Part Time Cultural & Historic Interpretation Leader

Gwinnett County•Gwinnett County, GA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

This is a part-time position with a maximum of 1,508 hours per year and is not eligible for paid holidays, leave, or benefits. The Cultural and Historic Interpretation Leader will be supporting daily operations at multiple Gwinnett County historic sites and may work out of several locations throughout the county. The incumbent will be performing a wide range of administrative tasks, as well as greeting visitors and providing tours.

Requirements

Associate's degree in history, museum studies, public history, education, anthropology, archeology, American studies, library science, political science, or other related humanities or social science degree
One year of experience in historic preservation, artifact management, oral history, research, education, or a related field
An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job
Valid driver's license
Fingerprinting: candidates must undergo a comprehensive background check and obtain a satisfactory determination from the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (DECAL).
May require on-call rotation and emergency after hours, weekends, and/or holidays.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in history, museum studies, public history, education, anthropology, archeology, American studies, library science, political science, or other related humanities or social science degree
Two years of experience in historic preservation, artifact management, oral history, research, education, or a related field

Responsibilities

Assisting with historic research, data entry, exhibit development, oral history interviews, and historic site asset management
Ensuring daily maintenance of facilities and grounds, including opening & closing buildings, general housekeeping & maintenance duties, and ensuring the facility is in safe condition
Answering phone calls and on-site inquiries
Assisting with completing daily, weekly, and monthly recordkeeping
Working with volunteers and interns
Performing miscellaneous tasks associated with running a local historic museum or site
Remaining available for weekend and evening work
Providing tours of historic sites to groups of visitors