Maritime History Interpreter & Public Tours Lead

St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum; Anastasia (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum is seeking an Interpretive Programs Associate to provide exceptional guest service and interpretation for visitors, tour groups, and volunteers.

The role includes leading educational tours, presenting public programs, and supporting daily museum operations to create engaging experiences. The position requires an AA degree (BA preferred) and at least two years of customer-facing museum or education experience, with flexibility to work weekends and

Qualifications

• Experience in a customer facing role is required.
• Excellent customer service, public speaking, written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic leadership abilities and strong analytical/decision-making skills.
• Good computer skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Covers scheduled Base and Tower shifts at the lighthouse, providing coverage of the site and visitor experience.
• Leads educational tours and demonstrations for the public as scheduled (Keepers’ Tours Wednesdays and Fridays, field trips, and group tours).
• Interprets objects, spaces, stories, and ideas for visitors with accuracy and engagement.
• Provides excellent customer care and service to all Museum guests and visitors.

Skills

Customer facing

Public speaking

Verbal communication

Written communication

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Computer skills

Education

Associate of Arts degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum is seeking an Interpretive Programs Associate to provide exceptional guest service and interpretation for visitors, tour groups, and volunteers.

The role includes leading educational tours, presenting public programs, and supporting daily museum operations to create engaging experiences. The position requires an AA degree (BA preferred) and at least two years of customer-facing museum or education experience, with flexibility to work weekends and