Volunteer Docent, Schoenbrunn Village

Position: Volunteer Docent, Schoenbrunn Village

Type: Volunteer

Schedule: Part-time, unpaid 3+-hour shifts. Saturday work may be required for programming.

Location: Schoenbrunn Village, New Philadelphia, OH

Reports to: Schoenbrunn Village Visitor Services Supervisor

Summary:

The Volunteer Docent provides a welcoming environment, guides visitors through the site and/or programs, and helps to care for the collections. Schoenbrunn Village, founded in 1772 as a Moravian mission among the Delaware people, was the first Christian settlement in Ohio. The site, restored to appear as it did more than two centuries ago, includes a number of buildings. Schoenbrunn Village offers programs for elementary, middle, and high school students, community organizations and much more.

Volunteer Docents sign up for one or more 3-4-hour shifts during the site's hours of operation.

Essential Functions:

Greet and welcome visitors

Conduct museum tours for approximately one hour in length for audiences of diverse backgrounds which may include school-age children, young adults, educators, seniors, visitors with special needs, and those for whom English is not their first language.

Maintain the security of the site and its collection during tours

Continually be aware and keep informed about changes on site or in the museum

Represent the site in a professional and courteous manner to members of the visiting public

Interact with program participants and visitors in a positive and engaging manner

Ensure tour and program materials are properly handled and maintained.

Assist with the set-up and take-down of program materials. Required Competencies:

Must complete a background check

Must log volunteer hours

Must attend professional development and volunteer meetings

Comfortable speaking in front of groups

Desire to learn about history and share their knowledge

Reliable and punctual

Flexibility, enthusiasm, and an attitude of respect for working with diverse staff and visitors

Physically able to lead tours around the site and museum. Education and Experience Outcomes:

Will learn about the history of Schoenbrunn Village and the Ohio History Connection

Will learn to work within a team environment

Will learn about aspects of visitor/hospitality services through training and on-the-job experience

Will gain an understanding of the inner workings of a non-profit museum

Application Instructions

To apply, visit www/ohiohistory.org/jobs and use the Applicant Tracking System to apply. Include resume, cover letter, and applicable application materials. For questions and accommodations, email or call .