Heritage Interpreter & Visitor Services Assistant

Virginia Department of Human Resource Management; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 17,908 - 23,419; Part time

Job summary

The Virginia Museum of the Civil War – New Market in Lexington, Virginia is seeking a part-time Historical Interpreter/Office Aide. Duties include presenting quality interpretation to groups and park visitors, coordinating events, delivering excellent customer service, and providing administrative support.

The role offers $15.00 per hour, weekend work required, and hours as needed by management. This position supports public education and community engagement at the New Market Battlefield State

Qualifications

• Interest in history and strong communication skills.
• Ability to create engaging and sustainable educational programming.
• Experience in social media content creation and managing a professional social media account.
• Enthusiasm for working with the public.
• Self-motivated and quick learner.
• Detail oriented and organized.
• Poise, reliability, and a friendly, professional manner.
• Neat, businesslike appearance.
• Basic computer skills, including knowledge of Excel.
• Knowledge of basic office functions—answering phones, filing records, inputting data, and making copies.
• Flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Present quality interpretation to groups and park visitors.
• Assist with coordinating special events and living history programs.
• Provide superb customer service.
• Provide administrative support.

Skills

Interest in history

Strong communication

Public speaking

Customer service

Detail oriented

Excel knowledge

Tools

Excel

Job description

The Virginia Museum of the Civil War – New Market in Lexington, Virginia is seeking a part-time Historical Interpreter/Office Aide. Duties include presenting quality interpretation to groups and park visitors, coordinating events, delivering excellent customer service, and providing administrative support.

The role offers $15.00 per hour, weekend work required, and hours as needed by management. This position supports public education and community engagement at the New Market Battlefield State