Historic Interpreter II, Historic Fort Snelling

Saint Paul, MN - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

JOB TITLE: Historic Interpreter II Historic Fort Snelling

LOCATION: Historic Fort Snelling 200 Tower Ave St Paul MN 55111

COMPENSATION: Typical starting rate$20.22 hourly

STATUS & HOURS: This is a part-time regular position of approximately1040 annual hours/32 hours a week; OR a part-time regular position of approximately728 annual hours/22 hours a week. A typical schedule is April through November Thursday through Sunday with approximately 40 hours of training in March. Shifts include weekends holidays and some evenings.

BENEFITS: Part-time (1040 hours):Eligible to participate in State Employee Group Insurance Program and a retirement program with employer contribution. Generous vacation and sick time accruals ORPart-time (728 hours):Eligible to participate in retirement program with employer contribution. Generous vacation and sick time accruals.

DESIGNATION: Bargaining Unit AFSCME Local 3173

POSTING DATE: January 29 2026

DEADLINE DATE: February 12 2026

TO APPLY: Interested applicants must apply online at the Minnesota Historical Societys career center at include a resume and cover letter by the application deadline date.

DESCRIPTION: This position exists to conduct interpretive programs using a variety of interpretive and performance techniques support admissions and the site store assist in the daily operations of the site mentor other staff and provide high-quality customer service to visitors of Historic Fort Snelling.

SUMMARY OF WORK: 1) Conduct on-site and limited supervised off-site programs workshops and tours communicating historical information using multiple interpretive techniques; 2) Provide operational assistance with museum store sales admissions sales and rentals; 3) Receive welcome and orient visitors to the historic site; 4) Assist in the maintenance and protection of the historic site grounds facility and collections; and 5) Study assigned or site-relevant historical materials to enhance the delivery of the sites programs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Ability to adapt program presentations and lessons to best suit the needs of visitors based on situations that arise including late arrivals special visitor needs teacher inquiries and visitor inquiries.
Experience in or willingness to learn computer software programs as needed.
Willingness to learn and work a variety of assignments including but not limited to retail and admissions software site orientation for guests interpretive (potentially may include military hearth cooking shops etc.) depending upon supervisor assessment of skill set and knowledge.
Willingness to complete all required safety training including firearms safety etc. as needed.
Willingness to complete Health Safety training and screening and adhere to MNHS and site protocols.
If participating in specific areas of the program such as the military program requires 20/20 vision (corrective lenses acceptable) healthy depth perception and peripheral vision e.g. determining safe firing range.
Ability and flexibility to work a varied schedule including weekdays weekends and holidays.
Ability to stand for extended periods of time and walk up to 5 miles a day in heat cold rain and snow.
Ability to bend crouch kneel reach push and pull
Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds; partner lift with anything more than 25 pounds; team lift with anything 75 pounds or more.
Ability and willingness to travel off-site.

DEMONSTRATED SKILLS IN OR KNOWLEDGE OF:

Demonstrated ability to think imaginatively and problem-solve.
Basic accounting and math skills.
Demonstrated reliability and ability to provide consistent quality customer service.
Demonstrated ability to work independently while also being able to collaborate effectively and contribute positively in a team environment.
Strong oral communication skills ability to listen and be responsive to questions and comments.
Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse public in a friendly and open manner while conveying information or teaching.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
Experience working with K-12 audiences.
Knowledge of history including but not limited to African American American Indian military and Japanese American history in the United States. Hearth (fireplace) cooking technology Blacksmithing technology 1800s trade skills.
Experience in Shopify software or other retail or admissions software.
Knowledge of basic clothing tool or cookware maintenance and historic food preparation.
Willingness to participate in costumed interpretive programming. Gender Race Ethnicity and age do not affect what areas a Historic Interpreter can work in.
Knowledge of military material culture and firearms technology.
Experience working at a museum historic site or cultural institution.
Knowledge of historic childrens games.

Should you have questions with the application process email or call MNHS Job Line at .

At MNHS we dont just accept difference we celebrate it we support it and we thrive on diversity for the benefit of our employees our products and services and our community. The Minnesota Historical Society believes that an inclusive culture among our team members is critical to our success as a historical society and museum and we seek to recruit develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. The Minnesota Historical Society is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and employer.

JOB TITLE: Historic Interpreter II Historic Fort SnellingLOCATION: Historic Fort Snelling 200 Tower Ave St Paul MN 55111COMPENSATION: Typical starting rate$20.22 hourlySTATUS & HOURS: This is a part-time regular position of approximately1040 annual hours/32 hours a week; OR a part-time regular posit...