The City of Overland Park has a temporary Educational Programs Attendant position available in the Parks and Recreation Department.
JOB SUMMARY STATEMENT:
Conducts and administers activities at the Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead. These activities may include responsibilities in the Barber Shop, Blacksmith Shop, Photo Parlor, Indian Encampment, School House, Dairy Barn, General Store, Educational Pavilion and/or Bank. Delivers and teaches historical subject matter.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Works in the educational areas of the Farmstead.
- Delivers historical subject matter and interpretive education at the Barber Shop, Blacksmith Shop, Photo Parlor, Indian Encampment, School House, Bank, General Store, Educational Pavilion and/or Dairy Barn.
- Conducts History and Farm Tours as assigned.
- Performs role-playing, which will include a provided period costume.
- Conducts and administers all activities within the educational site.
- Conducts and administers scheduled activities that will be open to the public.
- Cleans all areas associated with the building. Includes sweeping, raking, dusting, and cleaning floors. Picks up debris and disposes of it properly.
- Cleans and maintains all artifacts and display areas. Includes dusting, storing, washing, and monitoring.
- Provides general information to the public by answering questions, providing directions and enforcing rules.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
The employee must work the days and hours necessary to perform all assigned responsibilities and tasks. Must be available (especially during regular business hours or shifts) to communicate with subordinates, supervisors, customers, vendors and any other persons or organization with which interaction is required to accomplish work and employer goals.
The employee must be punctual and timely in meeting all requirements of performance, including, but not limited to, attendance standards and work deadlines; beginning and ending assignments on time; and scheduled work breaks, where applicable.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Basic high school education at the Junior level or equivalent with an emphasis in teaching, childcare or youth camps preferred. (Must be 16 years of age).
EXPERIENCE:
- This is an entry level position, no previous experience is required.
- Teaching background is preferred. Experience with animals is also beneficial.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY (Direct & Indirect):
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
No City residency requirement.
Must successfully pass a background check, drug screen, physical exam and essential functions test.
Normal Work Hours: Variable Hours - PT/SEA/TMP
Pay Rate: $15.00 Per Hour
Application Deadline: Open until filled
All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States and proof of eligibility must be provided if selected for hire.
EO/M/F/D/V
Job Type: Temporary
Work Location: In person
