What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Old Jail Museum Tour Guide Actor position at Old Town Trolley Tours - St. Augustine?
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This is a GREAT opportunity to LEARN about the history of our city and
get to BRAG about it!!!
Become a CASTmember of the Nations Storyteller
Have fun offering Historic Tours of America's tours and attractions while inviting guests to learn about our historical city!
Expand your performance repertoire as a tour guide and historical interpreter!
This position must have a good sense of fun and a desire to entertain and retell the history of our Old Jail Museum. It is the Historyteller’s job to bring this history to life in a respectful, accurate, and engaging way while keeping to the company’s mission to be The Nation’s Storyteller ®.
Come join the ranks of the FUN-employed at Historic Tours of America
We are now holding interviews for our PAID training program that will thoroughly prepare you to be a professional tour guide!
Our ideal Tour Guides have a passion for helping people and making their vacation experience a memorable one. A sincere love of history and the culture of our city is ideal.
Tour Guides narrate several tours during each shift.
Full-Time, Part-Time and Seasonal positions may be available.
Weekends/Holidays Required.
CASTmember Benefits
- Paid sick time
- FREE First Stop Health - 24 hr. access to doctor by phone/computer for employee & their dependents. Employer pays 100%
- 401K plan with company matching * * Eligibility requirements must apply
- Flexible schedules, including a combination of weekdays and weekends are available
- Fun, upbeat work environment with various award and recognition celebrations throughout the year
- Discounts in retail stores and FREE admission to all company attractions (including The Old Jail, Potter’s Wax Museum, Hop-On Hop-Off Tour, and MANY More!)
- FREE admission to all participating attractions through the Florida Attraction Association Attraction Share Program, including FREE or discounted admission for up to three accompanying guests.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- No prior knowledge is required, paid training is provided
- Ability to perform on-your-feet routine physical activity
- Ability to learn and memorize scripted materials and historical details
- Ability to be heard in a loud, audible voice without amplification by an audience up to 35 or 40 persons
- Ability to give a scripted tour in the time allowed
- Ability to stand for long periods of time and tolerate a wide range of temperatures and weather conditions
- Ability to work independently over long periods of time within the scope of established rules and regulations to satisfy the needs of our guests
- Ability to handle stressful situations and difficult people both in person and via the telephone while maintaining a professional and pleasant demeanor
- Ability to read, write and speak fluent English in order to communicate with fellow CASTmembers and the general public
- Ability to work flexible shifts, including days, evenings, weekends and holidays
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
Qualifications
- High school graduate or equivalent preferred
- Prior performance or interpretation experience is preferred
- An interest in history is a plus
Successful candidate must undergo a drug test and a background search
Auditions are by appointment only
Please submit a cover-letter, resume, and headshot (if available)
Successful candidates must undergo a drug test and a background search
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Referral program
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Holidays
- Weekends as needed
Supplemental Pay:
- Tips
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15
