The Center for Workforce Inclusion is recruiting for a Historic Interpreter position within the Experience Service Program (ESP) that provides support to the United States Department of the Interior, National Parks Services (NPS) in National Capital Parks – East in Washington, DC.
Role and Responsibilities: Opportunity to share and foster an appreciation of American history with visitors from the local community, the nation and the world through historic interpretation.
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Leading guided programs/tours
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Conducting special research projects
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Giving educational programs to schoolchildren
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Staffing a visitor center and orienting the public to a historic site
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Developing the park’s digital presence and enhancing websites and Facebook posts
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Representing the National Park Service.
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May perform other duties required to support the operation of the division.
Qualifications and Education Requirements: Successful candidates must meet the age criteria of being 55 years of age or older and eligible to work in the United States; able to pass a Federal Background check; must feel comfortable in public speaking. Ideal if you are a former teacher, tour guide and have an interest in history – especially African American history. Excellent communication skills and interact well with people from all areas within the agency. You will receive professional training in historic interpretation; digital media in the field of public history and coaching to begin your public history experience.
Hours & Compensation: Part-Time position working 24-32 hours per week @ $21.63 per hour. Worksite location: Frederick Douglass NHS, 1411 W St SE, Washington, DC 20020. This is a 6-12 month project.
Older Americans Act of 1965 / Title V COMMUNITY SERVICE EMPLOYMENT / Part-time public service and private sector jobs for unemployed, experienced and/or low-income persons age 55 and older are created through Title V of the Older Americans Act.