Interpreter - National Afro-American Museum and Cultural Center

Ohio History Connection•Wilberforce, OH

2d•$15•Onsite

About The Position

Assists in the coordination of daily visitation and other educational programming at the National Afro-American Museum and Cultural Center. As a museum docent and guide the Interpreter serves as one of the museum's educational links between the Museum's collections and the public.

Requirements

Some college preferred in education, history, or interpretation.
A strong interest or background in history, science, or education.
0-3 years experience working with members of the public in a service, retail, or educational capacity.
Proficiency in oral presentations to diverse groups, with the ability to tailor technical historical information for different age levels.
Maintain a friendly, outgoing manner and follow site-specific safety protocols.
Public speaking and education proficiency, basic math and writing skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a historical society, museum or other related work is a plus.
Experience interacting with school-aged children.

Responsibilities

Create a positive and fun environment for visitors of all ages and backgrounds by being hospitable, approachable and engaging, encouraging participation in impromptu and planned interactions that promote curiosity and relevance.
Assist with virtual and onsite public programs, daily interpretation and other museum events, including staffing tables, attending programs/events and monitoring museum galleries.
Assist with school group orientations, logistics and programs.
Help maintain and care for museum interactives and displays.
Manage assigned projects independently with minimal supervision; assist in the implementation of larger scale programming as assigned by manager.
Collaborate on the planning of interpretive programs with Interpretive Supervisor
Assist in the training of new interpretive team members and volunteers.
Assist with the implementation of emergency procedures when necessary to ensure safety of visitors, colleagues, and the Museum.
Champion and promote mission and values of the organization.
Assist in maintaining museum front desk and gift shop operations including greeting visitors, answering phone calls, collecting money, sales and general museum care.
Other duties as assigned.