Part-time Interpretive Aide

Purpose

Provides interpretation regarding historical, natural, and cultural aspects of living historical farm intended to depict the time period .

• Plans, develops, and presents a variety of natural and cultural history programs to school groups, organizations, and the general public.
• Assists with the research and development of interpretive programs and living history demonstrations.
• Assists with the preparation of volunteer newsletters, quarterly program schedules, brochures, displays, special events, presentations, etc.
• Wears period style clothing while providing interpretation and performing work.
• Provides instruction and guidance to student interns or volunteers.
• Performs a variety of agricultural, animal husbandry, grounds and facility maintenance and domestic tasks to ensure efficient operation of farm (e.g., works in gardens and fields, cares for farm animals, sewing, handles food preservation and preparation, uses cookstove, chops and hauls firewood).
• Assists with volunteer orientation and training, organizing volunteer events, etc.
• Assists with the maintenance and preparation of program related records (e.g., survey sheets, card file, reservation sheets, etc.). Completes and maintains various records and reports.
• Performs special projects and related duties as required or assigned.

• Education/
  
  Experience:
  
  Baccalaureate degree in education, American history, natural resources, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge of  agricultural and social history, customs, and historical interpretation. Excellent presentation, communications and interpersonal skills.
• Language
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to communicate effectively through speech and in writing with coworkers, supervisors, and the general public. Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records; ability to use two-way radio.
• Mathematical
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to deal with problems involving few variables within a familiar context; carry out instructions.
• Licenses, Registrations: Possession of valid standard first aid and CPR cards within six (6) months of employment.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, talk, hear, lift, etc. Employee regularly works in gardens and fields, and may be involved in caring for farm animals, food handling, preservation and preparation, using cookstove, plowing, planting, shearing, butchering, cultivating, harvesting, chopping and hauling of firewood, etc. Employee uses hand tools, operates various types of equipment used on an 1880's farm, may sew, and perform a variety of agricultural, animal husbandry, maintenance and domestic tasks on farm.

Employee is required to type, write, complete reports, file paperwork, use computer, etc.

While performing the regular duties of this job, the employee regularly works in the farmhouse and in outside weather conditions. The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts. The noise level is usually moderate. The employee works dressed in period costume.

• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, vendors, other professionals, and the general public.
• Ability to use personal computers.
• Candidate must satisfactorily complete a background investigation.
• Required to work evenings, weekends and holidays.

Averaging around 24 hours a week, Summer hours would be 10:30 am - 6:30 pm and 8:30 am - 4:30 pm during the other seasons.

Received:
Historical Farm Program Manager

Given:
None

Given the nature of this classification's duties/responsibilities, it has been designated as Non-Exempt under the governing Fair Labor Standards Act and, therefore, is entitled to formal overtime compensation and/or formal compensatory time.

• Attendance: Is at work as scheduled; reports to work on time; follows proper procedures for requesting leave or calling off.
• Policies & Procedures: Follows established policies and procedures; inquires of supervisor if unclear on policy/procedure, includes following safety policies, procedures and protocols.
• Professionalism: Handles the responsibilities of the position in an effective manner; maintains integrity and appropriate behavior in dealing with conflicts and challenges with the public, co-workers, and managers; offers differing points of view in an acceptable manner.
• Team Player: Supports other members of the organization in accomplishing their goals and projects; recognizes and credits others for their contribution in achieving goals.
• Positive Attitude: Supports Metro Parks established priorities at all times; cultivates team environment; exhibits enthusiasm while carrying out responsibilities; looks for solutions to work conflicts and challenges.
• Productivity: Thoroughly completes work in a timely manner; organizes and plans assignments well or follows supervisory instructions well…