Museum Interpreter

Description:
Fruitlands Museum, a museum of art, nature, and history set in picturesque Harvard, MA, seeks a friendly, outgoing individual to serve as a part-time seasonal Museum Interpreter. Essential duties and responsibilities include: interacting with visitors, both individually and in groups, conveying accurate and relevant information about each of the Museum collections; securing the safety of both guests and collections, monitoring the Museum buildings for any problems or safety concerns; and assisting visitors with limited mobility to easily access the Museum buildings and grounds through the use of a motorized vehicle supplied and maintained by the Museum.

This is an entry-level position providing no more than 25 hours per week, including one weekend day. Some evening hours may be required.

Qualifications:
Applicants must be 26 years old or older, be customer service focused, possess courteous and safe driving skills, have excellent written and verbal communication skills, be comfortable working collaboratively as a member of a team, and have a bachelor’s degree in a field related to the collections (history, art, literature, anthropology, environmental studies or education).
How To Apply:
To apply, email a resume and cover letter to mkershaw@fruitlands.org. Application deadline is Friday, February 19, 2016. No phone calls please.
Apply by:
February 19, 2016