Parks and Recreation Aide 7 (Lead Interpreter) - Johnson Hall State Historic Site

Job Description:

Parks and Recreation Aide 7 (Lead Interpreter) - Johnson Hall State Historic Site

Description

Duties Description

Under the supervision of the Historic Site Manager and the Interpretive Programs Assistant, the Lead Interpreter will perform a range of administrative and historical interpretive duties at Johnson Hall State Historic Site. Duties include but are not limited to:
• Conducting tours of the historic house and associated property for the general public, school classes, tourists and community groups.
• Assisting in delivering outreach programs to schools and other community organizations and special events and programming at the historic site.
• Assisting with the supervision of historic housekeeping, collections care, and monitoring and maintaining climate controls.
• Assist the IPA in developing and reviewing interpretive content to be shared through agency publications and on the site’s social media, promoting and scheduling outreach and group visits, and conducting research relevant to the history of the site and its residents.
• Assisting the IPA in performing regular audits, collecting data for statistical studies and necessary monthly reports, and collecting and maintaining accurate daily revenue and attendance data.
• Assisting the Site Manager in processing and tracking facility expenditures and special use permits, collecting data for monthly facility reports.
• Assisting the Site Manager to process and track facility expenditures (SFS P-Card & Direct Pay, Budget Tracker), special use permits, and collecting data for the monthly facility report.
• Assisting with visitor services. Answering phones, responding to public inquiries, and communicating effectively with staff and site visitors.
• Supervising tour guides and volunteers in the absence of the Interpretive Programs Assistant.
• Maintaining and promoting a safe working environment by applying appropriate safety practices.
• Performing other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

No minimum qualification per Civil Service.

Preferred Qualifications:
• BA in studies focused on early American History, Native American or African American studies
• Experience with historical interpretation and working in a direct public service setting is preferred.
• Advanced computer skills utilizing Microsoft Office, Publisher, and Adobe preferred
• Experience or willingness to deliver living history interpretation preferred.
• Supervisory/leadership experience.

Additional Comments

OPERATIONAL NEEDS:
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license that allows the candidate to legally operate a motor vehicle in New York State as a term and condition of employment.
• Must possess strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently as well as with others.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with other staff and park patrons in a responsible and courteous manner.
• Ability to perform medium to heavy physical labor, including medium-heavy lifting and using step ladders.
BENEFITS:
This position has the option to join the NYS Employees’ Retirement System and may be eligible for health insurance, dental and vision coverage as well as the opportunity for paid time off in the form of vacation, sick, personal and holiday leave after time and service requirements have been met.

To learn more about our benefits, visit: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Closing Date/Time: 05/12/25

Salary:

From $24.13 to $24.13 Hourly