Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour Guide
Organization: Clark County Historical Museum and American Queen Voyages
Location: Camas, Washington
Status: Paid Stipend ($200 per shift), W-9 Contract
Days/Hours: Alternating Wednesdays and/or Saturdays, 7:30 am to 12:30 pm
The Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour Guide provides narration about history, fun facts and other details about the stops, areas the tour passes through, and general history of Camas-Washougal on a tour bus as it drives a loop through the area.
RESPONSIBILITIES
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- Greet all guests promptly at scheduled tour times
- Outline the tour and timeline before beginning
- Provide narrations for guests regarding sites along the route
- Follow scripts and prompts provided by the Clark County Historical Museum
- Clearly provide information to guests in an engaging manner
- Answer questions that the guests have
- Demonstrate knowledge of the local area based on scripts, notes, and training provided
- Remain calm, friendly, and enthusiastic at all times
- Comply with all health and safety protocols set out by AQV and CCHM.
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QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
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- Strong verbal and presentation skills and ability to tell an engaging story
- Previous experience working directly with the public is strongly preferred. Previous museum, docent, volunteer, and/or public speaking experience, are also preferred.
- Ability to work independently; must be self-directed and proactive.
- Must be prompt and on time for all shifts.
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PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
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- This position requires light walking or significant times of standing. Physical demands associated with the essential functions include talking, hearing, and seeing.
- Required are the abilities to communicate effectively verbally; and to utilize spatial, visual, and tactile discrimination.
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TRAINING/REIMBURSEMENT:
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- Clark County Historical Museum and American Queen Voyages will provide a 2 to 3-hour training session and all materials.
- This is a paid W-9 Contract position through American Queen Voyages. Guides are responsible for submitting any required paperwork to American Queen Voyages for reimbursement. Learn More.
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