Historic Downtown Walking Tour Guide - History Jackson Hole

Volunteer Position Summary  

History Jackson Hole is a non-profit 501c3 organization that tells the stories of Jackson Hole that connect people to the history of this valley and region. We steward and share artifacts and ideas that foster curiosity and continual learning, forge connections, and inform our 21st century dialogue. HJH operates the Jackson Hole History Museum, hosts adult and youth educational programming, manages an extensive museum collection and research center, and engages in diverse community partnerships. For many years, we have offered historic downtown walking tours as part of our mission to share the history of Jackson Hole. We continue to offer these tours, but from our new Museum Campus in downtown Jackson. With this next chapter of our organization, HJH seeks additional guides to join our growing and dynamic team.  

Roles & Responsibilities  

Study the materials provided about the various historic buildings in the downtown area. No need to memorize entirely binders can be directly referenced during tours.  

Enthusiastically lead public historic downtown walking tours with group sizes of up to twelve participants on a weekly or biweekly basis.  

Be responsive to email communication about scheduling, with particular attention given to tour coverage as need arises with unexpected absences.  

Learn the history of the organization and be knowledgeable on museum exhibits and events to educate guests about the opportunities. 

Create a welcoming and curious environment for tourists and locals to engage with local history.  

Our Ideal Candidate 

Someone with a voice that projects so they can be heard easily in a busy setting like town square or with a large group like twelve participants.  

Someone who enjoys connecting with others with small talk and or deeper conversations.  

Someone with public speaking experience, background in history or teaching 

Someone passionate about Jackson Hole 

Schedule & Perks 

Beginning of June (typically Memorial Day weekend) to end of September. 

Weekly or biweekly tours that last about one hour.  

15% discount at the museum store.