The Henry Ford is a nonprofit organization, an internationally recognized cultural destination, and a one-of-a-kind workplace. Our team is inspired daily by one another as well as the authentic stories of innovation that we share across our four venues. We want you to be part of this legacy and take it forward.

We are hiring several part-time Greenfield Village Presenters for the Firestone Farm/Agricultural team. In this unique year-round position, you will participate in the care/upkeep of livestock, fields, gardens, and buildings, as well as presenting and demonstrating 1880's farm life to our guests during Greenfield Village's seasonal operating hours. The team works outdoors in all types of weather, and wears period clothing when open to the public. Presenters conduct presentations that inform, educate, and entertain based on guidelines and training set by The Henry Ford.

Experience with animals is a bonus but not a requirement; prospective farmers receive intensive livestock training and a horse familiarization course.

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Essential Responsibilities

• Engages guests with dynamic presentations and facilitates interactive experiences daily.
• Presenters may be required to demonstrate the use of historic agricultural equipment, scything, grass hooking, gardening, animal husbandry, milking, livestock handling, operation of agricultural machinery (only if equine driver trained), reaper, mower, dump rake and other activities as necessary.
• Performs related operational tasks such as maintenance, preparation, clean-up and other duties as necessary.
• Demonstrates historical equipment and processes, which could include cooking, gardening, textile production, housework, crafts and trades production, and other activities.
• Provides world-class hospitality and service for all guests and staff.
• Ensures appropriate appearance and operation of the daily work site.
• Helps protect artifacts, structures and landscapes from damage.
• Communicates regularly with coworkers and team leaders about operational problems.
• May contribute to the review and evaluation of department programs.
• Contributes to the effective team management of all problems, issues and opportunities.
• Specific job may require the wearing of historical/period clothing, working with or around animals, operating historic machinery, working around stoves and open flames, or facilitating guest activities.

Your Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must successfully complete all institutional and departmental training and pass assessments
• Weekday, weekend, holiday, and evening availability.

Special Skills

• Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills
• Friendly disposition, approachable with great interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a team
• Ability to connect with a diverse audience and workgroup
• Must be able to read, retain, and communicate complex ideas

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PHYSICAL / MENTAL / ENVIRONMENTAL

Physical: Sitting— Occasionally

Standing/Walking— Constantly

Stooping, kneeling, crouching— Occasionally

Lifting—Often

Lifting: 50-75 lbs.

Vision: Normal

Mental: Observation, analysis, interpretation, decision making. Ability to read guest needs and interests and respond appropriately. Should be able to work under pressure and around large crowds.

Environment: Must be able to work outdoors in all seasons (includes sunny and inclement weather) as necessary. Non-air conditioned interiors. May work around coal and wood smoke, animals, and machinery. May wear period clothing/costumes. Greenfield Village is a large 80-acre facility that requires a good deal of walking by all staff.

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Please note that this job description is subject to modification at any time to meet the evolving requirements of our institution.

Respect, inclusion, and opportunity for people of all backgrounds will attract the best ideas to THF and help us shape a more vibrant future. By honoring and celebrating people's diversity, THF can bring new creativity, effectiveness, and leadership to our work and community. Achieving diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility is a continuous process, which, we believe, will contribute to a sustainable and inclusive world. Therefore, we strongly encourage applications from individuals who identify with or belong to marginalized communities.

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