Job Posting Title Historical Interpreter at Fort Towson Agency 350 HISTORICAL SOCIETY Supervisory Organization Historical SocietyMuseums & Sites Region 2 Job Posting End Date Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank. Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above. Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank) Full/Part-Time Full time Job Type Regular Compensation * Job Description Historical Interpreter Site Director: David C. Reed Fort Towson Historic Site Fort Towson, OK Oklahoma Historical Society Salary: $45,000/yr plus benefits Key Duties: Maintain positive relations with visitors, being courteous, respectful, and exercising flexibility to best serve the public during all work activities. Assists with and leads living history programs, both those in place and newly created ones, for onsite and outreach use. Many historical programs require the individual to wear historical clothing based upon the time periods of the Fort Towson and Doaksville sites, and at times other Oklahoma Historical Society sites and museums. Researches and compiles historical information pertaining to the sites and topics overseen by the FTHS staff. This includes physical and digital content. Prepares for public programs/presentations/events and exhibition/displays relating to the sites. Leads tours of the museum and site(s) to groups and individual adults and children. Performs museum duties, including cash register operation, securing and processing revenue according to policy and procedure, assisting with collections, assisting with the museum store, and answering the phone. Creates educational posts and videos for social media platforms including Facebook and YouTube while following the OHS Style Guide and Americans with Disabilities Act. Conducts custodial tasks in assigned work areas including the museum, Sutler Store, and other structures and areas. Work activities in this area include contributing to a safe, secure, clean, and orderly environment for the public and staff. Oversee research requests submitted by the public via email, phone, in person, and Facebook messenger. The requests to focus on will mainly be about people and history focused on the military post, Doaksville, Doaksville cemetery, pre-statehood history of the basic area, Rose Hill, and the Heroine. Will at times go to other OHS sites and museums to help with events. Will at times go to other non-OHS institutions, organizations, museums, and sites to help with their events or promote FTHS. Be able to drive or learn to drive a dually truck as this is the type of vehicle assigned to the site. Walk the site for inspiration and see what improvements need to be made. 40 hours a week. Must be able to work Saturdays. Education and Experience Bachelors degree in History or related field. Previous experience at a historic site or museum is desirable. Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge: Demonstrated ability to adapt well to changing priorities, situations, and day-to-day demands. Demonstrated ability and willingness to effectively manage time and resources. Must possess strong writing, communication, and organizational skills. Commitment to continue personal professional development. Demonstrated abilities in historical research. Demonstrated abilities in designing, promoting, presenting, and evaluating educational programs and the desire to program to reach diverse audiences. Ability is required to memorize tour materials. Equal Opportunity Employment The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability. Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub. If you are needing any extra assistance or have any questions relating to a job you have applied for, please click the link below and find the agency for which you applied for additional information: Agency Contact Oklahoma State Government is the largest employer in the state of Oklahoma, employing over 35,000 diverse and talented employees in more than 100 state agencies, boards and commissions. Our workplaces can be found across the state from Boise City to Idabel, Hollis to Miami, and everywhere in between. To learn more about our state agencies, visit here. Industries: Government Administration Worker Size: 10,001+ Employees Headquarters: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Utilizing the Office of Veterans Placement provides eligible veterans additional services and interview opportunities for State of Oklahoma employment. Visit the webpage for additional details and information on how to apply.
