Career opportunities

At the Dixon, we celebrate creativity, beauty, nature, community, and moments of inspiration. Our belief is that art and culture bring people together and should be accessible to all. Join our team and help bring this vision to life.

Available positions

Membership Coordinator (full-time)

Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, and references to Chantal Drake, Director of Development and Communications, at cdrake@dixon.org.

Security / Manager on Duty

Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, and references to Juliana Bjorklund, Director of Operations at, juliana@dixon.org.

Gardener

Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, and references to Gail Hopper, Controller, at ghopper@dixon.org, or call Dale Skaggs, Director of Horticulture, at (901) 312-1249.

Internships at the Dixon

The Dixon’s 2021 Education Internship application process is now closed.

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Dixon Docents

The Dixon is accepting applications for our volunteer docent program. A successful candidate should have an interest in art, a friendly personality, good communication skills, and a desire to help others learn.

An art background is not required. Docent training will cover Dixon and Permanent Collection information, quarterly training on changing exhibitions, interpretation techniques, and tour leading practice.

Docents are required to commit to two years and attend all training sessions to stay up to date on current exhibitions and museum events.

Become a Docent

To apply, fill out the form below and upload your cover letter and at least one reference.

Name

First Name *

Last Name

Phone Number *

Email Address *

Emergency Contact

First Name

Last Name

Education

I am interested in doing tours of *

Gardens

Galleries

Availability *

During the week

Only on weekends

Anytime

I prefer to work with *

Children/Students

Adults

Doesn't matter

What characteristics, skills, education, and experiences do you think will help you as a docent? *

Do you have any previous volunteer experience?

Do you have any previous Dixon volunteer experience? *

Do you have previous experience as a docent, or working in a tour giving capacity? *

Do you have experience working with children?

Have you attended or are you attending college? Where, when, and what area of study?

Do you speak any languages other than English?

Do you have any experience working with individuals with special needs?

Upload A Cover Letter (PDF File) *

Personal References (PDF File) *

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