What are the responsibilities and job description for the Walking Tour Guide position at Peabody Essex Museum Inc?
The Peabody Essex Museum is seeking highly motivated and outgoing temporary, Walking Tour Guides to lead informative and entertaining tours around Salem. PEM's Walking Tours will provide tour attendees with accurate and engaging information about the history and architecture of Salem, and the Historic Properties associated with the Peabody Essex Museum.
The Walking Tour Guide is a seasonal, part-time position responsible for leading up to three, 60-120 minute tours per day. The position requires approximately 1-3 miles of walking per tour. All Walking Tour Guides will attend training which will last around 4 weeks. Prior to conducting tours to the public, each walking tour guide will be required to present a memorized script for each tour.
In addition to conducting tours, guides will handle admission transactions, retail sales, customer check-ins, provide daily reporting and ensure the safety of their groups.
Excellent speaking skills and an interest in history and education are essential. The ideal candidate will be able to manage groups and navigate varied subject matter with ease. Experience with tour guiding, acting, public speaking or storytelling is preferred, but we will train willing personalities. Knowledge of Salem history and geography, a POS system and First Aid certification are a plus.