Parks Museum Aide

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the Museum and Historic Sites Supervisor's direction, the Museum Aide is a part-time employee who is responsible for welcoming and working with guests at the museum.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Greets and offers a brief introduction to the Capital City Museum for visitorsCreates content for social media channels, including by not limited to: photography, videography, and written postsCommunicates with staff to create content Writes, creates, and distributes quarterly newsletterCreates and distributes digital newsletter on monthly/bi-weekly basisAttends museum events to document (photograph) and post to social mediaCreates a digital archive of social media posts and photographs from eventDesigns material for advertising purposesInteracts with the visitors including, answering basic questions and providing tour informationOther duties as assigned

ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES

Strong communicationMotivated and personally drivenAble to interact with people of different backgrounds and ideasAble to use digital cameras (including DSLrs and video cameras)Proficiency with CanvaBasic computer skills, including, but not limited to: Google Suite, Excel, and Microsoft Word

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Must have experience posting to social media and proficiency with curating an online presence.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Must be a High School graduate or equivalent.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Willing to work inside the Capital City Museum, outside at Leslie Morris Park, Cove Spring Park, or other areas as necessary. Strong communication and teamwork necessary to complete tasks. Museum Aides are expected to demonstrate decorum and professionalism for guests.