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First State Heritage Park announces the opening of the following casual/seasonal year-round position

Historical Interpreter Salary: $11.25 per hour

SUMMARY: Creative, motivated person needed to work year round as an historical interpreter at First State Heritage Park in Dover. This is a part-time/year-round position which may vary from 15-30 hours per week. Saturday work may be necessary as well as occasional evenings & holidays.

The State of Delaware is AA/EOE.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: * Strong interest in history required. Some background or college coursework in American history preferred. * Excellent customer service skills in welcoming visitors of all ages to the park. * Ability to present accurate historical material in an engaging way. * Ability and willingness to learn a significant amount of historical material essential. * Public speaking experience and ability to communicate effectively to all age groups necessary. * A willingness to develop acting skills required; some theatrical experience helpful. * Valid driver's license required. * Ability to lift 40 lbs. is necessary.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: * Conduct tours of Delaware's capitol building - Legislative Hall. * Conduct a variety of historical walking tours in period clothing. * Provide historical interpretation at the John Bell House on The Green. * Conduct school tours and programs for kindergarten through college-age groups. * Participate in historical theater presentations and evening lantern tours. * Assist with various tasks to enhance and promote the park. * Willing to work Saturdays, occasional evenings & some holidays.

BENEFITS: This is a seasonal position without traditional benefits. Direct Deposit of paychecks will be required as a condition of employment for new employees.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Please send cover letter, resume, 3 work references and a completed state seasonal application to:

Sarah Zimmerman First State Heritage Park 102 S. State Street Dover DE 19901 sarah.zimmerman@state.de.usmailto:sarah.zimmerman@state.de.us

Note: Applications can be obtained on-line at: http://www.dnrec.delaware.gov/parks/Home/Documents/Application_Seasonal.pdf

Incomplete applications will not be accepted. No telephone calls please.

Thank you, Sarah