Historical Interpreter

HIRING RATE: $16.61/hour (option for Health and Retirement benefits, 26-33 hours/week)

NEGOTIATING UNIT: CSEA (Operational Services Unit)

LOCATION: The National Purple Heart Hall of Honor

374 Temple Hill Road

New Windsor, NY 12553

TYPE OF APPOINTMENT: Long Term Seasonal / Year-round, maximum annual hours not to exceed 1750 hours.

IDUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the Interpretive Programs Assistant, the incumbent will greet visitors and inform them of the basic history of the facility and its exhibits, with an emphasis on gift shop operations, including the processing of sales and handling of cash and inventory. Provide public programming, including group visits and special events. Provide educational programming, which requires costumed interpretation. Additional duties include office operations including data entry, Roll of Honor enrollment processing, and answering telephone inquiries.

OPERATING NEEDS:

Candidate must be able to work with staff, volunteers, and visitors in a collaborative environment. Applicants must be available to work weekends and holidays. Must have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Strong customer service skills. Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, data entry, and internet research/website navigation. Scheduling flexibility. Strong team approach. POS experience preferred.

TO APPLY:

Complete a NY State OPRHP Employment Application (available in all park offices or online at http://nysparks.com). Submit electronically along with your resume and cover letter to Peter Bedrossian at peter.bedrossian@parks.ny.govor mail to Peter Bedrossian, The National Purple Heart Hall of Honor, P. O. Box 207, Vails Gate, NY 12584.

Questions or inquiries can be directed to Peter Bedrossian at (845)561-1765 x28

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.10 per hour

Benefits:

• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person