Jerry Falwell Museum TourGuide - JFL

Liberty University•Lynchburg, VA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Jerry Falwell Museum Tour Guide will work independently, exercising good judgment and discretion, to welcome guests to the Jerry Falwell Museum (JFM). This role involves providing informative tours of the JFM’s exhibits and materials, supporting the operations of the JFM in the Curator's absence, training and supervising CSER student workers, and assisting with the preservation and organization of items within the JFM. The guide must be knowledgeable about the histories of Liberty University (LU), Thomas Road Baptist Church, and Jerry Falwell Ministries. They will also provide information and directions to Liberty University locations and points of interest to visitors via in-person, online, and phone interactions. The position requires conducting opening and closing procedures, implementing security and safety procedures, and assisting the Curator with artifact care. The role demands strict adherence to Liberty University policies and fostering LU’s Christian model and Mission – Training Champions for Christ.

Requirements

More than 20 years of experience with, and corresponding knowledge of, Liberty University and Jerry Falwell Ministries
Strong presentation experience
Well-developed communications skills
To obtain LU-approved driver certification, individuals must be 21 years of age or older, possess a valid driver's license with a minimum of five (5) years of documented driving history, and maintain a clean driving record.
Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to convey clear, well articulated information.
Ability to understand, speak, and write English in order to convey messages and correspond in an articulate and professional manner.
Possess public communication skills that allow professional representation of Liberty University.
Strong organizational skills.
Proficient computer skills.
Intuitively able to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment in order to solve problems of both a routine and complex nature.
Regularly required to hear and speak in order to effectively communicate orally.
Regularly required to stand, walk, and climb stairs to move about the campus.
Handle materials, reach overhead, kneel or stoop in order to conduct business.
Regularly lift 20 or fewer pounds.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree
Knowledge of preservation processes

Responsibilities

Greets visitors to the Jerry Falwell Museum (JFM) and provides tours as requested.
Knowledgeable of Liberty University (LU), Thomas Road Baptist Church, and Jerry Falwell Ministries’ histories.
Provides tours to VIP visitors and special guests.
Provides in-person, online, and phone visitors with information about and directions to Liberty University locations and points of interest.
Provides training and supervision to CSER student workers.
Responsible for conducting opening and closing procedures when the Curator is not available, including during extended hours for special events.
Implements and adheres to security and safety procedures for JFM and JFL customers.
Assists the Curator with the care, keeping, and organizing of artifacts/items in the JFM.
Strictly adheres to Liberty University policies, representing the University in an exemplary manner.
Works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU’s Christian model and Mission – Training Champions for Christ.