What are the responsibilities and job description for the Museum Education Intern position at Town of Windsor (CO)?
Hiring Range: $15.98 - $17.17 hourly
The anticipated hire date is May 12, 2025. The hiring process will be completed near the end of April.
Work Schedule: Generally, Friday-Sunday and weekdays as scheduled programs dictate; not to exceed 28 hours per week or 6 months in duration.
NATURE OF WORK
As a member of the Museum & Culture Division, the Town of Windsor Museums’ mission is to build community through creativity and discovery. As part of the Museum & Culture Division of the Windsor Parks, Recreation, and Culture Department, the Museums consist of the Art & Heritage Center, an exhibit and program space; the Eaton House, a historic ditch rider home now classroom and information space; and the Historic Halfway Homestead, a community park, gardens, and location of two historic homes; and the Windsor History Museum, a collection of historical buildings including the town’s 1882 Train Depot, which houses historical exhibits. The History Museum also features two education gardens including a vegetable plot and a pollinator patch. The Museums seek to provide exceptional educational and interpretive experiences focusing on local history, nature education, and art.
Museum staff will gain meaningful paid experience with a focus on museum education and interpretation. Museum Education positions will assist in the planning, preparation, and implementation of museum programs and events. The museum runs a variety of programs from nature education camps to history-centric events and early childhood programming, so interns will explore many different aspects and possibilities of museum education. Intern staff will also gain experience in museum operations, including staffing the front desk, maintaining historic buildings, delivering interpretive tours, and assisting with the development of self-guided interpretive experiences.
Please note that town employees (including seasonal employees) may only be employed in one classification at any one given time.
Individuals in the position are required to perform work in a manner consistent with and exemplary of the town’s PRIDE philosophy and the town’s Equal Opportunity Employment policy.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Individuals work under the direct supervision of the Museum Education Coordinator, who manages the summer staff to carry out assigned duties, functions, roles, and projects in both routine and complex circumstances.
SUPERVISION/LEADERSHIP EXERCISED
No supervisory responsibilities or control exercised.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Individuals in Town of Windsor Museum Intern roles are assigned specific assignments, job duties, scope, authority, responsibility, roles and requirements as determined by the town, department, division, and pursuant to laws, regulation and practices. Individuals in this position must be able to successfully perform, be responsible for, and/or assist in the fulfillment of many job functions and duties, with or without reasonable accommodation.
The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all-inclusive:
Museum Education Positions
Depending on organizational need, additional duties may include the following:
Materials and equipment used include, but may not be limited to the following:
Note: This position description is not intended to be an exclusive list of all of the requirements, duties, tasks, roles or responsibilities associated with the position. Nothing in this position description restricts the town’s ability to assign, reassign or eliminate duties and responsibilities of this job at any time.
The Town of Windsor will make all reasonable accommodations to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity in employment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The town is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. The town prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, protective hairstyles), gender (regardless of gender identity or gender expression), sexual orientation, color, religion, national origin, creed, disability, marital status, military status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.
The anticipated hire date is May 12, 2025. The hiring process will be completed near the end of April.
Work Schedule: Generally, Friday-Sunday and weekdays as scheduled programs dictate; not to exceed 28 hours per week or 6 months in duration.
NATURE OF WORK
As a member of the Museum & Culture Division, the Town of Windsor Museums’ mission is to build community through creativity and discovery. As part of the Museum & Culture Division of the Windsor Parks, Recreation, and Culture Department, the Museums consist of the Art & Heritage Center, an exhibit and program space; the Eaton House, a historic ditch rider home now classroom and information space; and the Historic Halfway Homestead, a community park, gardens, and location of two historic homes; and the Windsor History Museum, a collection of historical buildings including the town’s 1882 Train Depot, which houses historical exhibits. The History Museum also features two education gardens including a vegetable plot and a pollinator patch. The Museums seek to provide exceptional educational and interpretive experiences focusing on local history, nature education, and art.
Museum staff will gain meaningful paid experience with a focus on museum education and interpretation. Museum Education positions will assist in the planning, preparation, and implementation of museum programs and events. The museum runs a variety of programs from nature education camps to history-centric events and early childhood programming, so interns will explore many different aspects and possibilities of museum education. Intern staff will also gain experience in museum operations, including staffing the front desk, maintaining historic buildings, delivering interpretive tours, and assisting with the development of self-guided interpretive experiences.
Please note that town employees (including seasonal employees) may only be employed in one classification at any one given time.
Individuals in the position are required to perform work in a manner consistent with and exemplary of the town’s PRIDE philosophy and the town’s Equal Opportunity Employment policy.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Individuals work under the direct supervision of the Museum Education Coordinator, who manages the summer staff to carry out assigned duties, functions, roles, and projects in both routine and complex circumstances.
SUPERVISION/LEADERSHIP EXERCISED
No supervisory responsibilities or control exercised.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Individuals in Town of Windsor Museum Intern roles are assigned specific assignments, job duties, scope, authority, responsibility, roles and requirements as determined by the town, department, division, and pursuant to laws, regulation and practices. Individuals in this position must be able to successfully perform, be responsible for, and/or assist in the fulfillment of many job functions and duties, with or without reasonable accommodation.
The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all-inclusive:
Museum Education Positions
- Assist museum staff in the creation, implementation, and facilitation of educational and interpretive programs, tours, summer camps, and events
- Assist with the implementation of outreach activities including activity tables at community events, museum events, and evening programming
- Supervise public visitation of the museum facilities, including answering questions and providing interpretive building tours as needed.
- Act as a steward of the Town of Windsor Museum sites, including opening and closing facilities in a trustworthy manner
- Participate in training and professional development as needed to successfully perform responsibilities
- Adhere to town policies, standards, and regulations, including but not limited to proper attire, safety procedures, and overall professionalism
- Performs related work as required and assigned
Depending on organizational need, additional duties may include the following:
- Performs research as directed, such as discovering new technology, tools, market research, programs, etc.
- Submit hours and an accurate time card on time and in compliance with town policies
- Give and receive constructive criticism and feedback
- Perform minor first aid and emergency contact as necessary
- Complete and submit accident/incident reports as necessary
- May be involved in special projects that are directly or indirectly related to essential job functions
- Performs related duties as established by law/ordinance or reasonably directed by the town
- Assists other programs & town departments/divisions as necessary
- Must be at least 18 years of age or older
- Anyone interested in the museum field is welcome to apply. Those enrolled in a related degree program (history, art, museum studies, environmental studies, education, etc.) are strongly encouraged to apply.
- One (1) year of experience working with the public, including public speaking, customer service, or teaching groups of children and adults, preferably in a museum or educational setting.
- A valid Colorado Driver's License that meets the Town of Windsor’s standards and ability to maintain throughout employment.
- Ability to speak publicly and communicate effectively to a variety of audiences of all ages
- Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes shifts most weekends and, in the daytime, as scheduled events and museum open hours dictate
- Strong organizational and time management skills, as well as dependability regarding assigned programs and open hours
- Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
- Strong problem solving and reasoning skills
- Ability to carry out assigned tasks completely and effectively
- Ability to maintain composure, make sound judgements, exercise conflict resolution, and exhibit patience and courtesy when dealing with difficult or potential mental, physical, and emotional stressful situations and/or disciplinary situations involving program guests and their families / care-providers
- Ability to make independent decisions and work both with minimal supervision and as a part of a team by supporting others and taking initiative to complete programs or projects
- Must have the ability to operate a variety of standard office equipment, e.g. copier, fax machine and personal computer
- Ability to apply common sense in order to understand and carry out simple one- or two-step instructions
- Proficient in computer software, including Microsoft Office suite
- Ability to read, interpret and apply operating policies and procedures, including in emergency situations
Materials and equipment used include, but may not be limited to the following:
- Equipment: Position requires use of a variety of equipment including town vehicles, computers, tablets or other digital equipment, digital cameras, copiers, printers, scanners, and telephones
- Materials: Position requires use of or exposure to a variety of materials including gasoline, chlorine, and fresh water
WORKING ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
The physical activities of this position include but are not limited to, the following: climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, and hearing.
The physical requirements of this position are considered Medium Work, exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
The worker is required to have close visual acuity to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned (i.e., custodial, food services, general labor, etc.) or to make general observations of facilities or structures (i.e., security guard, inspection, etc.).
The employee may be subject to the following environmental conditions: inside, such as an office setting; outside, with little to no effective protection from weather; extreme heat, temperatures typically above 100 degrees of periods of more than one hour.
This position is not considered safety sensitive.
Note: This position description is not intended to be an exclusive list of all of the requirements, duties, tasks, roles or responsibilities associated with the position. Nothing in this position description restricts the town’s ability to assign, reassign or eliminate duties and responsibilities of this job at any time.
The Town of Windsor will make all reasonable accommodations to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity in employment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The town is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. The town prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, protective hairstyles), gender (regardless of gender identity or gender expression), sexual orientation, color, religion, national origin, creed, disability, marital status, military status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.
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