Tour Guide - Ghost Hunt

US Ghost Adventures; Atchison (KS); On-site; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free tours for family

Paid equipment training

Evening schedule (9-11pm)

Job summary

US Ghost Adventures seeks a Ghost Hunt Tour Guide to lead 9:00 PM–11:00 PM paranormal investigations at the McInteer Villa in Atchison, KS. The role emphasizes strong public speaking, safety, and guest engagement while guiding groups through haunted spaces.

You will distribute equipment, manage pacing, and deliver an immersive, entertaining experience. Paid training and employee perks are provided; evenings and weekends are required.

Qualifications

• Strong public speaking and guest-facing skills.
• Customer service oriented with a focus on safety.
• Experience guiding/groups is a plus, training provided.

Responsibilities

• Lead groups through haunted rooms and property during 9:00 PM–11:00 PM tours.
• Distribute and demonstrate paranormal equipment (EMF meters, spirit boxes, IR cameras).
• Ensure guest safety, navigate the property, and maintain atmosphere.
• Monitor group dynamics and pace tours for suspense and engagement.
• Troubleshoot basic equipment issues to keep tours running smoothly.
• Provide a friendly, engaging guest experience throughout the event.

Skills

Public speaking

Customer service

Group leadership

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.