Tour Guide

Be a part of history! The Naval Academy is actively recruiting for tour guides.

In this role you will be able to share the story of the Academy to our visitors and be an ambassador for Naval Academy Guide Services.

The Tour Guide functions as an ambassador for the USNA by giving guided walking tours of the public facilities and grounds. 1.

Incumbent must have at least 6 months experience leading groups and presenting tours in the English language.

Experience in Historical, educational, leadership, military reunion, Jewish Chapel, Navy Way Boot Camp, and/or other specialty tours is preferred. 2.

Incumbent must have the ability to maintain physical endurance for walking tours up to 2 hours in length, and the exposure to climatic elements. 3.

Incumbent must have the ability to project voice, must have a memory for facts, dates and figures, and the ability to represent the USNA in a non-political and non-confrontational manner. Major Duties:

- Conducting public and group tours and welcoming domestic and international visitors into the USNA.

- Providing accurate and interesting information on USNA history, midshipman life and the USNA Complex. - Maintaining a working knowledge of current events involving the USNA and the City of Annapolis.

- Adapting tours to groups of different ages and cultures to provide interesting, informative and entertaining experiences.

- Learning a variety of tours: Historical, educational, leadership, military reunion, Jewish Chapel, Navy Way Boot Camp and other specialty tours designed for pre-formed groups.

- Attending staff meetings, training programs, certification seminars and familiarization tours as required by the ALVC.

- Facilitates as needed when large groups are on the Yard, to include the Chapel and the Crypt of John Paul Jones during the spring educational tour season. - Performs other related duties as assigned.