NRF promotes and invests in the architectural heritage of the Newport community, the traditional building trades, and Doris Duke’s fine and decorative arts collections, for the enjoyment, education and inspiration of all.
As a leader in the preservation of early American architecture, NRF supports research and education in areas directly related to its collections and issues of critical concern to the field of historic preservation.
Tour Doris Duke’s art-filled mansion and enjoy panoramic ocean views from the extensive grounds, designed by Frederick Law Olmsted. Open late March to November.
Experience the only museum in the world specializing in 18th-century Newport furniture and related decorative arts. Open late May to October.
Explore 40 acres of open space, a tribute to the agrarian heritage of Aquidneck Island. The site is open daily from dawn to dusk for public enjoyment.
Newport Restoration Foundation holds one of the largest collections of period architecture owned by a single organization anywhere in the United States.
Celebrate excellence in historic preservation efforts within the City of Newport, Rhode Island.
Live amidst history by renting one of our many historic properties.
Help us to continue a lived-in legacy by becoming a Restoration Partner today.
Classification: Full-time (Non-exempt) year round
Department: Grounds
Reports to: Grounds & Gardens Supervisor
Job Summary: The Newport Restoration Foundation is seeking qualified applicants to join our Grounds and Gardens Crew, located at the Rough Point Museum, on the waterfront in Newport. This role provides year round maintenance of the ground and facilities of historic properties with the ability to work in a variety of inclement weather conditions. Work is performed as part of a crew or independently. Groundskeeper is available as an on call employee for snow removal and disaster response.
Salary Range: $41,600 ($20.00 per hour),100% employer paid medical, dental vision life, insurance, employer contribution to health savings account, 401(k) contribution (not a match), 15 vacation days, 10 sick days, holidays, professional development assistance.
Specific Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and résumé to maeve@newportrestoration.org. The position is open until filled. EOE.
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Classification: Part-time (20 hours per week) year round, (Non-exempt)
Job Summary: The Newport Restoration Foundation is seeking applicants to join our Grounds and Gardens Crew, located at the Rough Point Museum, on the waterfront in Newport. The Grounds & Gardens Assistant will work with the Estate Gardener and the Grounds Crew on the maintenance of the grounds and gardens at several NRF properties, including Rough Point, Whitehorne House, Prescott Farm, and 51 Touro Street.
Salary: $15.50 per hour and a 401(k) contribution (not a match); flexible schedule
To apply, please send a résumé and cover letter to maeve@newportrestoration.org.
Title: Senior Painter
Classification: Full-time (Non-exempt)
Reports to: Paint Supervisor
Job Summary: The Newport Restoration Foundation is seeking an experienced, full-time painter to assist with the preparation and painting of the organization’s unique collection of historic properties. This position will be part of a five-person Paint Crew, which works in tandem with the Carpentry Crew and, collectively, are an integral component of the organization’s Preservation Department. NRF hopes to bring on a Painter not only with substantial expertise in the trade, but also strong personnel and project management abilities.
Salary Range: $52,000 $56,160 annually, $25.00-$27.00 per hour (commensurate with experience), medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, health savings account, 401(k) contribution (not a match), 15 vacation days, 10 sick days, and a generous amount of holidays.
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications
The position is 40 hours a week year round; Monday thru Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm. EOE.
To apply please send résumé to maeve@newportrestoration.org: The position remains open until filled.
Classification: Full-time (Exempt)
Reports to: President
Job Summary: The Newport Restoration Foundation (NRF) is seeking a Development Administrator. The Development Administrator is responsible for establishing, developing and maintaining a fundraising program to support and enhance the mission of NRF to include the following areas: the major gifts program, grants, annual fund, planned giving, corporate and foundation fundraising and special events. This position works closely with the President in all development and fundraising endeavors.
Salary Range: $55,000 – $60,000 (commensurate with experience), medical, dental vision life, insurance, health savings account, 401(k) contribution (not a match), 15 vacation days, 10 sick days, holidays, professional development assistance
Specific Responsibilities
Qualifications
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and résumé to maeve@newportrestoration.org The position is open until filled. EOE.
Job Summary: The Newport Restoration Foundation is seeking a Digital Content Producer & Marketing/Communications Lead. This position is primarily responsible for creating a variety of traditional and new media, including but not limited to, videos, blog posts and newsletters through NRF’s websites, social media platforms, mobile applications and other digital products in order to build awareness locally and nationally, increase attendance, and grow revenue through program and development activities. This person will also become the lead in investigating new forms of media and communications that will engage an expansive audience. This position works closely with all departments in the organization and is deeply collaborative.
Salary Range: $60,000 – $65,000 (commensurate with experience), medical, dental vision life, insurance, health savings account, 401(k) contribution (not a match), 15 vacation days, 10 sick days, holidays, professional development assistance
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and résumé to maeve@newportrestoration.org. The position remains open until filled. EOE.
Title: Custodial Care Associate
Classification: Part-time (hourly, non-exempt)
Reports to: Director of Facilities
Job Summary: The Newport Restoration Foundation is seeking a Custodial Care Associate to join our facilities department at the beautiful waterfront location of the Rough Point museum, on Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI. This position is responsible for cleaning and maintaining both the public and office spaces at Rough Point. During the spring, summer and fall the cleaning and maintenance will tend to focus on cleaning and care of public areas, bathrooms and offices, while winter work involves large scale cleaning of chandeliers, metal objects, woodwork, floors and textile items, in addition to the cleaning and care of public areas, bathrooms and offices. The Collections Care Technician and Senior Curator will train this position on how to clean collections items and other sensitive materials.
Salary; $18-$20 per hour plus a 4.5% 401(k) contribution (not a match).
Schedule; 24 hours per week year-round.
Free on-site parking.
To apply please send a résumé to maeve@newportrestoration. The position remains open until filled.