Tour Guide - Docent

Discover the best of suburban and urban living in Chatham County, Coastal Georgia. This welcoming community offers an excellent balance for living, working, and enjoying life. As the fifth-oldest county in Georgia and the largest outside of Atlanta, Chatham County has a lot to offer. You'll love our beautiful riverfront, which includes the city of Savannah and a three-mile beach on Tybee Island. Chatham County Government is supported by over 2,100 diverse team members across 40 departments, all dedicated to serving the county. We draw talent nationwide by providing outstanding benefits, competitive salaries, and growth opportunities. Join Team Chatham today!

Temporary Part-time Positions Available.

Variable Schedules during Museum operating hours.

Join the dynamic team at the Ralph Mark Gilbert Civil Rights Museum as a Tour Guide! If you have a passion for history and enjoy engaging with the public, we invite you to apply!

As a Tour Guide, you will 

• Conduct guided tours of the Ralph Mark Gilbert Civil Rights Museum. 
• Use dialogue and inquiry while encouraging guests to explore the Museum's exhibits. 
• Advance the Museum's educational mission by developing and providing educational programs for the public. 
• Utilize communication and customer service skills while sharing your enthusiasm and willingness to learn. 
• Complete an Introductory Museum Training Course and study selected readings about Savannah's Civil Rights Movement. 
• Be available to work weekends. 
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED, and 
• At least six (6) months of customer service experience; or 
• Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Some education in history or political science.
• Prior experience teaching and/or giving tours.

During emergencies and disasters affecting Chatham County, you may be required to report to work as part of a disaster operations team.

In accordance with the Department of Transportation, Commercial Driver's License (CDL) holders and those employed in safety-sensitive positions are subject to random drug testing.

Candidates with direct and relevant experience may receive an offer of up to 10% above the minimum salary that is posted, reflecting their exceptional qualifications. 

Chatham County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, or military/veteran status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.