Virginia's Explore Park, a 1300 acre living history and environmental
park located just east of Roanoke, Virginia, where the Blue Ridge
Parkway crosses the Roanoke River is currently seeking applications for
the following position(s):


Position:   18th Century Historical Interpreter
              Full-time Salaried:  May be -- Year-round  or
                                                   Seasonal, April-October

The role of the 18th Century Historical Interpreter will be to
illuminate lifeways on the Colonial frontier of Virginia through
demonstrations and presentations and to teach Colonial American
history.

The applicant must have a working knowledge of the 18th Century and the
ability to communicate that expertise to audiences of all ages with
passion and enthusiasm.  The applicant must have several  frontier
skills that are illustrative of the period and must possess or be
willing to largely provide his/her own equipment, clothing and personal
gear appropriate to interpreting this historical period.  The applicant
must be able to work Friday through Monday and Tuesday or Thursday as
needed.  The applicant will be expected to work  occasionally during
the evenings and to give presentations to civic or other non-profit
organizations.

If hired for year-round employment, the 18th Century Historical
Interpreter will assist in designing new interpretative presentations,
constructing buildings, and other work as needed in the Frontier Life
Area during winter months when the park is not open to the public.

The applicant must have experience in working with the public,
communications and teaching skills, and a people-oriented attitude.

The applicant must have research interests and the ability to turn
research into interpretation.  The applicant may be requested to give a
five-minute historical presentation as part of the interview process.

Applicants interested in this position should send a cover letter
discussing their qualifications and interests, a resume, and three
professional references BY MAIL ONLY to:

Virginia's Explore Park
P.O. Box 8508,
Roanoke, VA  24014-8508
Attn: Scott Sarver, 18th Century Program Coordinator

(e-mail responses WILL NOT be accepted or acknowledged for this
position opening)