Job Opportunities & Volunteer Opportunities

Job Opportunities:

None at this time.

Part Time Museum Interpreter

The Southern Museum of Civil War & Locomotive History is now accepting applications for the position of Museum Interpreter. This position will be working under the supervision of the Director of Education. The Museum Interpreter will aide in providing programs & guided tours for a wide variety of audiences, in costumed and non-costumed interpretive demonstrations and programs focusing on the Museum’s primary themes. This position will also assist in the research and development of interpretive program outlines as needed, and all other duties as assigned.

Candidate must possess a familiarity with Nineteenth Century American social & Civil War history developed through formal education, professional experience or personal study; knowledge of local history as well as 20th Century industrial and locomotive history. Candidate must demonstrate excellent public speaking skills and the ability to provide customer service, be a team player and be able to work flexible schedules as needed, including weekends, evenings & holidays.

Candidate must have one year of professional experience in presenting educational programs to audiences in a museum or historic site setting. Two years or more of classroom teaching experience may be substituted.

Salary range is $10.24 - $12.00 pr/hr.

This position is not eligible for City of Kennesaw benefits.

Send Resumes to:

City of Kennesaw
Attn: Leean Keanum/Personnel Administrator
2529 J.O. Stephenson Ave.
Kennesaw, GA 30144
770-424-8274
770-528-9082 fax
lkeanum@kennesaw-ga.gov
City Website: www.kennesaw-ga.gov

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Volunteer Opportunities:

Support and donations from the community have helped the Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History become a Smithsonian-affiliated, world-class facility. The Museum now seeks volunteers to help maintain the Museum's commitment to providing an exciting and impressive experience to visitors.

Volunteers are integral to the continued success of the Museum and provide a valuable service, not only to the Museum, but to the entire community.

Opportunities for volunteers, aged 16 and up, include:

Curatorial
Volunteers provide assistance in the maintenance of the Museum’s three permanent collections: The Great Locomotive Chase; Railroads: Lifelines of the Civil War; and Glover Machine Works: Casting a New South.

Library and Archives
Volunteers help preserve and conserve the Museum’s archival collection by processing and cataloging archival materials (documents, maps, photographs, books, magazines) according to collections standards. Volunteers will be trained in the appropriate handling of archival materials.

Education
Volunteers lead individual and group tours of the Museum, providing interpretation of the three permanent collections, and, when appropriate, of visiting exhibitions.

Volunteers may also assist visitors and provide private tours during special events.

Administration
Volunteers prepare bulk mailings, answer phone requests, and assist with research, among other projects for the Museum.

Housekeeping
Volunteers assist staff in the care and maintenance of the building and grounds of the Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History.  Duties may include helping repair and maintain the building, yard, and exhibits, including the Glover Factory and the General.  Skills in electrical work, carpentry, and mechanical work are a plus.

Special Events
Volunteers assist in a variety of areas during Museum-sponsored events throughout the year, such as exhibit openings, lectures, etc.

Volunteer Benefits
In addition to the satisfaction of working at a world-class Museum and meeting people who share a love of history and the community, volunteers will receive:

• A FREE annual family membership to the Museum that includes:
  • Unlimited free admission for one year for two adults and all dependent minor children (under age 18) when accompanied by Member parent
  • 10% discount on Museum shop purchases
  • Invitation to exclusive Members Only events, including exhibition previews
  • Priority notice and seating for all lectures and community programs
  • Subscription to semiannual newsletter
• Opportunities to participate in continuing education trips and lectures

Contact Director of Education Jennifer Legates at (770) 427-2117, extension 3177 for more information about volunteer opportunities at the Museum.

Download the volunteer application