Museum Docent

Working Title Museum Docent Position Number T10421 Department AAH Health Sciences Library Department Homepage www.ecu.edu/laupuslibrary Advertising Department COUNTRY DOCTOR MUSEUM - LAUPUS LIBRARY Division ECU Health/BSOM Classification Title Competency Level 2 - Journey Number of Vacancies 1 Full Time Equivalent (FTE) .25 Hourly Salary Rate/Range 16.00 Work Schedule Saturday/ One Week Day Which May Vary Position Location (City) Bailey Position Type Temporary Staff Job Category Staff - Office/Clerical Primary Function of Organizational Unit

The Country Doctor Museum's mission is to interpret the history of health care in rural America. Using its collections of artifacts, archival materials, photographs and physical campus located in Bailey, NC, the Country Doctor Museum shares the legacy of rural health care practitioners with the community and reinforces the education focus of ECU's Division of Health Sciences.

Job Duties

This is a part-time, temporary vacancy.

The W.E. Laupus Health Sciences Library seeks a highly motivated, energetic individual to work as a museum docent at the Country Doctor Museum in Bailey, North Carolina.

Responsibilities include greeting guests and tour groups, collecting tour fees, providing guided tours, conducting retail sales, complete stocking duties in the museum gift shop, participating in educational and special event programs, assisting in general cleaning and maintenance of the public areas, assisting with museum projects, and performing other tasks as assigned.

The work schedules for this position may vary, but candidate will be assigned normal working hours between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm on Tuesday through Saturday (except for scheduled special events).

Candidates applying for this position should be advised that this position is expected to work most Saturdays.

Minimum Education/Experience

High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation

None

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education

Prefer museum experience or experience working in a public service industry. Experience in and/or knowledge of education or health sciences is highly desirable. Excellent written and oral communication skills, as well as excellent interpersonal skills.

License or Certification Required by the Department

None

Special Instructions to Applicant

• Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience and education are listed on your application. Do not write 'see resume' on your application when completing the job duties section.

• If you answer the questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences to support your answers (see job duties section of previous employment).

• Failure to answer the questions at the end of the application will not preclude your application from being considered but may result in your application not receiving full consideration of your knowledge, skills, and abilities.

• All applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. (EST) on the closing date indicated.

Job Open Date 06/25/2024 Job Close Date 07/16/2024 Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/72076 AA/EOE

East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and seeks to create an environment that fosters the recruitment and retention of a more diverse student body, faculty, staff and administration. We encourage qualified applicants from women, minorities, veterans, individuals with a disability, and historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the Department of Human Resources at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.

Eligibility for Employment

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Office of Human Resources Contact Information

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