Stephen F. Austin State University

JOB OBJECTIVE:

Under the direction of the Site Manager, this position performs routine (journey-level) educational and interpretive services and technical assistance work primarily for the Kreische Brewery & Monument Hill State Historic Sites but will also assist in educational and interpretive services at Confederate Reunion Grounds State Historic Site in Mexia, Texas. Work involves planning, developing, and implementing a full range of interpretive, educational, and outreach programs and events intended to promote the sites¿ history, increase visitation, and encourage stakeholder participation. Works under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Create and implement innovative interpretive programs at the sites.
• Greet visitors, provide site orientation, and conduct tours.
• Improve and modify existing programs, events, and exhibits as required.
• Assist with organizing and scheduling tour groups.
• Research, develop and deliver new interpretive outreach programs.
• Perform research related to the sites¿ collections, exhibits, and cultural/natural resources as needed.
• Monitor and review programs for policy compliance and adherence to site goals.
• Create a program evaluation process to evaluate the quality and impact of all programs.
• Participate in volunteer recruitment, training, and scheduling.
• Prepare reports and maintain records, particularly regarding site programming.
• Assist with appropriate product creation and selection for the museum store to enhance the educational experience of visitors.
• Conduct outreach programs both on and off site for diverse audiences.
• Develop collaborative relationships with relevant education stakeholders.
• Collaborate with local agencies, businesses, universities, and organizations to create and implement mutually beneficial programming as well as strengthen the sites¿ partnership with the community to better serve key audiences.
• Write articles for newspapers, newsletters, and publications, print or electronic, for all audiences.
• Speak to public and private groups to promote interest in the site and museum.
• Use social media and new media as interpretive tools.
• Assist in site marketing efforts by creating advertisements, print materials, and website/social media posts to promote programs and special events.
• Assist with maintenance and housekeeping, as needed.
• May train others.
• Develop and maintain training materials (instructional manuals or videos, etc.) as needed.
• Adhere to established work schedule with regular attendance.
• Follow all THC safety guidelines/procedures and ethics requirements.