Sightseeing Tour Guide

2 weeks ago


Washington, United States USA Guided Tours Full time

**Tour Guide (Washington, DC)**
- This is a 1099 contract position; rates starting at $20/hr. based on experience plus tips daily. Paid Training at $20/hour_

USAGT provides the training; you bring your unique personal touch that gives our guests a positive and memorable experience

**Responsibilities**:

- /Share DC’s rich history as you travel through DC, and at each monument/ memorial/ attraction
- Provide interesting and entertaining information / historical facts, dates, and anecdotes of DC’s history / culture
- Engage with guests with wit and charm to enhance the guest experience
- Answer questions - maintaining a positive attitude
- Offer city-wide recommendations as requested
- Tailor tour content to the age and interest of guests and visitors
- Facilitate rich discussions to maintain visitors’ interest
- Handle difficult situations with tact and diplomacy
- Ensure adherence to tour schedules and itineraries
- Safely lead groups in and around attractions
- Provide a safe and enjoyable experience for visitors; ensuring visitors are aware of safety guidelines and regulations

**Must**:

- have at least one (1) year public speaking experience with large groups (over 25 people)
- complete a background check prior to offer
- THOSE WITH PERFORMING ARTS/THEATRICAL EXPERIENCE ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPPLY
- conduct a professional image at all times
- have scheduling flexibility.* _Tour schedules are made one month in advance_
- be able to work in a fast-paced environment - calmly and with composure
- have minimum one (1) year Customer Service Experience in a Visitor Center or Public Tours (preferred)

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Paid time off

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

- Commission pay
- Tips

Application Question(s):

- Advise your availability (days, nights, and/or weekends) and desired start date.
- Advise your knowledge of / exposure to DC landmarks, neighborhoods, restaurants, activities, etc.?

**Experience**:

- Customer Service: 1 year (required)
- public speaking: 3 years (required)

Work Location: In person


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