Volunteer, Ohio History Center & Ohio Village

Position: Volunteer, Ohio History Center & Ohio Village

Type: Volunteer

Schedule: Part-time, unpaid 3+-hour shifts. Saturday work may be required for programming.

Location: Ohio History Center, Columbus, OH

Reports to: Experience Developer, Adult & Family Programs
Senior Experience Developer, Ohio Village

Summary:

Volunteers at the Ohio History Center provide a welcoming environment for all our guests. Volunteers at this site help lead a variety of educational programs for adult, family and school children. Volunteers sign up for one or more 4-hour shifts during the site's hours of operation.

Essential Functions:

• Greet and welcome visitors
• Deliver educational programs 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.
• Continually be aware and keep informed about changes on site or in the museum
• Represent the site in a professional and courteous manner to members of the visiting public
• Interact with program participants and visitors in a positive and engaging manner
• Ensure program materials are properly handled and maintained.
• Assist with the set-up and take-down of program materials.

Required Competencies:

• Must be at least 15 years of age of age to volunteer without a guardian
• Must complete a background check
• Must create and account, log volunteer hours and sign up for volunteer shifts via Track It Forward
• Must attend professional development and volunteer meetings
• Comfortable speaking in front of groups.
• Desire to learn about history and share their knowledge.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Flexibility, enthusiasm, and an attitude of respect for working with diverse staff and visitors.
• Physically able to lead tours around the museum.

Education and Experience Outcomes:

• Will learn about the history of Ohio
• 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 applicant@ohiohistory.org or call 614-297-2500.