Living History Interpreter III | Tours & Safety Lead

State of North Carolina; North Carolina; On-site; USD 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $1500

Tryon Palace location

Job summary

The Historic Interpreter III at Tryon Palace leads daily tours and manages programs, while supporting the Education Branch with limited supervision. The role includes recruiting and coordinating volunteers and serving as the Certified Safety Officer for 18th–19th century small arms and artillery.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and four years of museum tour experience, with a willingness to obtain safety officer licensure.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of state and national history.
• Considerable knowledge of site history.
• Ability to adapt historical tours to age, interest level, or time constraints.
• Ability to obtain certified safety officer licensure through DNCR to serve as site CSO for 18th/19th century arms.
• Ability to organize and prioritize the work schedules of others to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily tours and interpretive programs across all site buildings while supporting weekend, special event, and school group operations.
• Manage program needs including budgeting, coordination with Education Branch staff/volunteers, and assist in developing events and long-term planning.
• Recruit, train, and communicate with volunteer groups, including arms instruction and coordination of uniforms and gear.
• Represent the organization professionally in interactions with visitors, donors, partners, and collaborate across departments with strong written and verbal communication.
• Serve as Certified Safety Officer for 18th–19th century small arms and artillery, ensuring compliance and overseeing weapons-related training.
• Provide occasional logistical support (event setup/takedown, outreach activities, administrative tasks).

Skills

State and national history knowledge

Site history knowledge

Tour adaptation

Safety officer licensure pursuit

Volunteer coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Historic Interpreter III at Tryon Palace leads daily tours and manages programs, while supporting the Education Branch with limited supervision. The role includes recruiting and coordinating volunteers and serving as the Certified Safety Officer for 18th–19th century small arms and artillery.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and four years of museum tour experience, with a willingness to obtain safety officer licensure.