Tour Guide

Work site environment

• Outdoors

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Collect administration or entrance fees
• Co-ordinate recreation activities
• Describe points of interest, answer questions and supply information
• Co-ordinate activities with local tour guides or leaders of performance groups
• Assist clients/guests with special needs
• Conduct guided tours of museums, gallery exhibitions and historical, heritage and other sites, answer inquiries and provide information

Experience and specialization

Type of guide

• On-site local guide

Tours focus

• Historical sites

Geographical areas of specialization

• Canada

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Repetitive tasks
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Walking

Personal suitability

• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player