Volunteer, Ohio History Center & Ohio Village
Estimated Pay | $13 per hour |
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Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
Location | Columbus, Ohio |
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Job Description
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.
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