MPM Position Description for Stop Spot Window Interpreter Volunteer
PURPOSE: Positively enhance visitor experiences by demonstrating models/artifacts and informing visitors about one window or diorama.
QUALIFICATIONS: Be a welcoming, engaging person. Must be willing to learn accurate content about the exhibit and artifacts used. Current windows/dioramas are (a) the general store in Streets of Old Milwaukee, (b) the torosaur in Third Planet, (c) the bison hung on 2nd floor, (d) Guatemalan Marketplace on 3rd floor. All stations are scripted. 2-4 artifacts in a canvas bag. Must be 18 years to do this task.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Accurately interpret the exhibit and artifacts as described in the script. Engage visitors in interactive questions, adjusting the content to the age of your audience. Record your hours of service and schedule yourself for future shifts in the volunteer lounge.
HOURS and AVAILABILITY / MINIMUM COMMITMENT REQUIRED: Four hour shifts, twelve shifts per year. This is a seven-day per week opportunity. Notify the Volunteer Coordinator if absent for a scheduled shift.
TRAINING: The script of your choice will be emailed to you; you'd need to study it prior to your training. Led by an experienced docent, the initial training session will respond to your questions about the script, explain the artifacts, and describe the process of hot-to-access the artifact bags stored in the Education Department.
SUPPORT: Communication and support will be provided by the docent trainer and Volunteer Coordinator.
DRESS CODE: Business casual. A red jacket will be provided.
CONTACT PERSON: Volunteer Coordinator will conduct interview & orientation to MPM. The docent trainer will be the content-contact for this position.