Public History Coordinator: Engage, Educate, Inspire

Intuit Inc.; Kissimmee (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Osceola History is seeking a part-time Public Historian to bring the history of Osceola County to life for visitors, students, and community groups. The role combines research, public interpretation, and educational programming with the opportunity to move to full-time when needed.

The Public Historian will lead tours, develop educational programs, assist with exhibits and interpretation, and serve as a public-facing representative for Osceola History throughout the community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in History, Education, Museum Studies, Communications, or related field.
• Strong communication and public-speaking skills.
• Experience working with the public, students, or community groups is preferred.
• Ability to develop and deliver engaging educational programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead engaging tours of Osceola History facilities, exhibits, and historic sites for school groups, adults, community organizations, and other visitors.
• Develop tour content and interpretive approaches for different audiences and age groups.
• Interpret local history through objects, documents, historic places, exhibits, and storytelling.
• Represent Osceola History at community events and assist with interpretation throughout Osceola County.
• Develop, coordinate, and deliver educational programs for students, families, adults, and community groups.
• Lead and support school field trips, including preparation, facilitation, and post-visit evaluation.
• Create hands-on and inquiry-based learning experiences connecting visitors to local history.
• Work with teachers and community partners to identify educational needs and opportunities.
• Assist with special events, lectures, workshops, living-history programs, and other public programs.
• Conduct historical research using primary and secondary sources to support programs, exhibits, and tours.
• Assist with development and revision of exhibits, signage, publications, and digital content.
• Identify opportunities to expand and improve interpretation of Osceola County's history.
• Maintain accurate historical information and documentation for interpretive content.
• Develop relationships with schools, educators, civic organizations, cultural institutions, and community partners.
• Serve as a knowledgeable and approachable representative of Osceola History.

Education

BA in History/Related Field

Job description

Osceola History is seeking a part-time Public Historian to bring the history of Osceola County to life for visitors, students, and community groups. The role combines research, public interpretation, and educational programming with the opportunity to move to full-time when needed.

The Public Historian will lead tours, develop educational programs, assist with exhibits and interpretation, and serve as a public-facing representative for Osceola History throughout the community.