Michigan State Capitol Educator

About the role

Conduct guided tours of the Michigan State Capitol Building for individuals and groups, informing visitors about the building’s architecture, history, construction, artwork, legislative process, and state government functions. Staff the Information Desks, answer telephone inquiries, respond to visitor questions, assist with Capitol events, and schedule tours of the Capitol and Michigan Historical Museum.

Perform historical research, assist with the care and interpretation of the Capitol’s collections, and help create educational materials and programming.

Responsibilities

• Lead guided tours of the Michigan State Capitol Building
• Staff Information Desks and handle telephone inquiries
• Assist with planning and executing Capitol events
• Schedule tours for the Capitol and Michigan Historical Museum
• Conduct historical research projects
• Care for and interpret the Capitol’s collections
• Develop educational materials and programming

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (preference given to degrees in history, historic preservation, museum studies, or education)
• Prior experience working in a museum or historic site in Michigan (desired)
• Excellent verbal communication skills, including public speaking or group presentations
• Demonstrated writing skills (writing sample required with application)
• Physical ability to perform essential job functions, including standing for prolonged periods and climbing stairs frequently
• Excellent customer service skills and ability to interact effectively with visitors in person and on the phone
• Willingness to work irregular hours, overtime, nights, weekends, and holidays as required
• Ability to work the first Saturday of each month on a rotational basis
• Ability to hear and be heard in a noisy environment
• Willingness to work with children
• Professional, friendly attitude and ability to uphold a positive image of the Capitol and state government
• Willingness to be certified in CPR and first aid

Schedule

On-site position, Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm (40 hours per week). Required to work the first Saturday of each month on a rotational basis. Uniform provided.

This is an unclassified, non-Civil Service, at-will position located at the Capitol Building, 100 N. Capitol Avenue, Lansing, Michigan.