Intern Juliane Schudek is conducting an on-site Oral History interview about local Washington County farming.
We welcome volunteers who are looking to work twice a month or on a weekly basis, shifts are negotiable.
To volunteer, download the Volunteer Application Form.
- Complete the application form.
- Save a copy to your hard drive.
- Open email and attach the completed form.
- Email to the volunteer coordinator.
We’ll contact you to work out the details!
Washington County Museum Transcription Volunteer Needed
Washington County Museum is seeking volunteers to help transcribe our growing oral history collection.
POSITION SUMMARY: Transcription volunteers will work with the Folklife Coordinator to transcribe oral history interviews collected in Washington County.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Transcribe audio recordings of interviews with community members.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Strong keyboarding skills.
• Experience using common software programs, including Microsoft Word.
• Prior experience with transcribing from audio recordings preferred but not required.
• Attention to detail
COMMITMENT:
• The estimated work time is flexible, but the volunteer should be able to commit at least 4 hours per week to the project or volunteer on an interview by interview basis. Interviews are approximately one hour long.
• Work can be done during select hours at the Museum (computer with transcription software and pedal provided) or at home (no supplied provided).
• Volunteers will need to meet with the Folklife Coordinator for training and follow-up.
VOLUNTEER BENEFITS:
• Opportunity to learn more about the history of Washington County.
• Training and a lifelong learning experience.
• Chance to see your work reflected in the Museum’s exhibits and made accessible in the Museum’s research library.
For more information, contact Beth at 503.645.5353, ext. 133 or beth@washingtoncountymuseum.org.
Artifact or Archive Collection Maintenance
Work with the Collections Manager to catalog and inventory collections materials, photographs and artifacts within the Museum.
- Help prepare for a large scale shelving upgrade and move for all objects held within storage. Handle a wide variety of objects as you help re-house them into proper storage boxes and drawers.
- Work within the object database system updating donor files and creating proper paper files.
Assist Researchers in the Library
Help preserve local history!
- The Museum is recording the oral history of local farmers and other Washington County residents. We need volunteers who are interested in researching potential candidates and conducting local oral history interviews that will become part of the Museum’s archive collection.
- Transcribe previously recorded oral histories of local farmers and other residents of Washington County from Express Scribe (a transcribing program). Along the way you will get to hear the fascinating stories of past and present local community members and how they have been a part of or affected Washington County.
Participate in Hands-on Educational Programs
Do you enjoy working with children? Do you like craft activities?
The museum needs a few energetic, enthusiastic volunteers who can assist with the craft tables and door greeting at our monthly gathering. This is a growing popular event and we need your help to continue its success!
The Museum’s Family Days are a time for families to gather and enjoy an afternoon of fun and crafts. Each month has a different theme that connects children with an educational message about their Washington County history.
General Museum Assistance
Help make each guest’s experience a memorable one!
Washington County Museum is looking for front desk attendants who can greet guests with a warm friendly smile and attitude!
- Attending the front desk includes taking payments for admittance, any book sales, answering and explaining current exhibit questions, and assisting museum staff complete various projects.
- Projects may include mailings, administrative tasks, and certain object/archival projects.
