What are the responsibilities and job description for the Welk Homestead Site Interpreter position at North Dakota Historical Society?
Summary of Work
Job Duration: Memorial Day to Labor Day
Weekly work hours up to 7 preferred, hours subject to negotiation.
The historical interpreter will execute their responsibilities with a positive attitude, neat appearance, and enthusiasm. The successful applicant will:
- Actively listen to visitors, answer their questions, welcome and orient them, lead hands-on activities, and assist with special events.
- Interpret site history enjoyably and accurately, making good use of research, training, and appropriate language and hands-on skills.
- Assess and provide for visitors' special needs, such as appropriate services for the elderly, handicapped, and foreign visitors.
- Provide excellent customer service.
- Assist with store operations that includes keeping merchandise neatly displayed and dusted, keeping track of inventory, and operating and reconciling the cash register, while following policies and procedures.
- Clean and tidy facilities including work areas, public areas, and bathrooms. Perform other light maintenance tasks which might include watering and weeding outdoor plantings, dusting, emptying trash receptacles, and painting.
- Familiarize visitors with the State Historical Society mission and its other state historic sites
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be at least 16 years old
- Ability to communicate with groups and individuals of diverse ages, interests, and perspectives, using appropriate language and hands-on skills
- Ability to learn site history
- Ability to work flexible work hours including weekends, holidays, and some evenings.
- Ability to accurately complete required forms such as timesheets, till counts, etc.
- Self-motivated
All applicants are responsible for their own housing.
About Welk Homestead State Historic Site
Are you passionate about preserving history and sharing it with others? Look no further than the Welk Homestead State Historic Site, where the past comes alive amidst the serene beauty of the countryside. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the rich heritage of the Welk family and their contributions to American culture. Join us in creating memorable experiences for visitors from near and far, and become a steward of this treasured landmark.
About Team ND
"Far and away the best prize life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." - Theodore Roosevelt
More than 7,500 talented, hard-working people across sixty-three agencies have come together as Team North Dakota. At Team ND, we are driven to succeed through gratitude, humility, curiosity and courage. Our purpose is to empower people, improve lives, and inspire success. Join us in being legendary.
Application Procedures
All applications for open State Historical Society of North Dakota positions must be made via the State of North Dakota Careers site. Paper submissions are not accepted. Application information package must be submitted online by 11:59 PM on the closing date listed on the job posting.
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Applicants will be considered immediately upon submitting application materials. The position may be filled prior to the listed closing date after successful completion of the application and interview process.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State Historical Society regrets it does not provide Sponsorships.
Application materials, including resume and three professional references, must clearly explain how experience and education relate to the minimum qualifications and job duties. Applicants who experience difficulties during the application process should contact recruiter@nd.gov or 701.328.3290.
For more information or if you need accommodation or assistance in the application or selection process, contact Erica Houn at ehoun@nd.gov or 701.328.2327.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.
As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. Sect. 23-12-10.
