Historical Site Interpreter

Date Posted: Mar 20, 2025

Requisition ID: 458545

Location:

Rome City, IN, US, 46784

Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a diverse range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

As an equal opportunity employer, reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role.

About the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites (ISMHS):
The mission of the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites is to celebrate, explore and steward all that is authentically wondrous about Indiana.  The ISMHS is a forward-thinking, unparalleled resource for learning about and appreciating Indiana and its role in the world. We discover, collect, preserve, interpret and present artifacts and exhibits that showcase the stories of Indiana's natural and cultural history, art and science.

Role Overview:

As the Historical Site Interpreter at Gene Stratton-Porter State Historic Site, you will primarily be responsible for guided tours around the historic site.

Salary Statement:

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $16.73 per hour but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

A Day in the Life:

As the Historical Site Interpreter at Gene Stratton-Porter State Historic Site, you will primarily be responsible for guided tours around the historic site.
The essential functions of this role are as follows:
Responsible for interpreting all aspects of the site including but not limited to the following duties: Guided tours, Educational and Public Programming assistance, Special events, Gift shop sales, Admission sales/administration
The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

What You'll Need for Success:

Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
High school diploma or HSE (High School Equivalency) and at least one (1) year of experience
Must have excellent people skills, be comfortable interacting with large groups of people and children, and display a love of history
Ability to learn facts and retain information
Background or knowledge of flora and fauna of Indiana/the Midwest
Must have or be willing to acquire knowledge of site and surrounding area
Must be organized and responsible
Must be able to work unsupervised as necessary
Must be able to operate cash registers and handle money
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Weekends and some evening hours required

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

This seasonal position does not offer benefits and is limited to 180 working days in an eleven (11) month continuous period

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. We will comply with the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable state and federal laws.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.

The State of Indiana has established a culture that welcomes equity, inclusion, and opportunity for all employees and applicants. We encourage you to apply if you feel you have the transferrable skills to be successful in this position and we look forward to reviewing your application.