Expedition Guide for Antarctica Season (M/F) - Seagoing

The Expedition Guide is a team role onboard Atlas Ocean Voyages’ expedition vessels and a key member in the delivery of Atlas Ocean Voyages Expedition & Enrichement Program.

Expedition Guides are part of a cohesive Expedition team whose goal is to inspire guests and help them understand and have an appreciation for what they are experiencing during their cruise. Guides are supervised by the Expedition Leader. Their primary responsibilities include guiding and interpretation as well as onboard presentations and narration. They interpret topics ranging from geology, geography, glaciology, marine biology, natural history and cultural history, geopolitics, current issues in local destinations, and local flora and fauna. Expedition Guides lead groups of guests on hikes ranging from shore walks to route finding, bushwhacking, and more technical hiking, as well as camping trips on a daily basis.

Expedition Guides take ownership of delivering an unforgettable vacation experience to guests through sharing their passion and knowledge, guiding excursions, and exemplary customer service, with an emphasis on safety. The Expedition Guide will be part of a world class team of exeptional expedition staff members.

·       Lead walks, hikes or drive zodiacs in remote polar wilderness settings with few or no defined trails, utilizing safety standards and route finding skills as per instructed by the Assistant Expedition Leader

·       Work within a cohesive and cooperative team led by the Expedition Leader, with heavy emphasis on communication and teamwork

·       Confidently and competently lead groups of up to 20 guests in the field and on the water, and create an enjoyable experience for guests even when an excursion does not go as planned. Heavy emphasis on customer service, dynamic thinking and safety

·       Provide in the field, hands-on interpretation, and thematic, formal onboard presentations that are integrated into a week-long interpretive program, and wildlife narration utilizing interactive tools such as maps, charts, guidebooks, power point, microscopes and spotting scopes to involve the guests and enhance the guest experience

·       Cultivate the guest experience by focusing on the observation of the surrounding geology, flora and fauna by encouraging passengers to spend as much time on deck exploring and experiencing the natural surroundings that may go unnoticed

·       Develop and deliver educational presentations covering environmental science, history, or other relevant topics to the itinerary as assigned by the EL

·       Socialize and be visible in guest areas as often as possible

·       When assigned, write a short blurb reflecting the day’s experiences for marketing or other purposes

·       Assist with embarkation and disembarkation duties as necessary

·       Maintain the cleanliness, order and function of all Expedition tools, including kayaks, paddleboards, camping equipment, electronics and guest’s gear like rubber boots

·       Assist in any other general duties assigned by the Expedition Admin Team

·       Be a role model by leading by example as well as maintain a professional demeanor and appearance amongst crew and guests at all times, while living in a close community setting