Historical Cultural Interpreter

State of North Dakota
US - North Dakota - Bismarck
January 8, 2025

Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park- Mandan - Historical/Cultural Interpreter Full-time/Part-time (15-40 hours/week) May-Sept 2025 Starting at $15-$17 per hour

Are you passionate about history and love sharing stories that inspire others? If you enjoy engaging with people and bringing history to life, we want YOU to join our team as a Historical/Cultural Interpreter at Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park! In this role, you'll create interactive programs and tours that showcase the fascinating history and culture of the area.

What You'll Be Doing:

Create and Present Programs: Lead interactive, hands-on tours and activities that bring history to life for visitors.

Research and Develop Content: Dive into the past to craft engaging programs for a wide range of audiences, from school groups to history buffs.

Facilitate Discussions: Guide lively discussions that help visitors connect with the historical and cultural significance of the park.

Adapt for Different Audiences: Tailor programs to suit all ages and backgrounds, ensuring everyone leaves with a deeper understanding of the area.

Work Outdoors: Deliver programs in various settings, including outdoor amphitheaters and historical sites - sometimes in period uniforms!

Why You'll Love This Job:

Get Paid to Share Your Passion: Work in one of North Dakota's most iconic parks, sharing history with visitors from all over.

Flexible Hours: Enjoy part-time or full-time work with the flexibility of evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Seasonal Housing: We offer housing options for those who need a place to stay while working.

Diverse Work Environment: You'll be leading programs in outdoor amphitheaters, historic sites, and visitor centers, all while interacting with a diverse group of people.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED (or currently in school).

Strong communication skills: Ability to clearly share stories and information with people of all ages and backgrounds.

Passion for history and the ability to convey historical and cultural knowledge in a fun, engaging way.

Comfortable working outdoors: Willing to work in varied terrain and weather conditions (period uniforms may be required).

Must be at least 18 years old.

About Team ND

"Far and away the best prize life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." - Theodore Roosevelt

More than 7,500 talented, hard-working people across sixty-three agencies have come together as Team North Dakota. At Team ND, we are driven to succeed through gratitude, humility, curiosity and courage. Our purpose is to empower people, improve lives, and inspire success. Join us in being legendary.

Total Rewards: The State of North Dakota is committed to providing team memberswith a strong and competitive rewards package that support you, your health and your family.

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Application Procedures

All applications for open North Dakota Parks & Recreation Department positions must be made online through the state of North Dakota's Job Seekers website. Paper submissions will no longer be accepted. Application information package must be submitted online by 11:59 PM on the closing date listed on the job posting.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.The Parks & Recreation Department regrets it does not provide Sponsorships.Application must clearly explain the experience in previous employment positions held if applicable.

Additional documents to be submitted:

Resume;
Three (3) references.

Applicants who experience difficulties during the application process should contact *** or ***.

Applicants are screened based on qualifications, successful completion of the interview process and a possible background and criminal investigation so it is very important to be thorough and detailed on all the application sections.

Applicants should contact Lynn Spomer at *** or *** in advance of the position closing date if the applicant is requiring accommodations during the application, recruitment, or selection processes.

TTY users may use Relay North Dakota at 711 or 1-***.

Learn more about Parks & Recreation Department at: /parkrec.nd.gov

Learn more about Employment Benefits at: /nd.gov/omb/public/careers/team-nd-benefits

Visit North Dakota State government: /nd.gov

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.

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