This is not a State merit position. The position is a renewable contractual position with Delaware State Parks.

First State Heritage Park is seeking motivated and creative candidates for the position of Trainer/Educator I to develop and implement a stimulating, engaging, audience-building roster of programs focused on Delaware and its capital city.

First State Heritage Park is a partnership of state and city agencies creating Delaware's first urban "park without boundaries" which links historic and cultural sites in the capital.

This position will report to the Park Superintendent and is responsible for developing and delivering interpretive programs, training and supervising casual/seasonal interpretive staff, and generally overseeing the programming efforts of First State Heritage Park.

Plan, coordinate, and oversee implementation of First State Heritage Park.

Develop short and long-term goals for the historical park in collaboration with planning team members.

Work with the Park Superintendent to administer the park annual budget.

Develop new, enhance current, and evaluate existing interpretive historical programming that includes site tours and walking tours, as well as innovative historical theatre presentations.

Direct and perform existing and write new historical theater presentations.

Train, supervise, and evaluate part-time historical interpreters, interns, and volunteers.

Manage group tours, staff schedules, and visitor attendance records.

Enhance existing and create new grade-specific, standards-based school programs.

Coordinate with multiple agencies to develop interpretive planning for a cohesive visitor experience.

Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to master new information.

Bachelor's degree or higher in American History or related field is preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $31,912.00 /year

Required education:

High school or equivalent

Required experience: