Park Guide (Student Trainee)

Park Guide Major Duties:
Conducts basic research of topics for the purpose of developing interpretive programs. Presents a variety of formal and informal interpretive programs including orientation talks, environmental education programs, conducted walks, and historic home tours to small groups (less than 25 people). Informs visitors about park facilities and resources. Provides assistance in connection with one-time or annual celebrations related to the programs and themes of the park and assist in the operations of special events.

Operates a variety of audiovisual and other equipment used in connection with interpretive material, e.g., projectors, microphones, and video equipment. Performs assignments in visitor centers such as answering basic and typical questions about the park and its facilities and running a cash register.

Performs various administrative duties, e.g., scheduling, gathering routine information for reports, compilation of statistical data, etc. Informs visitors about park facilities and resources through roving interpretation. Uses interpretive props and other materials needed for programs.
 

Manages and promotes a range of accessibility devices and services to the public.

Operates park phone and computer to communicate with park staff and visitors.
 

Must be available a minimum of 8 hours a week between Tuesday-Saturday 8am-4pm. 

First Ladies National Historic Site's Web Site
http://www.nps.gov/fila