Interpreter I, Jeffers Petroglyphs

Minnesota Historical Society•Comfrey, MN

1d•$20•Onsite

About The Position

This position exists to conduct various interpretive programs, provide high quality customer service, and assist in the daily operations of Jeffers Petroglyphs.

Requirements

Demonstrate customer service skills in working with a diverse public, including children, teachers, senior citizens, people with disabilities, persons of different ethnic or cultural background, people of color, and professionals
Ability to stand for extended periods of time while giving tours and selling tickets or merchandise.
Ability to bend, crouch, kneel to move furniture or merchandise and perform light cleaning duties.
Communicating with different audiences both verbally and in writing.
Listening to members of the public and being responsive to inquiries and comments.
Multitasking in a dynamic and demanding environment.
Developing and maintaining excellent relations with individuals and groups specific and not specific to the site’s history.
Speaking in public and responding to questions in a knowledgeable manner.
Understanding and carrying out written and oral instructions.
Jeffers Petroglyphs site history.
Native American history and culture within the region.
Jeffers Petroglyphs Ceremonial use protocols.
MNHS culture and policies.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
Demonstrated understanding of Jeffers Petroglyphs interpretive programming.
Experience in K-12 education.
Experience in basic program research, development, and writing.

Responsibilities

Conduct tours, and programs, communicating historical information using interpretive techniques
Receive, welcome and orient visitors to the historic site
Assist in retail operations
Assist in the daily operations of the historic site
Study program and exhibit related historical materials
Conduct directed research to help improve program know and interpretive techniques.