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Tour Guide - Part Time, Abiquiu NM
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What they do
A Travel or Tour Guide leads tours for groups of visitors or tourists. Leads tours of museums or famous or historic sites, and provides visitors with details and anecdotes about the history and significance of buildings, artwork or collections. Travels with a group of tourists, plans site visits and daily itineraries, interprets languages, and shares specialized knowledge about a country or city with the group.
$35,743 / year median in New Mexico
+13% projected growth
Job Description
- 4 tours per day by enthusiastically providing information about the life and home of Georgia O'Keeffe, engaging in conversation, and answering visitor questions while walking around the historic site.
COVID-19
considerations: Common surfaces are sanitized regularly; safety and cleaning measures are in place to prevent the spread of the virus. Masks and PPE are provided to all staff. Responsibilities include but not limited to- Greet visitors; assist with checking-in visitors prior to tours; and other duties as requested
- Direct visitors to tour shuttle; take roll call; provide information and guidelines; and drive with visitors to the property
- Lead tour through the home providing information on the artist's life, her homes, artwork, the community of Abiquiu and surrounding area; the Museum; and responds to inquiries by visitors
- Participates in on-going training to grow knowledge of O'Keeffe and other relevant topics
- Provides emergency response to visitors and property as required; follows safety, security and emergency procedures and practices as required Special Projects or Additional Duties
- Complete special projects or additional duties as assigned, and consistent with the skills, training, level of responsibility and other requirements for this position Background and Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- Required
- BA/BS, Humanities or social sciences
- Preferred
- 1+ Year customer service experience
- Required Skills and Abilities
- Outgoing and comfortable talking with members of the public
- Enjoy talking with people from all backgrounds in small groups and one-on-one; clearly communicate area information, museum guidelines/policies, and other information as needed
- Willing to learn about Georgia O'Keeffe and related history; museum provides ongoing training; previous knowledge not required
- Flexible and able to improvise
- Highly responsible and able to work both independently and with others Benefits This position is eligible for some benefits, including free museum membership, retail store discount, and Employee Assistance Program!