City of Raleigh

Mordecai Historic Park- Teaching Historian

City of Raleigh  •  $30/hr  •  Raleigh, NC (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

Posting number: 2026-00722

Department: PRCR - Resources

Job classification: Recreation Instructor (Part-Time)

Posting type: Open

Categories: Parks and Recreation, Parks, Museum, Historic Preservation

Summary

The Raleigh Trolley program is seeking to hire local Teaching Historians who have a passion for history, expertise on a particular locally relevant topic, and are looking for a setting to tell stories of their local community. We are accepting applications from passionate individuals who will work with Historic Sites staff to develop their topic of choice, research the topic, write the program, and deliver public tours while aboard the trolley.

Examples of duties

  • Meet with Historic Sites staff to propose topic for tour
  • Have base level knowledge and/or experience of proposed topic
  • Research, write and design the trolley tour with assistance from Historic Sites staff
  • Communicate and lead the tour to the public
  • Weekend availability required, weekday availability preferred
  • Communicate and work well with people of all ages
  • Good communication, leadership and interpersonal skills with both children and adults.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent: A high school diploma or GED is the standard entry-level requirement.
  • Subject matter expert on proposed topic
  • Communication Skills
City of Raleigh

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The City of Raleigh is the capital of North Carolina and home to several colleges and universities, with a vibrant performing arts community. Fueled by an impressive mix of education, ingenuity and collaboration, Raleigh has become an internationally recognized leader in life science and technology innovation.

The City has been listed as one of the fastest growing cities for many years — the current population is about 475,000 people, up from 291,141 in the 2000 Census. Raleigh is known for its high quality of life for its residents.

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Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Raleigh, NC
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
raleighnc.gov
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