Receiving Warehouse Specialist

About the role

The Receiving Warehouse Specialist supports the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts’ loading dock and mailroom operations on a part‑time basis. The role is responsible for processing all incoming deliveries, ensuring items are received, logged, and distributed efficiently throughout the museum.

Key responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the museum’s loading dock, receiving a wide variety of materials, supplies, food, beverages, and equipment.
• Load and unload palletized freight using electric and manual pallet jacks.
• Ship packages and freight with UPS and FedEx in the most cost‑effective manner.
• Maintain a safe, clean, well‑maintained, and secure work environment.
• Deliver received packages and freight to the requesting departments promptly.
• Maintain a daily log of incoming shipments.
• Distribute heavy stationary, printed materials, and copy paper upon request.

Required profile

• Ability to work part‑time and perform physical tasks such as lifting and moving freight.
• Attention to detail for accurate logging and distribution of items.
• Commitment to safety and cleanliness in the work area.

Required skills

• Operation of electric pallet jack.
• Operation of manual pallet jack.
• Handling and unloading palletized freight.
• Shipping packages using UPS and FedEx services.

What we offer

• Free admission to museum exhibitions.
• Discounts in the VMFA shop and restaurant.
• Part‑time, non‑exempt position with regular hours.