Friday
Aug122011
Mill City Museum Job Posting
Friday, August 12, 2011 at 9:30AM | by David Tinjum 
Position: Interpreter 1
The Minnesota Historical Society seeks applicants for an Interpreter I to engage, educate, and entertain visitors to the Mill City Museum and present lessons to school groups using a variety of interpretive and performance techniques to communicate historical information. This is a part-time, regular position (780 annual hours) located at the Mill City Museum in Minneapolis, MN.
Summary of work: Responsibilities include: 1) learns and delivers content using a variety of interpretive techniques to engage and educate visitors; 2) learns and delivers basic school and youth programs; 3) studies and masters program related historical material; and 4) performs cleaning, maintenance, safety, and security.
Minimum Qualifications:
· High school diploma or equivalent.
· Good oral communication skills.
· Ability to work with a diverse public in an enthusiastic, friendly and open manner.
· Ability to work as a team member.
· Flexibility to work a varied schedule of weekdays, weekends, and evening hours.
Desirable Qualifications:
· Experience working with children in an educational environment.
· Experience in museum or site interpretation, theater, or storytelling.
· Familiarity with issues of cultural diversity.
· Familiarity with U.S. history.
Salary: $12.69 hourly minimum
Application Deadline: Must be received or post-marked no later than August 25, 2011.
To Apply: Send an MHS application, cover letter, and resume to: Minnesota Historical Society, Human Resources Department, #885Interpreter I, Mill City Museum position, 345 Kellogg Blvd West, St Paul, MN 55102. To be considered an applicant, you must submit all requested materials. If not complete, your application materials will not be accepted and your materials will be returned. If submitting materials for more than one position, provide an MHS application, cover letter and resume for each position. For an application, see our website at www.mnhs.org/about/jobs or call MHS Job Line 651-259-3181. EEO
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