Passionate about unique merchandise? Helpful and courteous? Then you should become a Shop at AGH/Art Rental & Sales Volunteer at the Art Gallery of Hamilton.


What do Shop at AGH/Art Rentals & Sales Volunteers do?
Under the supervision of the Shop at AGH staff, volunteers:

Provide excellent customer service: greeting customers, using good judgment to determine the level of service, answering questions

Keep up to date on products in the Shop and convey this knowledge to customers

Handle transactions at the point-of-sale terminal, including debit and credit card transactions, packaging and wrapping purchases

Receive, price and inventory merchandise

Assist in upkeep of shop appearance, including dusting shelves and merchandise

What level of commitment is expected?
Volunteers are expected to work a minimum of two 3-4 hour shifts a month (a total of 6-8 hours) in order to keep current with new products and sales transaction procedures. Shifts are available during the day, Tuesday – Friday, evenings on Thursday and Friday, as well as Saturday and Sunday.

What skills are required for this position?

Friendly and approachable

Experience dealing with the public

Retail experience and/or some knowledge of art and art history is desirable

Ability to communicate well and work as part of a team

Basic computer skills would be an asset

Physical ability to bend, climb and lift up to 20 pounds

How do I become a Volunteer?
Please return to the main Volunteering webpage and following the instructions for the Volunteer Application.
Note: To be a volunteer at the AGH, you are required to become a member. For more information about membership, click here.