Part-Time Historical Programs & Visitor Services Specialist

City of Chesapeake; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Chesapeake's Parks, Recreation, and Tourism department is seeking a part-time Historical Services team member who is outgoing, customer-focused, and passionate about local history and education. You will support programs, events, and facilities that promote heritage and outdoor recreation.

The position emphasizes daily visitor services, interpretive programming, and collaboration with volunteers and community groups.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in physical education or a closely related field.
• Minimum of one year of full-time equivalent experience.
• Requires a valid driver’s license and driving record in compliance with City Driving Standards; CPR and First Aid certification within the first year.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service to residents, visitors, volunteers, program participants, community groups, and employees in person, by telephone, and electronically.
• Conduct daily visitor and storefront operations, including POS transactions, memberships, program registration, rentals, gift shop sales, visitor information, inventory, and ordering.
• Use ActiveNet to process transactions and deposits and maintain proper cash-handling procedures in accordance with City policies and procedures.
• Assist with the development, scheduling, and implementation of interpretive and educational programs, tours, field trips, exhibitions, workshops, preservation activities, and special events.
• Assist with the writing, design, and installation of interpretive signs, panels, labels, and other educational materials.
• Assist with the inspection, documentation, inventory, and preservation of historic structures, artifacts, collections, and other historical assets.
• Maintain databases, records, logs, itineraries, inventories, work orders, and other documentation related to historical collections, heritage tourism, programs, events, and facility operations.
• Perform general administrative and office duties, including filing, copying, data entry, proofreading, and processing routine reports and paperwork.
• Assist with basic facility operations, housekeeping, and general oversight to help maintain clean, safe, and welcoming facilities.
• Support the setup, breakdown, and cleanup of City-sponsored events, including arranging tables, chairs, displays, and recreational equipment and assisting with post-event activities.
• Assist with departmental special projects, programs, events, and other Parks, Recreation, and Tourism activities as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organizational skills

Public engagement

Teamwork

Education

Associate degree or equivalent in related field

Job description

City of Chesapeake's Parks, Recreation, and Tourism department is seeking a part-time Historical Services team member who is outgoing, customer-focused, and passionate about local history and education. You will support programs, events, and facilities that promote heritage and outdoor recreation.

The position emphasizes daily visitor services, interpretive programming, and collaboration with volunteers and community groups.