Story Guide (Grant funded)

The Story Guide (4 year grant funded) is a vital role in creating a welcoming, developmentally appropriate, and playful experience for museum visitors. This position facilitates many theater and storytelling programing, including creating original productions, securing and maintaining theater inventory, conducting daily programming, and providing meaningful interactions with guests.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure high-quality theater/storytelling experiences primarily within the Roots of Kindness exhibit.
• Seek opportunities for and provide high level, playful interactions with guests.
• Help to maintain a neat and clean environment in the exhibit area.
• Comply with all safety protocols and procedures.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• N/A

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Attend monthly, quarterly and annual museum trainings and meetings as needed
• Support team members with a positive and collaborative attitude
• Support the Operations Team with minor sanitation duties
• Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree preferred
• Prior theater, performance, and storytelling experience
• Minimum of 2 years of interpretive, education or public programming in a performing arts/interactive setting

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to take initiative, demonstrate proficiency in storytelling, interpretation, and playful learning experiences
• Customer Service
• Proficient in Microsoft Office. including Word and Excel
• Public speaking

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Valid driver's license, own vehicle and good driving record
• Flexibility with work schedule, as necessary, to support weekend scheduling and/or evening activities

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Customary performance-related activities: standing, walking, sitting, bending

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Moderate lifting (up to 15 pounds)

BENEFITS

• Paid Leave
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Museum Membership
• Pet Insurance