Tour Guide (part time) VAS - Lemont - IL - US-Region III (Mid-West)

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Tour Guide (part time)

Job Category: Administrative
Posted on: 04/14/2025 by Value Added Solutions, Inc.
Job reference #: AD-004.14

Location
Lemont, IL US-Region III (Mid-West)
Zip/Postal Code: 60439

Compensation

Unspecified Wage
Unspecified Per Diem

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Duration

Long Term

Expiration Date 07/13/2025

Job description
JOB DESCRIPTION *Tour Guide*

Value Added Solutions (VAS) is searching for four (4) part-time Tour Guides for our client the Argonne National Laboratory (ANL). These positions generally work 10-20 hours a week, there is no expectation for full-time work. This is an excellent opportunity for a lifelong science communicator who wants to be involved with the cutting edge research and development within the USA.

Scope: Execute the tour function at Argonne National Laboratory.

Deliverables:

1. Conduct tours of Argonne facilities including describing facilities, answering questions, and providing directions. Ensure that all guests conform to applicable safety and site security requirements during the tour. Problem-solve to address emerging issues such as unexpected facility closures, severe weather incidents, or guest medical issues.

2. Contribute to development of tour content.

3. Train new tour guides through direct education and shadowing.

Time: Ad hoc. Tours typically last from 2-3 hours.

Wage Rate: $34.15 per hour.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education/Experience Requirements:

Bachelorâ€™s degree in a scientific, engineering, or education major

The primary skills required to complete this work are:

* Exceptional communication and people skills, and time management skills.

* Ability to translate complex scientific and technical concepts into terms understandable by students and the public.

* Extensive knowledge of Argonneâ€™s facilities frequented by tour groups, which may be gained by training.

Special Considerations:

* Must successfully complete all facility-specific training and safety courses before leading any tours and remain current with ongoing training requirements.

* Irregular and on-call work shift times, which may include weekends.

* Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods.

For persons with disabilities: If you require assistance completing, or are unable to complete the online resume/application process, please contact:

VAS Human Resources @ 803-644-0070
Mon. - Fri. 9am - 4pm

237 High Gate Loop
Aiken, SC 29803

Value Added Solutions, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports a drug-free work environment.

Other requirements

Degree
Bachelors

Experience
5+ years

Security Clearance
Unspecified

Qualifications
Unspecified

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