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Colonial Williamsburg Foundation · 9 hours ago

Evening Programs Interpreter C - In Defense of Liberty

Williamsburg, VA

Part-time

Onsite

Entry Level

2+ years exp

The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation is seeking new recruits to interpret 18th century military history for school and youth groups through their popular In Defense of Our Liberty Evening Program. Interpreters will engage diverse audiences using various techniques and educational themes while providing exceptional guest experiences.

Museums and Historical SitesNon ProfitTour Operator

Responsibilities

Demonstrate ability to perform 18th century dance (gained with experience at Colonial Williamsburg or another history museum or historic site) and/or experience with Colonial American dance forms

Interpreting, participating in, and supporting a variety of seasonal and special events

Engaging in program preparation, rehearsal, public performance and/or interpretation as assigned

Ability to read and assimilate information; ability to gather information through research, study, and training

Ability to gain command of teaching basic country dances for audience participation purposes

Must perform job duties while wearing appropriate period clothing

Must handle multiple priorities and make decisions within established guidelines

Successfully performing the work assignment as prepared by Programmatic Personnel in accordance with the approved standards for any particular presentation and site. The employee will not alter, or cause to be altered, the approved set up arrangement including blocking, scripting, and general program direction

Provide exceptional customer service by:

Modeling the organizational values of stewardship, customer service, hospitality and respect for people

Managing guest/employee service

Orienting visitors

Maintaining a caring attitude guided by integrity, truthfulness, fairness, courtesy and respect for the individual

Work collaboratively to achieve the mission of Colonial Williamsburg by:

Modeling the organization’s personal/professional expectations

Participating as an active member of a team

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

18th century danceStorytellingCharacter interpretationCustomer serviceTeam collaboration

Required

Demonstrate ability to perform 18th century dance (gained with experience at Colonial Williamsburg or another history museum or historic site) and/or experience with Colonial American dance forms

Interpreting, participating in, and supporting a variety of seasonal and special events

Engaging in program preparation, rehearsal, public performance and/or interpretation as assigned

Ability to read and assimilate information; ability to gather information through research, study, and training

Ability to gain command of teaching basic country dances for audience participation purposes

Must perform job duties while wearing appropriate period clothing

Must handle multiple priorities and make decisions within established guidelines

Provide exceptional customer service by modeling the organizational values of stewardship, customer service, hospitality and respect for people

Managing guest/employee service

Orienting visitors

Maintaining a caring attitude guided by integrity, truthfulness, fairness, courtesy and respect for the individual

Work collaboratively to achieve the mission of Colonial Williamsburg by modeling the organization's personal/professional expectations

Participating as an active member of a team

Perform other duties as assigned

Competencies usually acquired through completion of 4 years of college or 2-4 years' experience in storytelling, character interpretation, theatre, music, dance, or related field, OR any combination of education and experience that fulfill the responsibilities of the job AND completion of established Foundation, Division, and Department training requirements

General knowledge of Colonial Williamsburg Foundation policies and procedures; familiarity with physical layout of Historic Area and interior of exhibition buildings

Knowledge of the history of Virginia and Williamsburg learned from Colonial Williamsburg training programs, publications, or other sources is a plus

Interviews, clearings and or auditions are required for some positions

Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weeknights, holidays, and weekends. Must be able to provide annual availability that includes a minimum of 2 evenings per week on a regular basis and up to 4 evenings per week during periods of peak demand, when required

Physical requirements include, but are not limited to: (1) climbing stairs (exhibition sites); (2) lifting up to 25 pounds unassisted; (3) standing for up to 3 hours at a time; (4) working in all types of weather including rain, snow, wind, heat/cold, humidity and storms, and coming in daily contact with allergens including pollen, mold and dust