MUSEUM INTERPRETER
Part-Time, Seasonal (May – October 2026)
The Old Stone Fort Museum seeks a part-time, seasonal Museum Interpreter for the 2026 operating season. This position is compensated at $17.00 per hour and reports directly to the Site Administrator. The Interpreter will typically work weekend hours, with occasional weekdays, events, and holiday shifts as needed. Expected weekly hours range from 5 to 20 hours.
Responsibilities
- Greet visitors and provide an introductory overview of the museum complex and its history
- Accurately and engagingly interpret local and site-specific history for diverse audiences
- Collect admission fees, process gift shop sales, and reconcile daily cash receipts
- Track and record daily attendance and visitor zip codes
- Open and close museum buildings, including arming and disarming the security system
- Answer visitor questions and phone calls in a courteous, professional, and informed manner
- Raise and lower the site flag at the beginning and end of shifts
- Perform light cleaning and routine maintenance tasks as needed
- Study and learn local history to ensure accuracy in interpretation
- Dress in a clean, neat, and appropriate manner for a family-friendly museum environment. Clothing should be free of offensive language or imagery and not include items such as crop tops, excessively short shorts, skirts, dresses, or other overly revealing attire
- Complete other related duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Enthusiasm for engaging with the public and a willingness to learn new information
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to interact with visitors of all ages and backgrounds
- Demonstrated interest in history or public education
- Ability to work independently and reliably manage the site during open hours
- Basic math and cash-handling skills
- Attention to detail and respect for museum security procedures
- High school diploma or equivalency required; some college education or relevant experience preferred
- Previous customer service, education, or museum experience a plus
- Willingness to wear historic attire on occasion (encouraged but not required)
- Ability to stand, walk on uneven ground, climb stairs, bend, carry and lift up to 25 pounds, and perform light physical tasks throughout a shift
- Final candidates will be required to complete a background check and child safety training upon hire
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Schoharie County historical Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
Interested candidates should submit a résumé to: theoldstonefort@gmail.com