Museum Historical Interpreter I (Part time, Hourly)

Posted: 04-Mar-26

Location: Huntsville, Texas

Categories:

• Other Staff/Administrative
• Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 46497

Requisition: 202600057S

Occupational Category (Staff Positions Only): Clerical

Hiring Salary: Hourly-Staff

Department: Museum

General Requirements:

High School graduation or G.E.D. equivalent. Three years related experience in interpretation, public programming, living-history reenactments, or related experience. Additional education may be considered in lieu of experience.

Nature & Purpose of Position/Usual Duties:

Interprets for several original and reconstructed historic structures. Exhibits interpreter in rotunda and galleries of Memorial Museum building. Interprets early Texas history, pioneer lifestyles, folklife, and frontier arts and crafts to Museum visitors.

Primary Responsibilities (Staff Positions Only):

Demonstrates pre-Civil War period skills and activities. Acts as guide for tours and scheduled groups. Conveys historical information to visitors through living-history interpretation, guides groups through historic structures, and answers questions. Responsible for knowledge of Texas history. Interacts courteously and effectively with visitors, customers, and staff at all levels. Operates cash register as needed in Museum gift shop. Collects fees and other charges as required. Performs other related duties as assigned.