Job Description

Job Overview
Do you enjoy summer days on Mackinac Island and love talking about it? Do you love history and story telling? Are you looking for a flexible seasonal opportunity? If you answered YES to these questions, then we want to talk with you about joining our team.

This summer, we will be welcoming hundreds of cruise ship guests to Mackinac Island and Great Lakes Shore Excursions is seeking passionate, fun, and highly energetic people to assist with these cruise ship arrivals & showcasing Mackinac Island. Walking tours will run seasonally from May-October on various dates of the week for two hours per tour (multiple tours per date). Tours will run on the following dates for the 2023 season:

May 7th, 17th, 20th
June 1st, 3rd, 5th, 15th, 17th, 18th, 28th
July 1st, 13th, 15th, 16th, 26th, 30th
August 11th & 22nd
September 5th, 6th, 10th, 16th

Candidates are requested to be available at least 15 of the 22 listed dates.

Job Responsibilities

• Applicants must be able to think on their feet, be flexible, have a wonderful sense of humor and a deep passion for the community.
• Communicate and interact well to foster and nurture personal relationships with all guests and community partners alike
• Provide accurate directions and recommendations to guests
• Learn key talking points, and actively seek out information and interesting facts to share with tour attendees
• Calm under pressure, not easily flustered, quick on your feet
• Complete post-tour duties such as providing a post-tour debrief to dock lead

Job Qualifications/Requirements

• Our ideal candidates will have a theater, PR, marketing or other presentation-based background. Previous experience in the tourism community is a plus but by no means required!
• Must have a very high-energy level, you will play a critical role in the impression of the city to guests.
• Ability to communicate and connect quickly with guests so that they feel they are part of something special.
• Have a natural sense of humor, ability to improvise, and make people feel at ease immediately.
• Enjoy working in a flexible environment with little to no direct supervision.
• Strong knowledge of the city’s history, tourist attractions, and how to navigate the city.
• Tour Guides must have an ability to memorize historical facts while also being able to adapt said script to the needs of each tour
• Must be able to be on your feet and walking constantly for 3 - 4 hours straight in various weather elements (sunny, cold, drizzle)
• Must have a cell phone to communicate and a watch to stay on time.

Compensation
We pay a $50 hourly wage, plus any cash gratuities received are yours to keep. Ferry expenses for those living off island will be provided for by Great Lakes Shore Excursions. Besides the cruise dates, you'll be paid a stipend for training and tour practice time.

TO APPLY

Please send a cover letter and/or resume that details your interest in showcasing Mackinac Island as a tour guide. Please be sure to include your availability as requested for:

May 7th, 17th, 20th
June 1st, 3rd, 5th, 15th, 17th, 18th, 28th
July 1st, 13th, 15th, 16th, 26th, 30th
August 11th & 22nd
September 5th, 6th, 10th, 16th

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary

Pay: $50.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Application Question(s):

• Please confirm which of the following dates you are available:

May 7th, 17th, 20th
June 1st, 3rd, 5th, 15th, 17th, 18th, 28th
July 1st, 13th, 15th, 16th, 26th, 30th
August 11th & 22nd
September 5th, 6th, 10th, 16th

Work Location: In person

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