Museum/Historic Site Interpreter

2 months ago


Dover, United States DelDOT Full time

Introduction

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Summary Statement

Interpreters are responsible for interacting with the public, programming and social media support, research, and daily museum operations at both the Old State House and the Johnson Victrola Museum. The Museum/Historic Site Interpreter will participate in interpretive and educational programming related to individuals, groups, and schools. This position will work to raise awareness of the programs offered that highlight the inclusive history of the site in regional and national topics.For more information on the museums, please visit ://

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here. Conducts thematic tours, lectures, seminars and consultations of museums and historic sites. Assesses visitor level of knowledge and interests prior to and during tours and makes adjustments to tailor subject matter to the audience. Engages visitors in participatory activities or historic demonstrations.
Assists 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.
Performs 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.
Maintains operations during absence of Site Supervisor.
Attends training sessions, workshops, conferences and seminars.

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Museum/Historic Site Interpreter

Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

Six months experience in record keeping. Knowledge of museum practices such as collection management, research, exhibit design, management and handling of collections, preservation or maintenance of historic buildings, 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, informing or influencing specific audiences through the use of internal and external communications such as public forums, journalism, writing, marketing, advertising, promotions, or special events.
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