Desert Tour Guide & Presenter

Living Desert; Palm Desert (CA); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Living Desert seeks a docent to conduct guided tours for pre-booked groups, including convention and escorted tour groups, private groups and organizations. You will assist the Group Sales Department and support other tasks as needed, delivering entertaining and educational experiences with professionalism.

You will arrive early, be trained in driving shuttles and walking tours, and maintain strong public speaking and customer service skills while upholding the institution’s standards and

Qualifications

• Docent training or equivalent.
• Two years prior experience in working with groups or public speaking.
• Knowledge of the tourism industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead entertaining and educational tours within the scheduled time.
• Maintain knowledge of The Living Desert’s exhibits, philosophy and future.
• Assist in other areas of the Sales Department as needed.
• Prepare the shuttle for the tour by performing a visual inspection and drive to start location.
• Arrive ½ hour early prior to tour start time.
• Report any special circumstances regarding the tour to the Group Sales Manager.
• Assist with familiarization tours for prospective clients or development as needed.
• Be courteous and professional when representing the institution.

Skills

Public speaking

Group communication

Customer service

Organizational skills

Written & verbal communication

Self-motivation

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Docent training or equivalent

Public speaking experience

Tourism industry knowledge (plus)

Job description

The Living Desert seeks a docent to conduct guided tours for pre-booked groups, including convention and escorted tour groups, private groups and organizations. You will assist the Group Sales Department and support other tasks as needed, delivering entertaining and educational experiences with professionalism.

You will arrive early, be trained in driving shuttles and walking tours, and maintain strong public speaking and customer service skills while upholding the institution’s standards and