The Riverlorian is responsible for creating and delivering a variety of presentations in an easily digestible and entertaining manner to all guests onboard. This position must establish relationships with guests and at all times, help the entertainment team foster a relaxing and informational atmosphere.
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Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Creating and delivering informative, entertaining presentations on a variety of topics, including history, natural history, and riverboating in general
Continually expanding your body of knowledge about the region
Making daily announcements about the river and the course we are on
Performing on-deck narration describing the area through which we are cruising
Introducing any special guest lecturers
Upkeep of all library materials and resources kept onboard
Hosting any onboard activities scheduled by the Cruise Director
Participating in greeting and welcoming of our guests in onboard embarkation.
Cleanliness and up keep of all entertainment areas.
Adhering to any changes or additions to this list or any cruise layout.
Participating in weekly fire and abandon ship drills.
Participate and ensure participation of all USCG mandated drills and emergency procedures as directed
Actively participates in embarking duties such as loading, unloading, luggage carrying, etc., as needed
Performs other duties if required since above stated describe only a regular working day and may not be inclusive of every task needed to achieve results
Requirements & Qualifications
Education:
HS Diploma or Equivalent Required
Bachelor’s Degree in History, Communication or a similar field preferred
Professional Certification(s) or License:
Valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) – if applicable, and/or ability to obtain and maintain
Copy of DD214, if Veteran status
Valid Driver's License
Skills & Abilities:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to interact with individuals at all levels in a pleasant and professional manner
Logically and independently plan, organize and complete work assignments
Must maintain a neat, clean and professional appearance
Experience:
Two years of experience in a position with similar duties and responsibilities
Cruise industry experience preferred
Physical:
Must submit to and pass mandated USCG physical
Ability to meet and maintain the maximum onboard bunk bed capacity of 300 lbs.
Ability to conduct work in a marine environment that is subject to some/all the following: confined spaces, uneven surfaces, variations in temperature, wake, and motion
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
Ability to climb stairs and ladders
Other:
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Submit to and pass alcohol and drug tests as mandated by the USCG including but not limited to pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion and post-accident/incident testing.
*Additional requirements may be required depending on the physical needs of the role
Our Values - RESPECT:
At City Experiences and American Queen Voyages, our mission is to create amazing experiences – not only for our guests, but our employees. Our company values (RESPECT) allow us to live out our mission of creating amazing experiences.
RESPECT stands for: Respect, Environment, Safety First, Professionalism, Exceed, Communication and Teamwork.
EEO - Equal Opportunity Employment
American Queen Voyages is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and or/harassment of any type, including but not limited to discrimination and or harassment based upon race, religion, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy or relation medical conditions, childbirth, breastfeeding, parental status, veteran and/or military statue, disability (physical or mental) medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, political affiliation, domestic violence survivor status, marital status, or other characteristics prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Additionally, the Company participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations.
