Curiosity Guide — Interactive Museum Explorer

Thanksgiving Point Institute Inc.; Lehi (UT); On-site; USD 16,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Thanksgiving Point membership for

401(k)

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Thanksgiving Point Institute invites applicants for the Explorer position at the Museum of Natural Curiosity. You will welcome and guide guests, spark curiosity, and help manage 400+ hands-on exhibits across Rainforest, Kidopolis, Water Works, and Discovery Garden.

This role provides experience in customer service, retail, STEM learning, and guest programming. Part-time with 15 hours per week, some holidays, and a front-line position in a vibrant, family-friendly venue.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and great customer service, with collaborative approach to the workplace, and ability to give and receive constructive feedback.
• Comfortable working around and with snakes, turtles, and large crowds.
• Enthusiastic and can-do approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Interact with and engage visitors of all ages to ignite transformative family learning, guide exploration, and encourage critical thinking.
• Provide exceptional guest service by monitoring and assisting guests with confidence.
• Run cashier at the front desk and gift shop.
• Facilitate inquiry-based learning experiences with curiosity.
• Collaborate with coworkers.
• Help maintain an orderly, safe, clean, and compassionate environment for our team and guests.
• Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of Thanksgiving Point venues and activities.
• Model curiosity to create positive, meaningful experiences.
• Evaluate visitor experiences using appropriate tools and methodologies.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Tools

Cash register

Job description

Thanksgiving Point Institute invites applicants for the Explorer position at the Museum of Natural Curiosity. You will welcome and guide guests, spark curiosity, and help manage 400+ hands-on exhibits across Rainforest, Kidopolis, Water Works, and Discovery Garden.

This role provides experience in customer service, retail, STEM learning, and guest programming. Part-time with 15 hours per week, some holidays, and a front-line position in a vibrant, family-friendly venue.