Historical Interpreter
Enid, OK · On-site
$45K/yr
Job Posting Title Historical Interpreter Agency 350 HISTORICAL SOCIETY Supervisory Organization ... Recruits, trains, schedules and supervises staff and volunteers; responds to requests for ...
Historical Interpreter
Enid, OK · On-site
$45K/yr
Job Posting Title Historical Interpreter Agency 350 HISTORICAL SOCIETY Supervisory Organization ... Recruits, trains, schedules and supervises staff and volunteers; responds to requests for ...
This role builds skills in program development, volunteer coordination and historical interpretation. We seek organized, adaptable candidates with strong communication skills and an interest in ...
This role builds skills in program development, volunteer coordination and historical interpretation. We seek organized, adaptable candidates with strong communication skills and an interest in ...
Seasonal Historical Interpreter
Ipswich, MA · On-site
$16.50 - $18.50/hr
Founded in 1891 by a group of visionary volunteers, The Trustees of Reservations (The Trustees) is ... Do you love history, people, and theatre? Do you go to Renaissance Festivals in full costume? Would ...
Quick apply
Seasonal Historical Interpreter
Ipswich, MA · On-site
$16.50 - $18.50/hr
Founded in 1891 by a group of visionary volunteers, The Trustees of Reservations (The Trustees) is ... Do you love history, people, and theatre? Do you go to Renaissance Festivals in full costume? Would ...
Seasonal Historical Interpreter
Ipswich, MA · On-site
$16.50 - $18.50/hr
Founded in 1891 by a group of visionary volunteers, The Trustees of Reservations (The Trustees) is ... Do you love history, people, and theatre? Do you go to Renaissance Festivals in full costume? Would ...
Seasonal Historical Interpreter
Ipswich, MA · On-site
$16.50 - $18.50/hr
Founded in 1891 by a group of visionary volunteers, The Trustees of Reservations (The Trustees) is ... Do you love history, people, and theatre? Do you go to Renaissance Festivals in full costume? Would ...
Seasonal Historical Interpreter
Ipswich, MA · On-site
$16.50 - $18.50/hr
Founded in 1891 by a group of visionary volunteers, The Trustees of Reservations (The Trustees) is ... Do you love history, people, and theatre? Do you go to Renaissance Festivals in full costume? Would ...
Seasonal Historical Interpreter
Ipswich, MA · On-site
$16.50 - $18.50/hr
Founded in 1891 by a group of visionary volunteers, The Trustees of Reservations (The Trustees) is ... Do you love history, people, and theatre? Do you go to Renaissance Festivals in full costume? Would ...
$10.70/hr
... historical interpretation and to lead educational workshops for visiting groups. Through ... Work collaboratively with other staff members and volunteers * Care for all Carillon Historical ...
$10.70/hr
... historical interpretation and to lead educational workshops for visiting groups. Through ... Work collaboratively with other staff members and volunteers * Care for all Carillon Historical ...
Living History Asst
Dayton, OH · On-site
$10.70/hr
... historical interpretation and to lead educational workshops for visiting groups. Through ... Work collaboratively with other staff members and volunteers * Care for all Carillon Historical ...
Living History Asst
Dayton, OH · On-site
$10.70/hr
... historical interpretation and to lead educational workshops for visiting groups. Through ... Work collaboratively with other staff members and volunteers * Care for all Carillon Historical ...
This position leads Brookgreen U, the Gardens' lifelong learning program, and is responsible for developing and delivering training for paid Historical Interpreters and Volunteer Docents -- helping ...
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This position leads Brookgreen U, the Gardens' lifelong learning program, and is responsible for developing and delivering training for paid Historical Interpreters and Volunteer Docents -- helping ...
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Volunteer, Ohio History Center & Ohio Village Type: Volunteer Schedule: Part-time, unpaid 3+-hour ... interpretation for special programs. Essential Functions: Onsite: * Greet and welcome visitors
Volunteer, Ohio History Center & Ohio Village Type: Volunteer Schedule: Part-time, unpaid 3+-hour ... interpretation for special programs. Essential Functions: Onsite: * Greet and welcome visitors
CHM Volunteer
Chicago, IL · On-site
The Chicago History Museum accepts volunteer applications on an ongoing basis. The volunteer office ... For example, volunteer gallery interpreters (docents), are at the museum on average 1 day a week ...
CHM Volunteer
Chicago, IL · On-site
The Chicago History Museum accepts volunteer applications on an ongoing basis. The volunteer office ... For example, volunteer gallery interpreters (docents), are at the museum on average 1 day a week ...
Be Seen First
Visitor Engagement Team Leader
Naperville, IL · On-site
$63K - $68K/yr
... historical interpretation and visitor experiences throughout the campus are accurate, relevant, engaging, and accessible. Supports Museum Educators and volunteers in effectively communicating ...
Quick apply
Be Seen First
Visitor Engagement Team Leader
Naperville, IL · On-site
$63K - $68K/yr
... historical interpretation and visitor experiences throughout the campus are accurate, relevant, engaging, and accessible. Supports Museum Educators and volunteers in effectively communicating ...
The Ohio History Connection's mission is to Spark Discovery of Ohio's stories. Embrace the present ... undergo an interpretation training led by the Interpretive Supervisor and/or Site Manager.
The Ohio History Connection's mission is to Spark Discovery of Ohio's stories. Embrace the present ... undergo an interpretation training led by the Interpretive Supervisor and/or Site Manager.
Historic Site Supervisor - Mo Town Living History Museum
Blue Springs, MO · On-site
$28.58/hr
Serves as a liaison with the volunteer group, which includes attending meetings, training ... administration, historic interpretation, special promotions or an equivalent combination of ...
Historic Site Supervisor - Mo Town Living History Museum
Blue Springs, MO · On-site
$28.58/hr
Serves as a liaison with the volunteer group, which includes attending meetings, training ... administration, historic interpretation, special promotions or an equivalent combination of ...
Nez Perce National Historical Park - Interpretation and Education Individual Placement
Lapwai, ID · On-site
... volunteers, educate youth, and respond to local and national disasters. Nez Perce National ... history and culture, environmental education, interpretation, and wildlife management. * 20 ...
Nez Perce National Historical Park - Interpretation and Education Individual Placement
Lapwai, ID · On-site
... volunteers, educate youth, and respond to local and national disasters. Nez Perce National ... history and culture, environmental education, interpretation, and wildlife management. * 20 ...
Nez Perce National Historical Park - Interpretation and Education Individual Placement
ID · On-site
$10K/mo
... volunteers, educate youth, and respond to local and national disasters. Nez Perce National ... history and culture, environmental education, interpretation, and wildlife management. * 20 ...
Nez Perce National Historical Park - Interpretation and Education Individual Placement
ID · On-site
$10K/mo
... volunteers, educate youth, and respond to local and national disasters. Nez Perce National ... history and culture, environmental education, interpretation, and wildlife management. * 20 ...
Serves as a liaison with the volunteer group, which includes attending meetings, training ... administration, historic interpretation, special promotions or an equivalent combination of ...
Serves as a liaison with the volunteer group, which includes attending meetings, training ... administration, historic interpretation, special promotions or an equivalent combination of ...
The Ohio History Connection's Muffins & Diamonds vintage base ball volunteer team shares the ... Educating the public, through demonstration and interpretation of nineteenth-century base ball, is ...
The Ohio History Connection's Muffins & Diamonds vintage base ball volunteer team shares the ... Educating the public, through demonstration and interpretation of nineteenth-century base ball, is ...
Manager of Interpretation
Indianapolis, IN · On-site
$67K - $72K/hr
Design engaging visitor experiences for exhibitions, collections, gardens, and historic spaces ... Supervise, mentor, and develop interpretation staff and volunteers * Lead hiring, onboarding ...
Manager of Interpretation
Indianapolis, IN · On-site
$67K - $72K/hr
Design engaging visitor experiences for exhibitions, collections, gardens, and historic spaces ... Supervise, mentor, and develop interpretation staff and volunteers * Lead hiring, onboarding ...
Manager of Interpretation
Indianapolis, IN · On-site
$67K - $72K/yr
Design engaging visitor experiences for exhibitions, collections, gardens, and historic spaces ... Supervise, mentor, and develop interpretation staff and volunteers * Lead hiring, onboarding ...
Manager of Interpretation
Indianapolis, IN · On-site
$67K - $72K/yr
Design engaging visitor experiences for exhibitions, collections, gardens, and historic spaces ... Supervise, mentor, and develop interpretation staff and volunteers * Lead hiring, onboarding ...
Park Maintenance Technician
Lake City, SD · On-site
$19.74 - $23.49/hr
... historical interpretation, programing, picnicking, beach going, boating, fishing, hunting, multi ... Position will act as a lead worker for seasonal and volunteer staff, while maintaining daily park ...
Park Maintenance Technician
Lake City, SD · On-site
$19.74 - $23.49/hr
... historical interpretation, programing, picnicking, beach going, boating, fishing, hunting, multi ... Position will act as a lead worker for seasonal and volunteer staff, while maintaining daily park ...
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How much do volunteer historical interpretation jobs pay per hour?
As of Aug 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for volunteer historical interpretation in the United States is $19.14, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $20.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Historical Interpreter
Enid, OK • On-site
State of Oklahoma
$45K/yr
Full-time
Posted 21 days ago
Job description
Job Posting Title
Historical Interpreter
Agency
350 HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Supervisory Organization
Historical Society-Museums & Sites
Job Posting End Date
Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.
Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)
Full/Part-Time
Full time
Job Type
Regular
Compensation
Job Description
Job Description:
The Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center in Enid, Oklahoma is seeking a historical interpreter to help share the history and culture of northwestern Oklahoma to the public. Whether the audience is an elementary field trip or the general public, a successful candidate will be an effective communicator and storyteller in a variety of settings. This position assists the director of education in the development of educational programs on northwest Oklahoma history and the presentation of these programs to the public. This includes conducting tours at the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center, providing information about the history of northwestern Oklahoma, and performing other related tasks such as recruiting and supervising volunteers and staff, greeting visitors, and assisting in operating the visitor services desk when needed. Other duties include assisting with social media management, outreach programming, and collaborating with community businesses and other regional museums.
Basic Functions:
The specific tasks within this job will vary, but may include the following:
Qualifications:
Knowledge, skills and abilities required for this position include knowledge of the preparation of informational material; of Oklahoma history; of principles of living history; of appropriate historical clothing styles. Ability is required to train; to establish and maintain working relationships with others; to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; and to perform historical research. Some training is available.
Education:
Minimum education and experience requirements for this position consist of a bachelor's degree in history, museum studies, anthropology, archaeology, elementary education or a closely related field and one year of experience as an interpreter/educator or curator in a museum or historic site or teaching in the fields of history, anthropology, archaeology or elementary education; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Salary:
The salary for this position is $45,000 with full benefits. The Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center is a part of the Oklahoma Historical Society and operates through a partnership with the Cherokees Strip Regional Heritage Center, Inc.
Equal Opportunity Employment
The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.
Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.
If you are needing any extra assistance or have any questions relating to a job you have applied for, please click the link below and find the agency for which you applied for additional information:
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Historical Interpreter
Agency
350 HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Supervisory Organization
Historical Society-Museums & Sites
Job Posting End Date
Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.
Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)
Full/Part-Time
Full time
Job Type
Regular
Compensation
Job Description
Job Description:
The Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center in Enid, Oklahoma is seeking a historical interpreter to help share the history and culture of northwestern Oklahoma to the public. Whether the audience is an elementary field trip or the general public, a successful candidate will be an effective communicator and storyteller in a variety of settings. This position assists the director of education in the development of educational programs on northwest Oklahoma history and the presentation of these programs to the public. This includes conducting tours at the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center, providing information about the history of northwestern Oklahoma, and performing other related tasks such as recruiting and supervising volunteers and staff, greeting visitors, and assisting in operating the visitor services desk when needed. Other duties include assisting with social media management, outreach programming, and collaborating with community businesses and other regional museums.
Basic Functions:
The specific tasks within this job will vary, but may include the following:
- Assist the education director with planning and executing programs and events and communicating with sponsors.
- Conducts tours of museum and living history village for visitors; schedules programs and group tours.
- Conducts historical research to develop programs.
- Develops and updates curriculum to comply with Oklahoma Academic Standards.
- Portrays historical characters including developing appropriate historical clothing and dialogue; coordinates the presentation of special events portraying people and events of the past.
- Recruits, trains, schedules and supervises staff and volunteers; responds to requests for information.
- Greets the public and assists in the museum store operation; assists in the selection of appropriate educational merchandise for the museum store.
- Assist in the management of the various social media accounts, creating interesting and engaging history-based content.
- Must be able to lift and/or move 25 pounds
- Must be able to work weekends.
- Some travel may be required.
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Knowledge, skills and abilities required for this position include knowledge of the preparation of informational material; of Oklahoma history; of principles of living history; of appropriate historical clothing styles. Ability is required to train; to establish and maintain working relationships with others; to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; and to perform historical research. Some training is available.
Education:
Minimum education and experience requirements for this position consist of a bachelor's degree in history, museum studies, anthropology, archaeology, elementary education or a closely related field and one year of experience as an interpreter/educator or curator in a museum or historic site or teaching in the fields of history, anthropology, archaeology or elementary education; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Salary:
The salary for this position is $45,000 with full benefits. The Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center is a part of the Oklahoma Historical Society and operates through a partnership with the Cherokees Strip Regional Heritage Center, Inc.
Equal Opportunity Employment
The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.
Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.
If you are needing any extra assistance or have any questions relating to a job you have applied for, please click the link below and find the agency for which you applied for additional information:
Agency Contact