Visitor Information Assistant/Recreation Technician, Tallac Historic Site Description: Spend the summer season serving at the Tallac Historic Site at beautiful Lake Tahoe. Work alongside Forest Service staff to provide interpretive programming and visitor services. This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in the field of interpretation at one of the nations premiere visitor destinations. Tallac Historic Site contains three historic properties that once belonged to the Baldwin, Pope and Heller families. The houses, built between 1894 and 1923, offer a glimpse of the lifestyles of Tahoe's early rich and famous visitors.
Compensation: This is an AmeriCorps position, and candidates will receive a living stipend of $8,000.00 for the season. This is not an hourly wage or a salary and is paid to members bi-monthly throughout the entire year. Upon completion of AmeriCorps service, members shall receive an additional education award in the amount of $2,775 that can be used for paying off student loans, or paying tuition for a Title IV accredited college. Timeline: April 30, 2012 October 26, 2012 Primary Scope of Responsibilities: Perform routine visitor center operations duties including opening and closing the Baldwin Museum and Pope House. Answer questions and provide information to the public. Conduct interpretive programs related to various themes associated with the Tallac Historic Site including: Development of tourism in the Tahoe Basin Baldwin, Tevis, Pope, and Heller family histories Historic preservation and restoration Operate a POS cash register for retails sales within the Baldwin Museum. Help with daily office work, independently respond to phone and mail inquiries requesting information. Assist in the preparation of informational materials. Provide custodial services daily including cleaning of restrooms and trash removal. Preferred Qualifications B.S./B.A. in history, museology, recreation, anthropology, historic preservation, or other related field. Ability to work with minimal supervision. Proven ability to work with the public, including groups. Interest in California history is a plus. Ability to multi-task and work with a diverse group of volunteers, staff members, and children. Training: Interpretive programming On site history Cash Handling Additional training will be provided by the USFS. AmeriCorps Qualifications: To qualify, you must be at least 17 years of age and a US citizen that has received a high school diploma or GED (or be willing to achieve this before using education award). All offers of employment are conditional upon completion of an acceptable check of the National Sex Offender Public Registry. To Apply: Qualified and interested applicants should forward a cover letter, their résumé, and a list of three professional references to Bridget Walden, GBI HR Coordinator, at bwal...@thegreatbasininstitute.org. These AmeriCorps positions are made possible by a generous grant from Nevada Volunteers. This program is available to all, without regard to race, color, national origin, disability, age, or sex. Person with disabilities are encouraged to apply. NCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
