Remote Camp Jobs in Wisconsin (NOW HIRING)

Introduction
The Wisconsin Historical Society , considered one of the nation's finest historical institutions, is a State of Wisconsin government agency as well as a mission-driven entrepreneurial organization. The Wisconsin Historical Society (WHS), founded in 1846, ranks as one of the largest, most active and diversified state historical societies in the nation. As both a state agency and a private membership organization, its mission is to help people connect to the past by collecting, preserving, and sharing stories. At its core, WHS believes that increasing the public's knowledge of history has profound societal, cultural, and economic benefit. Its library, archives and collections, historic sites and museums, historic preservation office, and extensive educational programs and community outreach are focused on our vision to enrich and transform lives through unparalleled access to history. Click here for more information about WHS' mission, vision, and core values.
Position Summary
Old World Wisconsin is a 600-acre outdoor living history museum located in Eagle, Wisconsin. Guests explore homes, farms, and businesses that come from across Wisconsin, exploring stories of place and perseverance from the 1840s to the 1930s. With a focus on hands exploration and immersive spaces, OWW is a celebrated destination for families and friends making new memories, sharing stories, and connecting to Wisconsin's past as they get inspired for their own futures. Staff work in historic indoor and outdoor spaces in the beauty of the Kettle Moraine State Forest to bring history to life for tens of thousands of guests each summer.
The Education Programs Lead supports the mission of the Wisconsin Historical Society and goals of Old World Wisconsin by supporting educational programs through the execution of public and school programs. They serve as the lead for school field trips and summer camps, as well as executing outreach programming.
Responsibilities Include:

• Oversee daily experience of field trips, including assisting with school check-in, helping schools get to programs, and supporting staff
• Restock materials needed each week, ensuring schools and staff have everything they need for an engaging experience.
• Work with the Education Programs Coordinator to communicate with schools in a timely and effective manner
• Implement daily camp logistics and facilitate the camp activities to create a memorable and enjoyable experience for summer camp participants.
• Lead daily camp experience in coordination with Education Programs Coordinator, Camp Counselors, and facilitators.
• Restock camp materials according to attendance numbers.
• Work with Guest Experience Team to write, edit, and distribute written resources for daily experience and special events.

Schedule:
The schedule for this year-round position will vary from season to season. June through August expect to work 40 hours per week (including some weekends), while working approximately 20 hours per week during the off-season.
Salary Information
Pay range is $17.00 - $19.00 per hour with a weekend differential of 80 cents per hour. This classification is in schedule and class 13-04..
Please note this is a Limited Term Employment position so it does not include paid time off or benefits upon hire.
Job Details
A criminal background check will be conducted by WHS prior to an offer of employment to determine if the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job.
This is a Limited Term Employment (LTE) position and limited to 1,039 hours. This position will be part time and average 20 - 30 hours per week.
Wisconsin residency is required for Limited Term Employment positions.
Limited Term Employment (LTE) positions are not civil service classified positions, do not give any rights to permanent civil service classified positions and do not lead to permanent status.
WHS does not sponsor work visas. Any appointment made will be contingent on the applicant being able to prove valid status to work in the United States.
Certain positions within WHS may allow remote/work from home flexibility for a portion of their work schedule, depending on the needs of the position and the work unit. This topic and any remote work flexibility that may be available will be discussed in more detail in the interview process.
Qualifications

• Comfortable in public speaking, leading tours, and programs
• A guest-centric mindset and the ability to adjust programming based on evaluation and feedback
• Knowledge of Wisconsin and American History or willingness to learn
• Ability to solve problems and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to record and manage information using computer technology
• Ability to function and cooperate in a team environment
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude and act as a model of the mission and values of the organization
• Ability to work in an outdoor setting and varying weather conditions as well as working in an office setting during the winter months
• Ability to drive a state vehicle and have a valid driver's license

How To Apply
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Submitted materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the hiring process.
We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce.
Questions can be directed to dawn.garcia@wisconsinhistory.org or (608) 264-6670
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Deadline to Apply
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.