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Agency Information: Kansas Historical Society - Hollenberg Pony Express Station Historic Site
About the Position
Who can apply: Anyone
Classified/Unclassified Service: Classified
Full-Time/Part-Time: Part-Time
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Work Schedule: 10 hrs./week
Eligible to Receive Benefits: No
Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes
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Compensation: $15.18/Hr.
* Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.
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Position Summary & Responsibilities
Position Summary: The Kansas State Historical Society is seeking a part time seasonal staff member to support existing full-time staff at Hollenberg Pony Express Station State Historic Site in Hanover, Kansas. Hollenberg Station is located on the historic Oregon, California, Pony Express Trails and the newly designated Pony Express Historic Byway. The station served as a stop on these trails as the United States expanded westward. The historic site is open to the public 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Wednesday – Saturday and 1 - 5 p.m. Sunday, April through early October. Closed on state holidays. Position pays $15.18 per hour.
Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following: Duties include opening and closing the historic site, providing guided tours, greeting and orienting guests for their self-guided tour, processing retail sales and light janitorial work. It is a great opportunity for someone with a love of history and sharing it with guests.
Qualifications
- Education: None
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Recruiter Contact Information
Name: Fred Goss
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 785.272-8681 ext. 210
Mailing Address: Kansas Historical Society, 6425 SW 6th Ave., Topeka, KS 66615-1099
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