POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING
MARYLAND HISTORICAL TRUST

Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum
Education Department

Temporary (Seasonal) Positions
Salary:  $11.38/hr; No Benefits


The Maryland Historical Trust, Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum, located in St. Leonard, Maryland is seeking to hire two seasonal employees, for a period of approximately 11 weeks, with an anticipated start date of May 30, 2102.  Both positions are State of Maryland Grade 7, with a pay rate of $11.38 per hour, and will work 40 hours per week.

JOB DESCRIPTION:             These positions will provide much needed additional assistance to the Education Department during the busiest portion of our open season. Specifically, the positions will assist in preparation and execution of our expanding summer camp programs as well as assisting with cultural heritage events, Park workshops, and other duties as needed.


PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS:  The ideal candidate(s) will have experience working with the public, all ages and backgrounds, and have an interest or experience in history, archaeology and/or Native American life.  Must be able to lift and carry tables, move picnic tables, carry buckets of water, climb ladders, etc.  Experience with hand tools, such as hatchets, knives, saws, axes, and shovels, etc. a definite plus.  Experience with computers, digital cameras and general office machines is required. Should be able to work independently, with minimal supervision; taking a project from start to finish. Candidate(s) must be able to work weekends as necessary.

CLOSING DATE:                 Open until both positions are filled

Send Cover Letter, Resume and Maryland State Application (MS100*) To:

Kimberley Popetz, Director of Education
Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum
10515 Mackall Rd.
St. Leonard, MD 20685
410.586.8502
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(*An electronic copy of the MS100 form can be found on the MHT website at http://mht.maryland.gov under "Employment Opportunities")

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER


Patricia Samford
Director, Maryland Archaeological Conservation Laboratory
Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum
10515 Mackall Road
St. Leonard, Maryland 20685
410-586-8551 (phone)