What are the responsibilities and job description for the Michigan State Capitol Educator position at State of Michigan?
Job Description
The employee in this position conducts guided onsite and virtual tours of the Michigan State Capitol Building and grounds for individuals and groups, informing them of the building’s architecture, history, construction, the legislative process, artwork, and state government functions. Individual staffs the Tour Guide Information Desk, answers the telephone, responds to inquiries from callers and visitors, assists with Capitol events, and schedules onsite and virtual tours of the Capitol and Michigan Historical Museum. The employee will also work on historical research projects and must be comfortable delivering Capitol content and other related historical topics to offsite guests through the use of an iPad or other equipment using platforms such as Zoom or Facebook Live.
Work hours are Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
The Michigan Capitol Tour, Education and Information Service schedules and conducts onsite and virtual tours of the Michigan State Capitol Building and grounds for individuals and groups informing them of the building’s architecture, history, construction, the legislative process, artwork, and state government functions. This department fields incoming phone calls responding to inquiries from visitors and assists with Capitol events. Additionally, staff works on research projects to further the knowledge of the history of the building and help bring that knowledge to the public.
Position Description
Required Education and Experience
Minimum Qualifications
Online applications only are being accepted through the State of Michigan’s NEOGOV job posting website at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/michigan .
Applicants must include the following four items as separate attachments in the online application for full consideration:
The Michigan State Capitol Commission (MSCC) is a nonpartisan service agency. This job is an unclassified, non-Civil Service position in State government. All MSCC employees are considered “at-will.” Employees are required to be non-partisan and maintain confidentiality.
This job is located at 100 N. Capitol Avenue, Lansing, Michigan 48933.
For questions, call the Legislative Service Bureau Human Resources Office at (517) 373-9643.
For technical support with your application, call NeoGov Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627.
The employee in this position conducts guided onsite and virtual tours of the Michigan State Capitol Building and grounds for individuals and groups, informing them of the building’s architecture, history, construction, the legislative process, artwork, and state government functions. Individual staffs the Tour Guide Information Desk, answers the telephone, responds to inquiries from callers and visitors, assists with Capitol events, and schedules onsite and virtual tours of the Capitol and Michigan Historical Museum. The employee will also work on historical research projects and must be comfortable delivering Capitol content and other related historical topics to offsite guests through the use of an iPad or other equipment using platforms such as Zoom or Facebook Live.
Work hours are Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
The Michigan Capitol Tour, Education and Information Service schedules and conducts onsite and virtual tours of the Michigan State Capitol Building and grounds for individuals and groups informing them of the building’s architecture, history, construction, the legislative process, artwork, and state government functions. This department fields incoming phone calls responding to inquiries from visitors and assists with Capitol events. Additionally, staff works on research projects to further the knowledge of the history of the building and help bring that knowledge to the public.
Position Description
Required Education and Experience
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required, with preference given to candidates with degrees in history, historic preservation, museum studies, or education.
- Prior experience working in a museum or historic site in Michigan desired.
- Experience making presentations with Zoom or Facebook Live strongly desired.
- Excellent verbal communication skills required, including experience in public speaking or making group presentations.
- Demonstrated writing skills required, with writing sample submitted with application.
- Must be physically able to perform the essential functions of the position.
- Equivalent combination of education and experience of above acceptable.
- Must be willing and able to work irregular hours and overtime as required, including nights and weekends.
- Must be willing to work holidays and possibly Saturdays on a rotational basis.
- Must be able to stand for prolonged periods and climb stairs frequently.
- Must be able to hear and be heard in a noisy environment.
- Must be willing and able to work with children.
- Must maintain a professional, friendly attitude, including forming and upholding a positive image of the Capitol and state government.
- Must be willing and able to be certified in CPR and first aid.
Online applications only are being accepted through the State of Michigan’s NEOGOV job posting website at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/michigan .
Applicants must include the following four items as separate attachments in the online application for full consideration:
- Cover letter outlining interest and qualifications.
- Resume.
- A copy of college transcripts.
- A two-page, double-spaced writing sample on a historical figure, event, or building.
The Michigan State Capitol Commission (MSCC) is a nonpartisan service agency. This job is an unclassified, non-Civil Service position in State government. All MSCC employees are considered “at-will.” Employees are required to be non-partisan and maintain confidentiality.
This job is located at 100 N. Capitol Avenue, Lansing, Michigan 48933.
For questions, call the Legislative Service Bureau Human Resources Office at (517) 373-9643.
For technical support with your application, call NeoGov Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627.
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