Location- Derwood, MD
- Salary- $16.00-$19.00
Description
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC), a six-time National Recreation and Parks Association Gold Medal Award Winner, has a career staff complement of nearly 800 employees and we serve a diverse population of more than one million residents in the Washington, DC area. We manage 421 parks on more than 37,000 acres of parkland. Go to our website to learn more: https://www.montgomeryparks.org/
DIVERSITY STATEMENT: Montgomery County Department of Parks believes that diversity in all dimensions of the organization supports and bolsters the innovative thinking essential to its success. Montgomery County Parks does not make hiring decisions based on race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, political affiliation, or ideology or status as a Veteran.
For more information about the Seasonal Hiring process and application status for Montgomery County, please contact mcp-parkscareers@montgomeryparks.org.Examples of Important Duties
Conduct guided tours for K-12 school groups, youth/adult groups, and individual visitors at Agricultural History Farm Park using interpretive materials provided by AHFP Historic Site Manager.
As needed, assist with development, delivery, and set-up/breakdown, for onsite, and offsite interpretive programs. May occasionally be dressed out in period clothing for programs.
Collaborate periodically with the Historic Site Manager to develop content for Facebook posts.
Assist with maintaining the historic garden, including planting, pruning, weeding, and watering, as necessary.
Serve as member of the Harvest Festival Committee.
Participate in mandatory training and staff meetings.
Other duties assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications:
Ideal candidates should be pursuing or have earned a college degree in Education, Public History, Museum Studies, American History, Agricultural Science, or a related field.
Experience working in a historical, farm-based education, tourism, or cultural related setting.
Experience in conducting K-12 student tours, programs, or activities in a museum, park, or classroom setting.
Knowledge and/or experience with traditional and modern agricultural practices; operation and maintenance
of antique and modern farm equipment; field crop enterprises; and/or animal husbandry.
Proven ability to excel in written and verbal communications, attention to detail, flexibility to multitask and maintain stability under pressure
Demonstrated commitment to customer service, inclusion, diversity, equity, and access
Bi-lingual skills (English/Spanish especially) are a plus
Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED
One year of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Valid driver’s license, or the ability to acquire one.
Ability and enthusiasm for customer service and public speaking
Familiarity working with school age children
Ability and enthusiasm for conducting and facilitating interactive tours and activities
Knowledge or willingness to learn about American history and lifeways
Knowledge or willingness to learn about regional farming practices and farm animals
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