Interpreter I

Description:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong interpersonal and oral communication skills.

• Experience working with diverse audiences of varying cultural backgrounds, ages, and abilities.

• Demonstrated ability to learn and apply a wide variety of interpretive techniques.

• Demonstrated ability to listen to the public and be responsive to inquiries and comments.

• Demonstrated ability to provide consistent, high quality customer service.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently.

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate and contribute positively to a team environment.

• Ability to maintain professionalism in demeanor and appearance.

• Must be able to work a varied schedule of weekday, weekend, and evening hours, which would average 14-24 hours per week.

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time, while giving tours or conducting programs.

• Ability to bend, crouch, kneel, reach, push, and pull.

• Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 20 pounds.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent.

• Experience working with children in an educational environment.

• Experience in museum interpretation, theater, education, or storytelling.

• Knowledge of, or ability to learn about Minnesota history.

• College coursework in history, education, or related field.

• Demonstrated ability to solve problems independently in a dynamic and fluid work environment.