Expedition Cruise Guide in Naples, Florida at Naples Zoo Inc

The Expedition Guide must possess the ability to learn how to navigate a 32-foot catamaran through a primate-inhabited island system, narrating a 15-20 minute tour while offering insight into primate behavior and conservation. This person must be comfortable dealing with the general public and able to communicate in a personable way to large audiences. The guide is required to interact with individual guests as well, answering animal and nature related questions. Weekends are required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate catamarans safely through a lake within the zoo while giving tours of the primate-inhabited island system.
• Assist guests in safely boarding and de-boarding boats.
• Act as a source of information for guests in relation to cruise departure times, animals and zoo activities.
• Maintains cleanliness of dock, boats and zoo facilities.
• Enforces zoo rules and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 18 years old.
• Valid Driver's License
• Must be able to work as part of a team.
• Prior boat experience a plus.
• Must have the ability to work flexible hours, including weekdays, weekends, holidays and evenings.

SPECIAL INFORMATION

Naples Zoo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The ADA requires Naples Zoo to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with the Human Resources Office.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Naples Zoo is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive company culture, and our team does not discriminate against candidates and employees because of their disability, sex, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status under the law.