Sankofa Mobile Museum Educator & Storyteller

The Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission; Upper Marlboro (MD); Sur place; USD 21 000 - 28 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Sankofa Mobile Museum is a dynamic, interactive historical experience within the Natural and Historical Resources Division (NHRD) of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC), Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George's County.

The museum travels throughout the county in a 27-ft trailer that brings untold stories of local history to life through augmented reality, virtual reality, and facilitated dialogue.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Willingness to travel/drive throughout Prince George's County.
• Ability to speak and write in English conversationally.
• Ability to lift 35 pounds.
• Ability to walk, bend, and stand for extended periods.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• At least 2 years of public-facing work experience.
• Comfortable speaking in front of crowds.
• Enthusiasm for connecting the past with the present to help bring about a more just future.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite products like Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsabilités

• Support museum operations to create welcoming, safe, engaging environments for visitors.
• Lead visitors through the Sankofa experience balancing dialogue and lecture, learning and exploration.
• Facilitate interpretive, educational, youth-centered programs sharing historical resources.
• Engage youth with age-appropriate, honest discussions about local history and oppression.
• Share the history and lived experiences of Prince Georgians with diverse audiences.
• Conduct research using primary and secondary sources to support educational resources.
• Collaborate with staff on programs featuring tech-based modules and discussions.
• Attend trainings and integrate best practices into museum work.
• Maintain cleanliness and upkeep of the historic site and vehicle fleet.
• Communicate with school liaisons and community partners to strengthen relationships.
• Assist the Museum Director and fulfill other duties as assigned.

Connaissances

English language fluency

Public speaking

Microsoft Office

Teamwork

Interpersonal communication

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Outils

Microsoft Office Suite

Description du poste

The Sankofa Mobile Museum is a dynamic, interactive historical experience within the Natural and Historical Resources Division (NHRD) of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC), Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George's County.

The museum travels throughout the county in a 27-ft trailer that brings untold stories of local history to life through augmented reality, virtual reality, and facilitated dialogue.