Tour Guide - Ghost Hunt

usghostadventures; Atchison (KS); On-site; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free or discounted admission to tours

Employee perks for friends and family

Job summary

US Ghost Adventures is seeking a Ghost Hunt Tour Guide to lead nighttime paranormal investigations at the McInteer Villa in Atchison, KS. You will guide guests through haunted rooms, manage equipment, and deliver an immersive experience for attendees.

The role requires comfort in spooky environments, strong public speaking and customer-service skills, and availability for late-evening shifts; training is provided and employee perks include tour access for friends and family.

Qualifications

• Public speaking, interpersonal and customer service skills; ability to manage groups.
• Comfortable working in dimly lit, spooky environments.
• Availability for late-evening shifts (9:00 PM–11:00 PM), weekends, and peak seasons.
• Basic interest in or familiarity with ghost-hunting equipment (training provided).
• Previous tour guiding or client-facing experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead groups through 2-hour evening ghost hunts (9–11 PM) in Atchison, KS.
• Distribute and demonstrate ghost-hunting equipment to guests.
• Ensure guest safety, navigate property, and maintain atmosphere during the tour.
• Monitor group dynamics and pacing to sustain suspense and engagement.
• Troubleshoot basic equipment issues to keep tours running smoothly.

Skills

Public speaking

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Group leadership

Guest safety awareness

Tools

EMF meters

Spirit boxes

Infrared cameras

Job description

Ghost Hunt Tour Guide

Location: Atchison, KS

Job Type: Part-time

Compensation: $12 / hour

Position Overview

US Ghost Adventures is seeking enthusiastic and engaging Ghost Hunt Tour Guides to lead nighttime paranormal investigations at the historic McInteer Villa in Atchison, KS. In this role, you will lead groups through haunted rooms and historic property areas, manage and distribute paranormal investigation equipment, and deliver a thrilling, immersive guest experience. The ideal candidate thrives in spooky environments and excels at group leadership, guest safety, and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Lead groups of guests through designated historic rooms and property grounds during 2-hour evening ghost hunts (typically scheduled from 9:00 PM to 11:00 PM).
• Distribute, demonstrate, and assist guests with ghost-hunting equipment, including EMF meters, spirit boxes, and infrared cameras.
• Ensure guest safety, property navigation, and group comfort while maintaining an atmospheric, respectful, and immersive paranormal investigation.
• Monitor group dynamics and manage event pacing to sustain suspense, curiosity, and guest engagement throughout the tour.
• Troubleshoot basic equipment issues during tours and ensure gear remains in proper working condition.

Position Requirements

• Comfortable working in dimly lit, or spooky historical environments.
• Strong public speaking, interpersonal, and customer service skills, with the ability to manage groups.
• Availability to work late evening shifts (9:00 PM to 11:00 PM), weekends, and peak seasonal periods (including October and the Halloween season).
• Basic interest in or familiarity with ghost-hunting equipment and paranormal investigation techniques (full training provided).
• Previous experience in tour guiding, event hosting, theater, or customer-facing roles is preferred, but not required.

Compensation

• $12/ hour
• Convenient Evening Schedule: Fixed late-night hours (9:00 PM – 11:00 PM) ideal for secondary income, students, or night-shift availability.
• Paid Equipment Training: Comprehensive hands-on training on paranormal research gear and group facilitation.
• Employee Perks: Free or discounted admission to US Ghost Adventures tours nationwide for employees, friends, and family.

About US Ghost Adventures

US Ghost Adventures provides historic, entertainment-focused ghost tours and paranormal investigations across more than 100 historic locations nationwide. Grounded in regional history and authentic folklore, our experiences connect guests with the dark history, legendary hauntings, and mysterious phenomena of America's most historic destinations.