What are the responsibilities and job description for the Historic Interpreter position at Breckenridge History?
Job Summary: Breckenridge History operates a heritage tourism program that includes museums, walking and mine tours, and hikes. We are known for our authentic interpretation of local history and friendly and knowledgeable staff. Interpreters work as part of a team to share our history with guests and provide excellent customer service. Breck History is seeking confident, well-spoken, people-oriented individuals who love history. Positions include year-round part-time and seasonal part-time interpreters. Depending on assignments, interpreters work days, weekends, and evenings. Job location in Breckenridge, CO. Seeking applicants for the spring/summer season, which runs from May through August, as well as year-round interpreters.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Work independently as a museum docent providing museum tours and answering guest’s questions AND/OR lead walking tours in downtown Breckenridge and Valley Brook Cemetery AND/OR lead hikes and snowshoe hikes on maintained local trails AND/OR lead tours and provide gold panning lessons at mine sites
- Open and close museums including light housekeeping
- Accurately interpret Breckenridge and Summit County, CO history
- Provide excellent customer service
- Manage tour groups on busy town streets and trails
Qualifications and Skills
- Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check
- Hear, understand, read, and write the English language; read and abide by written policies and procedures
- Knowledge of or ability to learn (with provided training) Google Suite and tour booking software
- Ability to use a computer, tablet, or mobile device.
- Ability to work indoors in a museum setting AND/OR outdoors in all season weather
- Lift and carry 30-50lb up and down stairs and a minimum distance of 100 feet
- Stand/walk for up to two hours at a time
- Preferred: High School diploma or equivalent
- Preferred: 1 year experience in museum, historic venue, art gallery, or similar
- Preferred: , or similar
Benefits: Competitive pay ($21-31/hour depending on qualifications and assignments), flexible schedule, paid training and sick leave.
Visit breckhistory.org for more information and to apply.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $21.00 - $31.00 per hour
Expected hours: 10 – 20 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Commute:
- Breckenridge, CO 80424 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Breckenridge, CO 80424: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $21 - $31