Volunteer Docent, Schoenbrunn Village

About the role

The Volunteer Docent provides a welcoming environment, guides visitors through the site and/or programs, and helps to care for the collections. Schoenbrunn Village, founded in 1772 as a Moravian mission among the Delaware people, was the first Christian settlement in Ohio. The site, restored to appear as it did more than two centuries ago, includes a number of buildings. Schoenbrunn Village offers programs for elementary, middle, and high school students, community organizations and much more.

Essential Functions

• Greet and welcome visitors
• Conduct museum tours for approximately one hour in length for audiences of diverse backgrounds which may include school-age children, young adults, educators, seniors, visitors with special needs, and those for whom English is not their first language.
• Maintain the security of the site and its collection during tours
• Continually be aware and keep informed about changes on site or in the museum
• Represent the site in a professional and courteous manner to members of the visiting public
• Interact with program participants and visitors in a positive and engaging manner
• Ensure tour and program materials are properly handled and maintained
• Assist with the set-up and take-down of program materials

Required Competencies

• Must complete a background check
• Must log volunteer hours
• Must attend professional development and volunteer meetings
• Comfortable speaking in front of groups
• Desire to learn about history and share their knowledge
• Reliable and punctual
• Flexibility, enthusiasm, and an attitude of respect for working with diverse staff and visitors
• Physically able to lead tours around the site and museum