Museum Interpreter

Job Description

Job Description

Museum Interpreter

Maymont is a 100-acre historic estate and park, located in Richmond, Virginia, with many unique experiences for all to enjoy, including the historic Maymont Mansion, The Robins Nature Center, arboretum, formal gardens, and habitats for native Virginia wildlife and farm animals. Since 1975, Maymont has been maintained and operated by the nonprofit Maymont Foundation, committed to creating experiences that delight, educate and inspire its guests.

The Historical Resources Department is seeking a part-time Museum Interpreter. This position supports the daily operation of the historic house museum and historical features at Maymont, including public and private tours and booked groups. The position reports to the Curator and Director of Historical Resources and oversees the coordination of the docent led tours of the exhibitions and historical features. The position assists with coordination and implementation of interpretation, programs, events, and special tours as assigned. The position assists with the coordination of volunteers. The position is part-time, approximately 2 - 4 weekend days a month with availability during weekdays.

Essential Functions:

• Assists with operation of the museum for public tours and monitors the exhibitions and public entry to the museum.
• Oversee the tour process for the docent led tours.
• Conducts general tours, special interpretation, and other programs.
• Responsible for creating a welcoming, gracious, and informative experience for all visitors.
• Fosters a positive work environment that encourages volunteerism, teamwork and support for all aspects of Maymont and its visitors
• Assists with other activities and special projects of the department as assigned.

Core Competencies:

• Ability to implement engaging interpretation and programming.
• Excellent communication skills
• High level of attention to detail
• Strong internal and external customer service skills
• Desire to be helpful and contribute to the overall success of the enterprise, including collaboration and participation with special events

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor of Arts in Art History, History, Education, or related field preferred.
• Museum/historic site interpretation experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and visitor service skills required.
• Desire to work with children, the public and museum volunteers required.

Physical Demands:

• Frequent sitting, standing, walking and talking for extended periods
• Frequent climbing, bending, stooping and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work inside and outside in all weather conditions
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus

FLSA Status: Part-Time, Hourly

This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform other job-related duties. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at-will" employment relationship.

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Maymont Foundation is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer

** Ability to pass a background check needed