Volunteer, Ohio History Center & Ohio Village

Job Description

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 [email protected] or call 614-297-2500.

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