Museum Tour Guide Thursday Brisbane

What's involved?

Offer an inviting welcome to visitors to the Museum

Engage and lead individuals or groups through the Museum and respond to questions that are raised

Be comfortable speaking to small and large groups

Use your history knowledge to provide information and facts on the museum

Ability to work with reception staff and liaise with the Manager

Actively look for ways to help visitors engage and enjoy their experience

Continually be aware and keep informed about changes to Exhibits.

About us

Founded in , The Royal Historical Society of Queensland is dedicated to promoting Queensland's history for the benefit of our members, affiliated societies and the broader community.

Your first few months as a volunteer can be considered a trial to determine whether the activities you undertake are mutually beneficial, both to you as the volunteer and to the organization. On-the-job training is provided for all museum guide volunteers.

For workplace health and safety compliance, volunteers are required to sign on at the beginning of each shift and sign off upon completion of shift. The sign‐on sheet is displayed in the Commissariat Store kitchen. If a volunteer is unable to attend a shift, the Manager should be notified as soon as possible.

Volunteers are entitled to lunch breaks and to enjoy refreshments for morning and afternoon tea. At the Commissariat Store, volunteers are welcome to use the kitchen where tea, coffee and biscuits are provided. A refrigerator is available for volunteers wishing to store their lunches.

Requirements

Must have, or be eligible to apply for a Blue Card

Available for Thursdays, 10am to 4pm.

A friendly and outgoing attitude

Confidence to lead groups of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities through the Museum

Valuable verbal communication skills to deal politely and effectively with people from diverse backgrounds

Be interested in and willing to learn about Queensland History and the museum artefacts and changing exhibits

Be physically able to lead visitors through the Museum.

Category

Museums & Heritage

Commitment

Regular
- more than 6 months

Type Of Work

Education & Training, Tour Guides, Information & Heritage

Time Required

We are seeking guides who can commit to Thursday 10am to 4pm.

Training

Training provided

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