Interpreter - Serpent Mound

Ohio History Connection • Peebles, OH

23h • $15 • Onsite

About The Position

Assists in the coordination of daily visitation and other educational programming within the site.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• 0-3 years experience working with members of the public in a service, retail, or educational capacity

Nice To Haves

• Comfortable communicating with staff and the public, both orally and in writing
• Excellent presentation skills
• Proficiency in various office software suites and virtual platforms, including but not limited to Microsoft 365

Responsibilities

• Assist with virtual and onsite public programs, daily interpretation and other museum events, including staffing museum interpretive tables and programs and monitoring museum galleries.
• Assist with school group orientations and logistics
• Help maintain and care for museum interactives and displays; start up museum interactives in the mornings.
• 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 larger Historic Sites area.
• Assist in the training of new interpretive team members and floor volunteers.
• 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 the implementation of emergency procedures when necessary to ensure safety of visitors, colleagues, and the site.
• Champion and promote mission and values of the organization.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED