Position: Volunteer Docent, Schoenbrunn Village Type: Volunteer Schedule: Part-time, unpaid 3+-hour shifts. Saturday work may be required for programming. Location: Schoenbrunn Village, New Philadelphia, OH Reports to: Schoenbrunn Village Visitor Services Supervisor Summary: The Volunteer Docent provides a welcoming environment, guides visitors through the site and/or programs, and helps to care for the collections. Schoenbrunn Village, founded in 1772 as a Moravian mission among the Delaware people, was the first Christian settlement in Ohio. The site, restored to appear as it did more than two centuries ago, includes a number of buildings. Schoenbrunn Village offers programs for elementary, middle, and high school students, community organizations and much more. Volunteer Docents sign up for one or more 3-4-hour shifts during the site's hours of operation. Essential Functions: • Greet and welcome visitors • Conduct museum tours for approximately one hour in length for audiences of diverse backgrounds which may include school-age children, young adults, educators, seniors, visitors with special needs, and those for whom English is not their first language. • Maintain the security of the site and its collection during tours • Continually be aware and keep informed about changes on site or in the museum • Represent the site in a professional and courteous manner to members of the visiting public • Interact with program participants and visitors in a positive and engaging manner • Ensure tour and program materials are properly handled and maintained. • Assist with the set-up and take-down of program materials. Required Competencies: • Must complete a background check • Must log volunteer hours • Must attend professional development and volunteer meetings • Comfortable speaking in front of groups • Desire to learn about history and share their knowledge • Reliable and punctual • Flexibility, enthusiasm, and an attitude of respect for working with diverse staff and visitors • Physically able to lead tours around the site and museum. Education and Experience Outcomes: • Will learn about the history of Schoenbrunn Village and the Ohio History Connection • Will learn to work within a team environment • Will learn about aspects of visitor/hospitality services through training and on-the-job experience • Will gain an understanding of the inner workings of a non-profit museum Application Instructions To apply, visit www/ohiohistory.org/jobs and use the Applicant Tracking System to apply. Include resume, cover letter, and applicable application materials. For questions and accommodations, email [email protected] or call 614-297-2500.