Interpreter - Ohio History Center/Ohio Village na Ohio History Connection

Position: Interpreter

Status: Part time, permanent

Location: Ohio History Center & Ohio Village

Compensation: $16.00 per hour

Summary:

Assists in the coordination of daily visitation and other educational programming within the Ohio History Center & Ohio Village.

Essential Functions

• 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, logistics and programs
• 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 Interpretive Supervisor
• 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.

Education and Experience:

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

Desired Skills & Experience:

• 6+ months of combined experience working with the general public (ex. retail, reception, front desk work, food service, etc.)
• Experience interacting with school-aged children.

Required Competencies:

• Demonstrated ability to communicate to colleagues and the general public, both orally and in writing; demonstrated ability to research and retain information;
• Computer skills including Microsoft Office suite; email proficiency required; some knowledge of routine clerical work required
• Ability to carry out assigned duties with a minimum of supervision; ability pay attention to detail and meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; skilled at working with a variety of professions and personalities
• Intuitive and proactive in meeting the needs of visitors and fellow staff; ability to organize and orchestrate multiple activities simultaneously.

Work Environment

• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings as needed.
• Mix of indoor office and museum work and outdoor visitor interaction work.

Application Instructions:

Submit application through Ohio History Connection careers website: https://www.applicantpro.com/openings/ohiohistory/jobs. For questions or accommodations requests, please email [email protected] or call 614-297-2500.

Ohio History Connection is an equal opportunity employer.

All prospective employees are required to undergo a fingerprint background check processed by the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation & Identification (BCI) in accordance with the Volunteer Children's Act. Additionally, prospective employees will also submit to a drug test. Both will occur after the offer of employment is accepted. The results of the background check and drug test are not immediate disqualifiers to employment and are reviewed in accordance with Ohio History Connection policies and procedures. Inquiries must be directed to the Human Resources Director at 614-297-2390 or via email at [email protected].