Ensure adherence to policies and procedures to protect visitors, staff, volunteers, and property.
  • Monitor visitor activity and alarm systems; perform reporting and inspections.
  • Patrol Westbury House, gardens, and grounds; respond to emergency situations.
  • Escort photography permit holders for photoshoots.
  • Assist with setup, operation, and breakdown for events such as weddings and concerts.
  • Help maintain the cleanliness of the Gardens.

Job Requirements

  • Maintain professional composure at all times.
  • Ability to stand for long periods and lift at least 30 lbs; able to navigate outdoor wooded areas.
  • Available to work weekends, holidays, and flexible hours including evenings.
  • Adaptability to changing schedules on short notice.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a close-knit team.
  • High School diploma or GED required (college degree preferred); reliable communication (cell phone, email).
  • Dependable, trustworthy, personable, and confidential.

Schedule

3–5 days per week, April–November. 8-hour shifts, including weekdays and weekends as scheduled (except Tuesdays).

Job Type: Part-time/Seasonal
Pay: From $16.50 per hour

Email inquiries: employment@oldwestburygardens.org


Weekend Custodian

The Weekend Custodian is a part-time/seasonal position responsible for maintaining cleanliness across Old Westbury Gardens during weekends (April–November).

Weekend Custodian Core Responsibilities

  • Policing the grounds to remove litter.
  • Changing trash can liners as needed.
  • Maintaining restroom facilities for visitors.
  • Helping set up and break down events such as weddings and concerts.
  • Taking initiative without direct instruction.

Job Requirements

  • Available to work weekends from April–November.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Maintain professional composure at all times.
  • Ability to stand, walk for extended periods, and lift at least 30 lbs; able to navigate outdoor wooded areas.
  • Work certain designated holidays and adapt to changing schedules.
  • Work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
  • High School diploma or GED required (college degree preferred); reliable transportation and communication.
  • Dependable, adaptable, trustworthy, personable, and confidential.

Schedule

  • Saturday and Sunday shifts from April 1 – November (official end date TBD).
  • Typical hours: 10:30 AM – 6:30 PM (subject to change for events).
  • 8-hour shifts; weekends only.

Job Type: Part-time, Seasonal
Pay: $18.00–$21.00 per hour

Benefits: Paid time off

Physical Setting

  • Office
  • Outdoor work

Work Location: In person

Email inquiries: employment@oldwestburygardens.org