Seasonal Museum Interpreter: Fort Mackinac

Mackinac; Michigan; On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Museum Programs at Mackinac Island is seeking a Civilian Interpreter to work at Fort Mackinac and the American Fur Co. Store & Dr. Beaumont Museum. This full-time seasonal role focuses on interpreting 1880s life for visitors, with themes tied to Fort Mackinac and Mackinac Island's history.

The position requires enthusiasm, strong public speaking, and a dedication to public engagement. Work spans 12–23 weeks, typically 40 hours per week, at Fort Mackinac and related sites.

Qualifications

• Must have an interest in public history and historical interpretation, and be dedicated to public engagement and education.
• Must be outgoing, enthusiastic, self-motivated, and have strong public speaking skills.
• Experience with or interest in learning historic interpretation, the history of U.S. Army civilians, Great Lakes tourism, 19th century material culture and society, and other period topics is strongly recommended.
• Must be able to follow verbal and written directions and communicate with visitors and coworkers.
• Must be able to work the assigned position length (12–23 weeks).

Responsibilities

• Put visitors to our sites on Mackinac Island and other MSHP sites first by treating them with respect, serving their needs, and providing an enjoyable and educational experience.
• Informally interpret the life of an army civilian or tourist at Fort Mackinac in the 1880s.
• Lead or participate in regularly scheduled formal programs at Fort Mackinac.
• Informally interpret at the American Fur Co. Store & Dr. Beaumont Museum.
• Interpret the history of the McGulpin House on select days.
• Participate in other interpretive presentations and special events as required.

Skills

Public speaking

Public history

Enthusiastic

Public engagement

Job description

Museum Programs at Mackinac Island is seeking a Civilian Interpreter to work at Fort Mackinac and the American Fur Co. Store & Dr. Beaumont Museum. This full-time seasonal role focuses on interpreting 1880s life for visitors, with themes tied to Fort Mackinac and Mackinac Island's history.

The position requires enthusiasm, strong public speaking, and a dedication to public engagement. Work spans 12–23 weeks, typically 40 hours per week, at Fort Mackinac and related sites.