Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College ยท 1 day ago
GMA Historic Interpreter - Part-time
Tifton, GA
Part-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelAbraham Baldwin Agricultural College is seeking a GMA Historic Interpreter to educate visitors about South Georgia's rich cultural heritage and agricultural history. The role involves providing living history interpretations, conducting educational workshops, and maintaining the historic site.
AgricultureEducation
No H1B
Responsibilities
Provide visitors with living history interpretation at assigned locations within the GMA in period- and site-appropriate costume. Interpretation focuses on the culture, lifeways, and importance of community as relevant to the time period and environment of the assigned work site
Conduct workshops and other educational programing for students of all ages (including adults)
Perform skill demonstrations associated with the historical site to which assigned. These may include open hearth/wood stove cooking, gardening, operating historic equipment, and/or demonstrating other relevant skills
Maintain cleanliness and preservation of the assigned historic location
Cross-train at different locations within the Historic Village
Assist in maintaining a safe environment for all guests and co-workers
Assist in demonstrating and providing programming during special events
Assist in the training of new interpreters and GMA volunteers
Qualification
Required
High School diploma required; one or more years of college preferred (or equivalent experience)
Strong customer service focus and the ability/desire to ensure an excellent experience for all visitors and constituents
Very strong interpersonal skills are a necessity
Demonstrated ability to work well with people of all ages (3 years to 100 years) and various educational and personal backgrounds
Friendly, open and professional demeanor with demonstrated ability to initiate conversations with guests and anticipate their needs
Ability to engage visitors on a daily basis to provide excellent customer service and a memorable experience
Ability to present and maintain a warm and enthusiastic demeanor with guests and co-workers
Ability to work well with the public in one-on-one and large group situations, and to respond to questions from various constituencies
Willingness to cross-train in multiple historic sites and learn new disciplines and skills
Ability to adapt to a changing work environment, including work outdoors in varying weather conditions, and contact with pollen and dust
Ability to work Saturdays
Ability to wear a costume that is period- and site-appropriate on a daily basis
Ability to carry and lift at least 25 lbs
Ability to work in outdoor conditions throughout the year
Benefits
Partially benefitted
Company
Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College
Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College is a school in Tifton.
Founded in 1908
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Allen Saylor
Assistant Vice President/Chief Information Officer, Chief Technology Officer
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