Cave Educator / Tour Guide

Cave Educator / Tour Guide

Location: Cave of the Mounds – National Natural Landmark

Job Summary:
The main job of Cave Educators is to be stewards of the cave: protecting it, maintaining it, and teaching its wealth of information to our guests. We provide tours to schools, tourist groups, and the general public. 

No prior knowledge of geology is required. All training is provided.

Job Responsibilities include: 

• Presenting the cave, its science, and its history to the public in the form of either traditionally guided or museum-style tours 

• Working above ground in the gift shop to facilitate the sale of goods and services

• General cleaning and maintenance of the gift shop buildings and cave

• Providing exceptional service to guests across the property at all times 

Requirements for This Position include:

• Ability to be on your feet for extended periods of time 

• Good level of comfort when public speaking or serving guests

• Ability to ascend and descend several sets of stairs over the course of an hour

• Work a minimum of 2-3 days a week

• Work a minimum of 4 hours per day

• Ability to lift 30lbs 

• At least 16 years of age

• Ability to pass a standard background check

Why Work at Cave of the Mounds?

• Gain unique skills in education, public engagement, and tourism.

• Enjoy an exclusive reciprocity membership for tourist destinations across Wisconsin.

• Receive employee discounts in our shops.

• Benefit from flexible scheduling.

• Work in a cool, 50°F cave year-round!

Come join our team and help us share the wonder of Cave of the Mounds with visitors from around the world!