Tourism Aide/Guide
About The Position
Nebraska State Historical Society at Chimney Rock and the Ethel S. & Christopher J. Abbott Visitor Center is seeking a visitor focused and engaging tourism guides from May - September. These positions will interact with visitors from around the world through site programming and gift shop sales, help maintain our Museum and Visitor Center, and green spaces for best visitor experiences. The Tourism guide is to also share information about Chimney Rock and its historical significance as well as other interests around the area. Most of the working time is assisting visitors at the front desk taking admission, gift store sales, and general reception work at the museum. Designated as a National Historic Site on August 9, 1956, Chimney Rock and the Ethel and Christopher J. Abbott Visitor Center are maintained and operated by the Nebraska State Historical Society. "Towering to the heavens" is how one pioneer described Chimney Rock, the most recognized landmark along the Oregon Trail. Today, the museum pays tribute to those who traveled the trails and features unique exhibits and a gift shop with one-of-a-kind items.
Requirements
- Experience in public contact OR coursework/training or experience in history, art history, recreation, event planning, or areas related to Nebraska history, geography, or culture.
- Regular and Reliable attendance is required.
- Knowledge of, or desire to learn, Nebraska's history and culture.
- Ability to interact with the public professionally, work well with people of all ages and abilities.
- Excellent customer service skills, outgoing and friendly personality.
- Dependable; reliable attendance.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to operate a cash register and make change using the POS system.
Responsibilities
- Greet all site visitors in person or by phone and provides information on exhibits and events.
- Walk to sites and outdoors as needed
- Provide tours to visiting groups and answer tourist inquiries, sharing historical information and local tourism.
- Collect admissions and sell merchandise in the gift shop, providing excellent customer service.
- Stock and maintain merchandise on the sales floor and communicates when products are low.
- Balance and prepare daily sales reports and other essential reports using POS systems.
- Assist with light housekeeping functions, maintenance and/or custodial needs inside museum
- Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of the class
Benefits
- We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life.
- Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
- Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer!
- Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status.
- For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
