Farm Program Interpreter - Seasonal

Overview

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) has a long-standing record of awards and serves a diverse population in the Washington, DC area. We manage parks and parkland and invite you to learn more about us.

For more information about the Seasonal Hiring process and application status for Montgomery County, please contact mcp-parks careers.

Montgomery County Department of Parks believes that diversity in all dimensions supports the innovative thinking essential to its success. Montgomery County Parks does not hire based on race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, political affiliation, or ideology or status as a Veteran.

• Conduct guided tours for K-12 school groups, youth/adult groups, and individual visitors at Agricultural History Farm Park using interpretive materials provided by AHFP Historic Site Manager.
• Assist with development, delivery, and set-up/breakdown, for onsite and offsite interpretive programs. May occasionally be dressed in period clothing for programs.
• Collaborate with the Historic Site Manager to develop content for Facebook posts.
• Assist with maintaining the historic garden, including planting, pruning, weeding, and watering, as necessary.
• Serve as a member of the Harvest Festival Committee.
• Participate in mandatory training and staff meetings.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Ideal candidates should be pursuing or have earned a college degree in Education, Public History, Museum Studies, American History, Agricultural Science, or a related field.
• Experience working in a historical, farm-based education, tourism, or cultural-related setting.
• Experience conducting K-12 student tours, programs, or activities in a museum, park, or classroom setting.
• Knowledge and/or experience with traditional and modern agricultural practices; operation and maintenance of antique and modern farm equipment; field crop enterprises; and/or animal husbandry.
• Proven ability to excel in written and verbal communications, attention to detail, flexibility to multitask and maintain stability under pressure.
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service, inclusion, diversity, equity, and access.
• Bi-lingual skills (English/Spanish especially) are a plus.

• High School Diploma or GED
• One year of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid driver’s license, or the ability to acquire one.
• Ability and enthusiasm for customer service and public speaking.
• Familiarity working with school age children.
• Ability and enthusiasm for conducting and facilitating interactive tours and activities.
• Knowledge or willingness to learn about American history and lifeways.
• Knowledge or willingness to learn about regional farming practices and farm animals.

May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing.

• Ability to continually work onsite/in person with staff, volunteers, and the public.
• Ability to regularly move between the Farmhouse (staff offices), historic buildings, and grounds.
• Ability to regularly walk 1 mile outdoors on a wooded, natural surface hiking trail in various weather conditions.
• Ability to lift and carry boxes weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Frequent use of multiple technical equipment and software applications.
• Ability to provide regular transportation to work, as there is no access to public transportation to this job site.

• This part-time, year-round position does not qualify for benefits.
• Salary is based on experience. A complete background check will be completed prior to hire.

Availability 3-4 days per week and occasional weekends or evenings. Up to 24 hours per week.

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor. Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or  (Maryland Relay 7-1-1). M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.