Step-on Tour Guide TayMac Tours Limited For the past thirty-eight years TayMac Tours has been sharing with visitors to the Maritimes our history, culture and hospitality. We are currently seeking individuals to fill the roll of step-on guides for our tours in the Halifax, South Shore, and Annapolis Valley areas. A tour guide needs to know various routes to attractions, restaurants, venues. A tour guide will also need to know historical facts, dates, and folk lore, and be able to present the information in an informative yet engaging way. Skills Required: \xc2\xb7 Excellent oral and written communication skills \xc2\xb7 Public speaking and story telling \xc2\xb7 Strong observation skills, attention to detail \xc2\xb7 Propensity for history and the ability accurately retell details and events \xc2\xb7 Ability to work well under pressure and follow assignments \xc2\xb7 Flexibility to changing conditions like weather, traffic, or unforeseen delays \xc2\xb7 Flexibility to work shifts including early mornings, holidays, and weekends \xc2\xb7 Ability to lead groups of various sizes and ages, for a specific duration \xc2\xb7 Act as a liaison between TayMac Tours and various tourism suppliers \xc2\xb7 Customer focused Responsibilities: \xc2\xb7 Must be able to provide clear directions to visiting drivers while conducting the tour \xc2\xb7 Liaise with group leaders prior to tour to discuss itinerary \xc2\xb7 Based on tour outline, plan routing and schedule time for stops \xc2\xb7 Provides factual commentary and local folk lore in an entertaining way \xc2\xb7 Able to control group to keep on schedule \xc2\xb7 Able to answer questions not related to tour, such as restaurant and shopping suggestions Work Schedule This is a seasonal position that begins in April and continues through to November. It is an irregular schedule. Compensation: \xc2\xb7 Set rate per tour, plus gratuities \xc2\xb7 Uniform cost share \xc2\xb7 Paid Training Job Types: Casual, Seasonal
Contract length: 8 months Salary: $20.00-$23.00 per hour Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Halifax, NS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: One location