Museum Education Assistant

Make a positive impact on the community by joining the Johnson County Park and Recreation District team and help us enhance the lives of thousands through excellence in parks, recreation, culture, education, and public service. As a JCPRD employee, you'll be part of a locally, regionally, and nationally acclaimed organization that annually hosts nearly 7 million park visitors and engages nearly 3 million participants in 4,000+ programs. With excellent benefits, retirement plans, employee incentives, and a great organizational culture, JCPRD is building a thriving park and recreation system that inspires play, culture, and education, supporting healthy and fulfilling lives for all. Come work where you play! 

• The Education Assistant at the Johnson County Museum is responsible for facilitating education programs for school and public audiences, providing guided tours at both museum sites, and supporting positive visitor experiences.
• This position provides support for front desk operations and general customer service on Saturdays.
• Major responsibilities include teaching programs for school groups, facilitating camps and out-of-school programs, conducting public tours, assisting with special events, and operating point of sale systems.
• The position also requires costumed interpretation as a 1904 schoolteacher at the Lanesfield Historic Site in Edgerton, Kansas. 

Starting Salary: $17/hour.

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• One year experience in public speaking required.  
• Must enjoy working with children and be comfortable leading tours and presenting to large and small groups.
• The ideal candidate will have strong public speaking skills, an interest in history, and enjoy working with people of all ages.
• Candidate should be a self-starter who can work independently, with a team, and in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check.

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in history, Public History, Museum Studies, or Education.
• Preferred experience in retail point of sales and cash handling. 

JCPRD requires reference/background screening for all positions.  Specified criteria may vary by Department.