Museum/Historic Site Interpreter

Summary Statement Interpreters are responsible for interacting with the public, programming and social media support, research, and daily museum operations. This position will participate in interpretive and educational programming related to individuals, groups, and schools. This position will also assist in the development of Cooch's Bridge as it transitions from private ownership to public site. For more information on the site, please visit Essential Functions Conduct thematic tours, lectures, seminars and consultations of museums and historic sites. Assess visitor level of knowledge and interests prior to and during tours and make adjustments to tailor subject matter to the audience. Engage visitors in participatory activities or historic demonstrations. Assist with the development and implementation of programmatic activities by conducting research within established guidelines, proposing ideas for site activities, serving as mentors for casual/seasonal staff, participating in brainstorming sessions for developing and implementing research projects, exhibit and interpretive programs and designing and marketing special public events. Perform a variety of support functions such as maintaining surveillance of visitors/buildings/contents for security purposes; scheduling tours; collecting revenues, and preparing records of visitation, sales, donations, inventory. Maintain operations during absence of Site Supervisor. Attend training sessions, workshops, conferences and seminars. Job Requirements Six months experience in record keeping. Knowledge of museum practices including collection management, research, exhibit design, collection handling, preservation or maintenance of historic buildings, and conducting museum educational programs or tours. Knowledge of public relations, media relations or communications such as establishing and promoting a positive image with the public and informing or influencing specific audiences using internal and external communications such as public forums, journalism, writing, marketing, advertising, promotions, or special events. Additional Posting Information This is a Casual/Seasonal position which is a non-pension eligible position without healthcare and/or other benefits. Conditions of Hire Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hire’s Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources. All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County. Selection Process The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list the name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements. Once you have submitted your application online, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov. Accommodations Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling View phone number on click.appcast.io or by visiting delawarerelay.com. If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io. The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. #J-18808-Ljbffr DelDOT