Interpreter - Newark Earthworks and Flint Ridge

Position:
Interpreter Status:
Part time, Seasonal

Location:

Newark Earthworks and Flint Ridge Salary: $15/hr Summary

Assists in the coordination of daily visitation and other educational programming within the site.

The primary responsibilities of seasonal part‑time interpreters will be to facilitate educational and interpretive programming at the Newark Earthworks and occasionally at Flint Ridge. The work will involve leading adult groups as well as classes of children ages 9‑10 years of age on tours and conducting hands‑on activities to engage students while they learn about American Indian history.

• Lead educational and other interpretive programs including school field trips, scout groups, adult groups, etc.
• Assist with onsite public programs, interpretation and other museum events, including staffing site outreach and education tables at events.
• Conduct assigned tasks independently with minimal supervision; assist in the implementation of larger‑scale programming as assigned by the Interpretive Supervisor.
• 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.
• Lightly assist in maintaining the organization and cleanliness of the landscape and facilities by picking up litter, emptying trash, sweeping, and mopping as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

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

• Comfortable communicating with staff and the public, both orally and in writing
• Excellent presentation skills
• Proficiency in various office software suites and virtual platforms, including but not limited to Microsoft 365.

• Can locate and use resources to get things done, uses resources effectively and efficiently, and arranges information in a useful manner.
• Assumes accountability of role and responsibilities; anticipates the needs of others.
• Able to process information in a consistent manner, simultaneously displaying adaptability when necessary.
• Able to carry out duties assigned by supervisor

Requires daily contact with staff and the public in with exposure and interaction with individuals from a variety of audiences. Frequent exposure to typical levels of noise and human activity.

Involves interaction with children.

Days and hours may vary to accommodate specific program and events needs and will include regular weekend and evening work.

Work is performed at the Newark Earthworks and occasionally Flint Ridge, which are primarily outdoor sites, which include direct and prolonged exposure to the outdoors in various weather conditions. Position requires frequent standing and walking distances up to a mile during tours and traveling between buildings, structures and site features, as well as over uneven terrain. Ability to lift or move up to 25 lbs.

Ohio History Connection will recruit, hire and maintain a diverse workforce allowing for the inclusion of every employee's unique value, contribution and potential. OHC is committed not only to the principle of equal employment opportunity but also to the letter and spirit of the law. OHC, as an equal opportunity employer, does not discriminate in its employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy and/or related conditions, national origin, ethnicity, age, veteran status, genetic information, medical condition, physical or mental disability, or on any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.

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