Educator - Michigan State Capitol (11/19/25)

Posted on 11/3/25 

Salary: $35,360.00 Annually

Location: Lansing, MI

Job Type: Unclassified

Job Number: 0319-02-2025

Department: Legislative Council

Opening Date: 10/29/2025

Closing Date: 11/19/2025 5:00 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit: N/A

Job Description

The employee in this position conducts guided tours of the Michigan State Capitol Building for individuals and groups, informing them of the building’s architecture, history, construction, and artwork, and well as the legislative process, and state government functions. Individual staffs the Information Desks, answers the telephone, responds to inquiries from callers and visitors, assists with Capitol events, and schedules tours of the Capitol and Michigan Historical Museum.  The employee will also work on historical research projects, assist with the care and interpretation of the capitol’s collections, and help create educational materials and programming. 

The Michigan Capitol Education and History Department schedules and conducts tours of the Michigan State Capitol Building for individuals and groups informing them of the building’s architecture, history, artwork, construction, as well as the legislative process, and state government functions. This department fields incoming phone calls and emails responding to inquiries from visitors and assists with Capitol events. Additionally, staff works on research and interpretive projects to further the knowledge of the history of the building and help bring that knowledge to the public.

This position works 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday-Friday (40 hours per week). The Capitol is currently open the first Saturday of each month. Employee will be expected to work Saturdays on a rotational basis. 

Position Description  (Download PDF reader)

Required Education and Experience

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree required, with preference given to candidates with degrees in history, historic preservation, museum studies, or education.
• Prior experience working in a museum or historic site in Michigan desired.
• Excellent verbal communication skills required, including experience in public speaking or making group presentations.
• Demonstrated writing skills required, with writing sample submitted with application.
• Must be physically able to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience of above acceptable.
• Must have excellent customer service skills and be able to interact effectively with Capitol visitors in person and on the phone. 

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be willing and able to work irregular hours and overtime as required, including nights and weekends.
• Must be willing to work holidays and Saturdays on a rotational basis.
• Must be able to stand for prolonged periods and climb stairs frequently.
• Must be able to hear and be heard in a noisy environment.
• Must be willing and able to work with children.
• Must maintain a professional, friendly attitude, including forming and upholding a positive image of the Capitol and state government.
• Must be willing and able to be certified in CPR and first aid.

Additional Requirements and Information

Capitol Educators are required to wear a uniform. Uniform pieces will be provided by the Michigan State Capitol Commission (MSCC).

Online applications only are being accepted through the State of Michigan’s NEOGOV job posting website at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/michigan.
 
 Applicants must include the following four items as separate attachments in the online application for full consideration:

1. Cover letter outlining interest and qualifications.
2. Resume.
3. A copy of college transcripts.
4. A two-page, double-spaced, writing sample on a historical figure, event, or building. 

The deadline to apply is 5:00 pm on Wednesday, November 19, 2025.

The Michigan State Capitol Commission is a nonpartisan legislative information and service agency. This is an unclassified, non-Civil Service position in State government. All MSCC employees are considered at-will. Employees are required to be non-partisan.

This job is located at the Capitol Building, 100 N. Capitol Ave, Lansing, Michigan.

For job-related questions, call the Legislative Service Bureau Human Resources Office at (517) 373-9643.
 
 For technical support with your online application, call NeoGov Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627. 

Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator (Download PDF reader) for the agency that posted this position vacancy.

Employer: State of Michigan

Department: Legislative Council

Address: HumanResources@legislature.mi.gov
124 W. Allegan Street, 4th Floor
Lansing, Michigan, 48909

Phone: 517-373-0212

Website: http://council.legislature.mi.gov/CouncilAdministrator/Index