What are the responsibilities and job description for the Richmond, VA Tour Guide position at Haunted Historical Walk LLC?
Job Summary
Join our dynamic team as a, VA Tour Guide and become a passionate ambassador of our historic site! In this energetic role, you will lead engaging, informative tours that captivate visitors from around the world. Your enthusiasm and expertise will bring history to life, creating memorable experiences for diverse audiences. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to share your love of history, culture, and community while honing your leadership and public speaking skills. Whether guiding groups outdoors or sharing stories in indoor settings, you’ll play a vital role in fostering appreciation and understanding of our local heritage.
Duties
- Lead lively and educational guided tours for groups of varying sizes, ensuring an engaging visitor experience.
- Share detailed historical facts, stories, and cultural insights in a clear and compelling manner.
- Manage tour schedules efficiently, ensuring timely departures and arrivals while maintaining high energy levels.
- Answer visitor questions with enthusiasm, providing additional context or information as needed.
- Assist with outdoor work activities such as setting up signage, maintaining tour routes, and ensuring safety protocols are followed.
- Promote positive interactions by demonstrating excellent customer service skills and a welcoming attitude.
- Collaborate with team members to develop new tour content and improve visitor engagement strategies.
Skills
- Strong public speaking and presentation skills to confidently deliver engaging stories and information.
- Leadership qualities to guide groups safely and effectively while maintaining control in outdoor environments.
- Excellent communication skills for interacting with visitors, team members, and community partners.
- Experience in outdoor work environments or teaching roles that involve active engagement outdoors.
- Effective time management skills to coordinate tours smoothly while handling multiple responsibilities.
Join us as a, VA Tour Guide — where your energy fuels unforgettable journeys into history! This paid position offers a rewarding opportunity to develop your leadership, storytelling, and customer service talents while sharing the rich heritage of our community with visitors from all walks of life.
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20