Museum Interpreter
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Job Location:
Richmond, VA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Museum Interpreter
Maymont is a 100-acre historic estate and park located in Richmond Virginia with many unique experiences for all to enjoy including the historic Maymont Mansion The Robins Nature Center arboretum formal gardens and habitats for native Virginia wildlife and farm animals. Since 1975 Maymont has been maintained and operated by the nonprofit Maymont Foundation committed to creating experiences that delight educate and inspire its guests.
The Historical Resources Department is seeking a part-time Museum Interpreter. This position supports the daily operation of the historic house museum and historical features at Maymont including public and private tours and booked groups. The position reports to the Curator and Director of Historical Resources and oversees the coordination of the docent led tours of the exhibitions and historical features. The position assists with coordination and implementation of interpretation programs events and special tours as assigned. The position assists with the coordination of volunteers. The position is part-time approximately 2 - 4 weekend days a month with availability during weekdays.
Essential Functions:
- Assists with operation of the museum for public tours and monitors the exhibitions and public entry to the museum.
- Oversee the tour process for the docent led tours.
- Conducts general tours special interpretation and other programs.
- Responsible for creating a welcoming gracious and informative experience for all visitors.
- Fosters a positive work environment that encourages volunteerism teamwork and support for all aspects of Maymont and its visitors
- Assists with other activities and special projects of the department as assigned.
Core Competencies:
- Ability to implement engaging interpretation and programming.
- Excellent communication skills
- High level of attention to detail
- Strong internal and external customer service skills
- Desire to be helpful and contribute to the overall success of the enterprise including collaboration and participation with special events
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor of Arts in Art History History Education or related field preferred.
- Museum/historic site interpretation experience preferred.
- Excellent communication and visitor service skills required.
- Desire to work with children the public and museum volunteers required.
Physical Demands:
- Frequent sitting standing walking and talking for extended periods
- Frequent climbing bending stooping and lifting up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to work inside and outside in all weather conditions
- Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision distance vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus
FLSA Status: Part-Time Hourly
This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform other job-related duties. This document does not create an employment contract implied or otherwise other than an at-will employment relationship.
All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Maymont Foundation is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer
** Ability to pass a background check needed
Key Skills
- Continuous Integration
- Customer Service
- Communication skills
- Deaf Education
- LAMP Stack
- Medical Terminology
- Smartsheet
- Translation
- Interpretation
- Child Protective Services
- Public Speaking
- Social Work
About Company
Connecting people with nature, history, wildlife and each other. Plan Your Visit Where nature, history and exploration come together. Maymont is a 100-acre green space in the heart of Richmond, Virginia. We welcome everyone to explore our spectacular Gilded Age mansion, beautiful cura ... View more
