Representative, Museum Guide

Girl Scouts of the USA • Savannah, GA

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About The Position

The Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace Museum is hiring a part-time, hourly Museum Guide to lead tours and Girl Scout programs. Following a training period, the guide shares the history of the Birthplace, Juliette Gordon Low, Girl Scouts, and the Progressive Era with visitors. The role supports the Girl Scouts of the USA mission and helps educate visitors about American women’s history. The guide also leads hands-on activities for Girl Scout and school groups, supports museum operations and events, and assists guests with wayfinding, ticket questions, and information about the Savannah area. Travel requirements are 0–10%.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Demonstrated background or interest in public history, museum education, or informal learning environments.
• Ability to engage diverse audiences, particularly youth, through interactive educational experiences.
• Effective verbal communication and storytelling skills, including the ability to make historical content accessible and engaging.
• Interpersonal effectiveness and ability to build positive, professional relationships.
• Reliability and accountability in supporting team operations and responsibilities.
• Team orientation and ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues.
• Strong work ethic and professionalism in a fast-paced, public-facing environment.
• Effective verbal communication skills.
• Comfort working with children of all ages.
• Comfort presenting to groups and managing group dynamics.
• Ability to conduct and build on historic information and academic research for tours and activities.
• Ability to adapt information and activities for various ages and abilities.
• Proficiency in basic math and computer skills.

Nice To Haves

• Previous engagement with American history in a supplemental educational capacity.
• Background and understanding of Girl Scouts’ organizational history and current ethos.
• Prior engagement in public speaking and/or facilitating guided tours.
• Engagement with or prior knowledge of the Progressive Era.
• At least 1 year of experience in museums and/or institutions.
• Background with the GSUSA organization.
• Bachelor of Arts in education, history, or another related field within the museums/institutions industry.

Responsibilities

• After a training period, provide public tours about the history of the Birthplace, Juliette Gordon Low, Girl Scouts, and the Progressive Era.
• Speak regularly to Girl Scout troops and general visitors of all ages and backgrounds, and respond to visitor inquiries.
• Lead Girl Scout and school groups in hands-on activities using provided training and materials.
• Uphold and maintain the museum’s operational and procedural standards to support positive experiences for guests and Girl Scouts.
• Participate in ongoing events hosted at the Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace Museum.
• Help guests and Girl Scouts with wayfinding, ticket purchases, and questions about the greater Savannah area.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED