Historic Site Educator & Interpretive Programs Specialist

Texas Association of Museums; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 44,640 - 49,662; Full time

Job summary

Texas Historical Commission seeks a Site Interpreter Specialist to plan and deliver interpretive, educational, and outreach programs at Kreische Brewery & Monument Hill State Historic Sites and Confederate Reunion Grounds State Historic Site in Mexia, Texas. You will promote history, increase visitation, and engage diverse audiences.

Under moderate supervision, you will develop programs, greet visitors, conduct tours, write articles, and collaborate with agencies and communities to strengthen

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in education, history, museum studies, or closely related field; Experience and education may be substituted for one another.
• Minimum one-year work experience in at least two of the following areas: (1) cultural resource interpretation at a historic site, museum, or similar facility; (2) researching, developing, and implementing public interpretive programs or events; (3) researching and writing for publication in a related field listed above.
• Must have or obtain a valid Driver’s License and be able to drive a state vehicle; travel up to 15% of the work period.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement innovative interpretive programs at the sites.
• Greet visitors, provide site orientation, and conduct tours.
• Develop and deliver outreach programs and collaborate with partners.
• Write articles for newspapers, newsletters, and publications; speak to groups.
• Assist with site marketing, advertisements, and social media posts.
• Maintain records, prepare reports, and assist in training materials.

Skills

Public speaking

Verbal communication

Written communication

Research skills

Curriculum development

Volunteer management

Event planning

Customer service

Multitasking

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

History

Museum studies

Closely related field

Tools

Word processing

Database

Spreadsheet software

Job description

Texas Historical Commission seeks a Site Interpreter Specialist to plan and deliver interpretive, educational, and outreach programs at Kreische Brewery & Monument Hill State Historic Sites and Confederate Reunion Grounds State Historic Site in Mexia, Texas. You will promote history, increase visitation, and engage diverse audiences.

Under moderate supervision, you will develop programs, greet visitors, conduct tours, write articles, and collaborate with agencies and communities to strengthen