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Museum/Historic Site Interpreter
Recruitment #070820-MEAZ07-200600
Opening Date 7/11/2020 12:00:00 AM
Closing Date 7/24/2020 11:59:00 PM
Type of Recruitment Casual/Seasonal
Salary $14.43/hour
Salary Plan M37
Pay Grade FR1
Shift Hours 29.5 Hours
Employment Type Actual Vacancy
Employment Term Casual/Seasonal
Agency State/HCA /
Location(s) Old State House: (25 The Green, Dover, DE, 19901)
Johnson Victrola Museum: (375 S New Street, Dover, DE, 19904)
Contact Name Human Resources
Contact Phone 302-608-5235
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Summary Statement
This class is responsible for conducting interpretive activities to disseminate accurate historical information for Delaware State Museums.
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.
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 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 on-line, 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. To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance. The State of Delaware – An Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
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