Historical Interpreter I - HS65044353
About The Position
The Historical Interpreter I conducts interpretive programs, demonstrations, special events, tours, and visitor services at Fort Fisher State Historic Site. The role includes giving on-site and off-site presentations, providing living history demonstrations, researching topics, and using appropriate artifact management and care techniques. The interpreter also coordinates a docent program, performs clerical and financial duties, operates the gift shop, greets visitors, and helps maintain the site. Fort Fisher State Historic Site preserves and interprets the military history of the Civil War and World War II in southeastern North Carolina, including its battlefield earthworks, Wilmington’s blockade-running trade, and memorial grounds. The position is based at the site in Kure Beach, North Carolina.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED and two years of experience giving museum tours, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Must be available to work Tuesday through Saturday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional night and weekend work for special events.
- Able to perform light physical activity, including lifting up to 20 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Able to climb a ladder.
- Must have a valid U.S.-issued driver's license or be able to obtain one within 90 days of employment.
Nice To Haves
- Experience giving tours in a museum or historic site setting.
- Experience with living history interpretation and/or historic trades.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate school group tours and general tours.
- Conduct visitor services, including guided tours, living history demonstrations, and greeting visitors.
- Assist with event planning, logistics, promotion, and rentals.
- Research topics for projects, educational programs, and exhibits.
- Perform clerical and financial duties.
- Operate the gift shop.
- Help with site maintenance.
- Conduct interpretive programs, demonstrations, special events, and on-site and off-site presentations.
- Use appropriate artifact management and care techniques.
- Coordinate a docent program.
Benefits
- A sign-on bonus of $1,500 is offered to eligible candidates, contingent on funding availability.
- Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
