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Classification: Seasonal, non-exempt
Department: Programming
Reports to: 1876 Trades Supervisor
Wage Range: $14-$16 per hour
Job Summary:
The 1876 Blacksmith Program Associate assists Living History Farms in achieving its mission: to educate, entertain, and connect people of all ages to Midwestern rural life experiences. This position regularly interacts with museum guests, explaining through demonstrations the cultural stories and historic skills of Iowans at the Mathias Blacksmith Shop. The associate creates an inclusive learning atmosphere and inspires an appreciation of cultural history through demonstrations, hands-on activities and events. The associate works with historic tools, including hammers, anvils, bellows, coal forge.
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Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Supervisory Responsibility:
Work Environment and Physical Requirements:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Most buildings this associate will work in are not climate controlled. The position will be standing much of the day and working both inside and outside historic buildings while wearing reproduction period clothing provided by Living History Farms. The position requires some outdoor work in a variety of conditions. Work may be performed in dusty/dirty environments; in poorly lit areas; near open fires; working directly with animals, their food and waste. The noise level in the workplace varies from quiet to noisy. Essential duties may include working while sitting, standing, bent over or kneeling; may involve some lifting and moving of objects; standing for extended periods; climbing stairs, ladders, companionways, and/or gangways. Must be able to lift 75 pounds. Consistent attendance and scheduling flexibility are essential functions of the position.
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Position Hours:
Summer touring season (April 15 through November 1) days will include Tuesday through Saturdays from 8:30 am – 4:15 pm approximately and hours average 35 hours weekly.
General Information:
Living History Farms is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. It’s mission as an interactive outdoor museum is to educate and connect all peoples to the many stories of Midwestern rural heritage. All staff are required to uplift our mission, advance the museum’s core values in their work and consistently provide professional interactions with the public and co-workers with excellence. Living History Farms is a privately run, not-for-profit organization on 500 acres located in Urbandale, Iowa. For more information, please visit www.Livinghistoryfarms.org.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Pay: $14.00 - $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
Schedule:
Work Location: In person