Tour Guide

Colorado Mesa; Grand Junction (CO); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Colorado Mesa University invites applications for a Part-Time Tour Guide at the CMU Main Campus in Grand Junction, CO. You will lead informative campus tours for prospective students and families, assist admissions staff at front desk, and support outreach and recruitment initiatives.

Ideal candidates provide excellent customer service, share campus experiences, and help with event preparation and visitor support. Applicants will upload optional cover letter and resume via the online profile.

Responsibilities

• Lead informative and engaging campus tours for prospective students, families, and guests.
• Assist Admissions Office with front desk coverage, phone inquiries, and visitor support.
• Support outreach and recruitment activities and event preparation.

Job description

## Tour GuideApply: CMU Main Campus, Grand Junction, CO: Part time: Posted 30+ Days Ago: JR100379**FLSA Status:**United States of America (Non-Exempt)**SECTION I - OUR VALUES CULTIVATE OUR VISION AND CULTURE**At CMU, we believe in acting from a foundation of goodwill. This belief gives us the courage to form meaningful relationships, embark on joint endeavors and take risks in the pursuit of new possibilities. It’s this courage that enables the Mavily to explore new ways of thinking and doing, knowing that there is no perfect solution, no perfect idea. From this place of humility and courage, we’ve built a culture of resilience. We invest in the future by continuously adapting to change, overcoming challenges, and seizing new opportunities. We recognize that change is constant, and our resilience allows us to embrace it with confidence. Endless curiosity drives us to approach the unexpected as if it were expected, seeing opportunities for discovery and renewal in every challenge. In this community rooted in love and dignity, curiosity thrives, leading to endless opportunities for growth and advancement. Inspired by the soul of the West—the spirit that our region embodies—we emerge as a force for positive change, harnessing our collective power to build a Human Scale University that reflects our values and brings to life our shared vision of the world we aspire to create. ***Colorado Mesa University Core Values*** **Love -**Extending oneself for nurturing the growth of self and others **Dignity -**Respecting the intrinsic value of each person and believing that others act from a foundation of goodwill **Courage -**Taking risks in the pursuit of new possibilities **Humility -**Suspending one’s ego and pride to recognize that no idea is perfect and being open to the input of others **Resiliency -**Investing in the future by adapting to changes, overcoming challenges and pursuing Opportunity **Curiosity -**Cultivating awe and exploring the unknown **Power -**The strength to act collaboratively with individual agency to achieve our goals**JOB DESCRIPTION**### Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesCampus Tours & Visitor Experience* Lead informative and engaging campus tours for prospective students, families, and guests.* Share personal student experiences and provide accurate information about campus life, academics, student involvement, and admissions processes.* Assist with check-in and hospitality for campus visit programs and special events.* Maintain professionalism and positive customer service throughout all interactions.Admissions Office SupportWhen not leading tours, Tour Guides will serve as Admissions Office Assistants by:* Answering phones and responding to general admissions inquiries.* Assisting with front desk coverage and visitor support.* Preparing materials and supplies for admissions events and campus visits.* Supporting data entry, filing, and general administrative tasks.* Assisting admissions counselors and staff with office projects as needed.Outreach & Recruitment* Conduct outreach to prospective students through phone calls, text messages, emails, and other communication initiatives.* Support enrollment campaigns and student engagement efforts.* Assist with event preparation and recruitment activities.* Represent the admissions office in a positive and professional manner at all times.*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.* **DISCLAIMER - This position description is only a summary of the typical functions of this seat, and not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and areas of accountability.****HOW TO APPLY:**Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating a profile and then providing personal and demographic information. In addition, please be prepared to upload a:* Cover letter (Optional)* Resume