Position: Volunteer Docent, Schoenbrunn Village
Type: Volunteer
Schedule: Part-time, unpaid 3+-hour shifts. Saturday work may be required for programming.
Location: Schoenbrunn Village, New Philadelphia, OH
Reports to: Schoenbrunn Village Visitor Services Supervisor
Summary:
The Volunteer Docent provides a welcoming environment, guides visitors through the site and/or programs, and helps to care for the collections. Schoenbrunn Village, founded in 1772 as a Moravian mission among the Delaware people, was the first Christian settlement in Ohio. The site, restored to appear as it did more than two centuries ago, includes a number of buildings. Schoenbrunn Village offers programs for elementary, middle, and high school students, community organizations and much more.
Volunteer Docents sign up for one or more 3-4-hour shifts during the site's hours of operation.
Essential Functions:
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Greet and welcome visitors
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Conduct museum tours for approximately one hour in length for audiences of diverse backgrounds which may include school-age children, young adults, educators, seniors, visitors with special needs, and those for whom English is not their first language.
- Maintain the security of the site and its collection during tours
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Continually be aware and keep informed about changes on site or in the museum
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Represent the site in a professional and courteous manner to members of the visiting public
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Interact with program participants and visitors in a positive and engaging manner
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Ensure tour and program materials are properly handled and maintained.
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Assist with the set-up and take-down of program materials.
Required Competencies:
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Must complete a background check
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Must log volunteer hours
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Must attend professional development and volunteer meetings
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Comfortable speaking in front of groups
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Desire to learn about history and share their knowledge
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Reliable and punctual
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Flexibility, enthusiasm, and an attitude of respect for working with diverse staff and visitors
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Physically able to lead tours around the site and museum.
Education and Experience Outcomes:
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Will learn about the history of Schoenbrunn Village and the Ohio History Connection
- Will learn to work within a team environment
- Will learn about aspects of visitor/hospitality services through training and on-the-job experience
- Will gain an understanding of the inner workings of a non-profit museum
Application Instructions
To apply, visit www/ohiohistory.org/jobs and use the Applicant Tracking System to apply. Include resume, cover letter, and applicable application materials. For questions and accommodations, email [email protected] or call 614-297-2500.
