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DEPT OF CULTURAL RESOURCES
Website: www.ncculture.com
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MUSEUM INTERPRETERS
These openings are temporary positions with the State of North Carolina at Tryon Palace Historic Sites & Gardens in New Bern, North Carolina.
Description of Work
POSITIONS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR CONDUCTING A WIDE VARIETY OF FRONT-LINE INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMMING AND ACTIVITIES, INCLUDING COSTUMED FIRST AND THIRD PERSON INTERPRETATION; CRAFT AND TRADE DEMONSTRATIONS; AND GUIDED AND SELF-PACED TOURS. THE EMPLOYEES WILL WORK IN MULTIPLE HISTORIC BUILDINGS AND SPACES AND WILL BE ABLE TO SHIFT SEAMLESSLY BETWEEN INTERPRETING DIFFERENT HISTORICAL TIME PERIODS. POSITIONS WILL ASSIST WITH SCHOOL GROUP PROGRAMMING AND GROUP ROTATION, SPECIAL EVENTS, AND ASSISTING VOLUNTEER INTERPRETERS. POSITIONS WORK BETWEEN 30 AND 40 HOURS A WEEK, AND MUST BE AVAILABLE FOR REGULAR WEEKEND WORK AND OCCASIONAL EVENING AND HOLIDAY PROGRAMS. PAY FOR THESE POSITIONS IS $7.25 PER HOUR. THESE POSITIONS DO NOT INCLUDE A BENEFITS PACKAGE.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
EMPLOYEES MUST BE ABLE TO COMMUNICATE TO A VARIETY OF AUDIENCES, AND BE DEDICATED TO GOOD CUSTOMER SERVICE. KNOWLEDGE OF NORTH CAROLINA HISTORY IS DESIRABALE. MUST HAVE KNOWLEDGE OF OR WILLINGNESS TO LEARN 18TH AND 19TH CENTURY CRAFTS AND TRADES. SHOULD HAVE KNOWLEDGE OF OR WILLINGNESS TO LEARN FIRST-PERSON INTERPRETATION AND THEATRICAL SKILLS. MUST BE ABLE TO LIFT 20 POUNDS AND WORK IN UNHEATED, UNAIRCONDITIONED SPACES.
How to Apply:
All applicants must complete and submit a state application form (PD-107) available at http://www.osp.state.nc.us/jobs/gnrlinfo.htm#app. Please return the application to the address below, or to the Tryon Palace Visitor Center (on the corner of George and Pollock Streets). For more information, call: 252-514-4939 or email kbrightman@tryonpalace.org. All applications must be received by Friday, March 12th, 2010. Positions are anticipated to start Monday, April 12th, 2010.
Return Applications To:
Tryon Palace Historic Sites & Gardens
Katie Loveless, Curator of Interpretation
P.O. Box 1007
New Bern, NC 28563
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VOLUNTEERS WANTED
Shop Associates work the museum shop. They handle cash and operate a computerized inventory POS system. A daily positive interaction with visitors, school groups, and staff is expected. Knowledge of NC history, gardening, and customer service techniques to enhance the retail experience are strongly encouraged. Local knowledge of New Bern attractions and familiarity with our tours is also essential.
Expectations for Shop Associates:
Volunteers are expected to work at least 2 weekends a month and possible
holiday and other peak attendance times. Must be able to work
independently. Need to be physically fit and able to stand for several
hours at a time, plus be able to lift items to assist with receiving
merchandise and inventory. Training and appropriate training materials
will be provided. Training is on going throughout the year. Flexibility
in schedule is strongly needed to adjust to the varying tour schedules
monthly.
Shop Associates receive up to 25% discount in the shops. They can also
be eligible for complimentary tickets.
Contact:
Fran Campbell, Volunteer Coordinator
252.514.4951
or
Paul Brown, Retail Manager
Tel. 252.514.4756
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