Current opportunities
Meroogal. Photograph Leo Rocker 2008
MEROOGAL
Meet & greet weekend visitors at Meroogal, a historic property in Nowra – task suitable for people who like people.
Description
Would you like to spend 3 hours on one weekend a month helping out in the Meroogal visitor cottage and beautiful grounds, surrounding a romantic two-storied timber house near the Shoalhaven River in Nowra? Visits to the property are by guided tour only and we are looking for friendly, resourceful people who would love to act as hosts, welcoming weekend visitors especially when a tour is in progress.
Tasks include making visitors comfortable by explaining what there is see at the property and where all the facilities are located; inviting visitors to watch a short documentary DVD narrated by June Wallace, the last descendent to own the property or to browse through albums of archival photographs. Volunteers are our valued ambassadors who can make a difference in visitation to the property. Training is provided. If you enjoy good conversation, listen with empathy and love local history, we would love to hear from you.
Hyde Park Barracks at night. Photograph Patrick Bingham Hall
HYDE PARK BARRACKS MUSEUM
Hyde Park Barracks Museum are looking for people with an interest in Australian history who would like to join the volunteer team and help interpret the museum.
Description
As a volunteer guide your key tasks would be to:
• Welcome visitors
• Provide an overview of the museum exhibitions and the significance of the site
• Monitor and report visitor behaviour
• Conduct guided tours of the museum
• Answer questions from visitors
• Assist with special events (e.g Australia Day).
Skills and knowledge required
The role of volunteer guide would suit a person with:
• Good communication skills with a range of age groups and people of different backgrounds
• Ability to cope with the nature of the site i.e. stair access only to upper levels
• Interest in Australian History and communicating this to others
• Ability to gauge the needs and interests of visitors & respond accordingly
• Willingness to participate in ongoing training
• Ability to be part of a small team
Hours & days:
Monday to Friday shifts are available, either weekly or fortnightly, with hours usually between 3 hours a day. Additional shifts may be required when needed. Hours and days are negotiable.
Training:
Initial 2 day induction, plus job/museum specific training to start late October. Ongoing training will also be provided.
If you are interested in being a volunteer guide at Hyde Park Barracks Museum please email volunteers@hht.net.au or T 8239 2441 for an information pack and application form.
Applications close 27 October 2008.
More information on Hyde Park Barracks Museum
Susannah Place. Photograph Leo Rocker 2007
VOLUNTEER GUIDES AT SUSANNAH PLACE MUSEUM
Susannah Place Museum is looking for enthusiastic people who would like to join the volunteer team. Museum overview. Built in 1844, Susannah Place Museum is a terrace of four houses that incorporates a re-created 1915 corner store. It has a continuous history of domestic occupancy by working class families from 1844 to 1990. The museum is open to the general public on weekends and everyday during NSW school holidays and January. A range of education programs and tours are conducted by paid staff for groups on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
Description
The role of a Volunteer Guide is to complement the work of SPM Guides (paid) in interpreting the museum to the general public.
As a volunteer guide your key tasks would be to:
• Conduct guided tours of the museum
• Provide a security presence in the museum i.e. being stationed in one house/area during free-flow days
• Monitor and report visitor behaviour
• Operate introductory video
• Answer questions from visitors
Skills and knowledge required
The role of volunteer guide would suit a person with:
• Good communication skills with a range of age groups and people of different backgrounds
• Ability to cope with the nature of the site i.e. steep narrow stairs, basic facilities
• Interest in Australian History and communicating this to others
• Ability to gauge the needs and interests of visitors & respond accordingly
• Willingness to participate in ongoing training
• Ability to be part of a small team
Hours & days
Weekend shifts are available, either fortnightly or monthly. Additional shifts will be available weekdays during school holidays. Each shift is 3.5 hours. Days are negotiable. Must be able to commit to a minimum of1 year of volunteer service.
Training
Initial 2 day induction, plus job/museum specific training to start mid November. On-going training will also be provided.
If you are interested in becoming a Volunteer Guide we encourage you to visit the museum before applying. Contact Anna Cossu for further information 9241 1893 or annac@hht.net.au
For an information pack and application form email Karen Griffiths volunteers@hht.net.au or T 8239 2441
Applications close 31 October 2008.
