Tour Guide

Middleton Chamber of Commerce - WI; Town of Spring Green (WI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Middleton Chamber of Commerce is seeking a passionate Tour Guide to welcome and educate guests on the Taliesin estate. This role involves conducting engaging tours while ensuring a memorable learning experience for visitors. Ideal candidates will possess excellent communication skills and a strong knowledge of Frank Lloyd Wright's legacy.

Qualifications

• Ability to memorize facts and scripts.
• Comfort working independently with limited supervision.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Conduct guided tours of the Taliesin estate, engaging with guests.
• Manage tour groups safely and effectively.
• Facilitate self-guided tours and support training of fellow guides.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service skills

Presentation skills

Job description

Position Summary:

The Tour Guide provides a welcoming environment and rewarding learning experience to guests by delivering guided tours of the Taliesin estate.

Wage: $16.00

Essential Functions:

• Welcome guests, answer questions, and assist guests at the Visitor Center;
• Safely manage tour group for the duration of the tour;
• Conduct assigned tours within timelines and tour guidelines;
• Serve as a host to facilitate the self-guided tours;
• Participate in continuous learning and research to keep up to date;
• Support the tour program in initial and ongoing tour guide training;
• Understand the mission of Taliesin Preservation and share the story of Frank Lloyd Wright and the Taliesin property; and
• Other duties as assigned.

Position Summary:

The Tour Guide provides a welcoming environment and rewarding learning experience to guests by delivering guided tours of the Taliesin estate.

Wage: $16.00

Essential Functions:

• Welcome guests, answer questions, and assist guests at the Visitor Center;
• Safely manage tour group for the duration of the tour;
• Conduct assigned tours within timelines and tour guidelines;
• Serve as a host to facilitate the self-guided tours;
• Participate in continuous learning and research to keep up to date;
• Support the tour program in initial and ongoing tour guide training;
• Understand the mission of Taliesin Preservation and share the story of Frank Lloyd Wright and the Taliesin property; and
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Clear communication and presentation skills;
• Ability to memorize facts and scripts;
• Demonstrated interpersonal and customer service skills;
• Comfort working independently with limited supervision;
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule based on business needs and seasonality.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous historic interpretation, tour guide, public speaking, teaching, or public performance experience.
• Working knowledge of the life and work of Frank Lloyd Wright, Taliesin, and the mission of Taliesin Preservation.

Additional Postings available from Taliesin Preservation