Lindblad Expeditions is hiring a
Cultural Specialist

Summary

Join Lindblad Expeditions as the expert and specialist in culture for particular regions around the world. The cultural specialist will work with the rest of the field staff in the delivery of the itinerary on a daily basis, creating and presenting engaging presentations, recaps, and in-the-field interpretation.

Requirements

• In-depth cultural knowledge of destination
• Adaptable to diverse geographic regions
• Previous experience guiding or working in destination
• A team-player with excellent training skills and a proven educator
• Works well independently and is a self-starter
• Strong communicator with individuals and groups, even-tempered demeanor, and remains calm under pressure
• Must be able to handle multiple tasks at one time with keen attention to detail
• Bachelor’s degree or four years of work experience in related industry

Responsibilities

• Leading engaging walks and offering relevant field interpretation throughout the voyage
• Participating in evening recaps to highlight guests’ daily experiences
• Preparing several PowerPoint (or similar) presentations of 30-40 minutes in length, highlighting particular and relevant themes of the voyage
• Writing the Daily Expedition Report one or more times during the voyage, to encapsulate the guests’ daily experiences
• Responding to requests in a timely manner and being highly visible to guests throughout the voyage
• On more culturally-focused itineraries, accompanying guests ashore with local guides, and acting as the representative of Lindblad Expeditions. Monitoring quality control of these excursions
• Possessing general comfort with public speaking
• Possessing excellent problem solving skills, the ability to make sound decisions quickly, and exercising good judgment
• Mitigating guest complaints as best as possible and bringing them to the attention of the expedition leader, as needed
• Consistently representing Lindblad Expeditions with integrity and professionalism
• Eating meals with guests and making an effort to dine with a variety of people over the course of each voyage
• Promotion/Sales: The cultural specialist must be familiar with the company philosophy and various programs offered by Lindblad Expeditions. Should be able to address and field questions from guests regarding the various programs offered
• Conservation/Sustainability: Should become familiar with Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic’s conservation and sustainability programs and be able to discuss the particular efforts in any itinerary where scheduled
• Zodiac Operations: Should be prepared to assist with many aspects of Zodiac operations for shore excursions. Familiarity with Zodiacs and ability to drive a strong preference, but not a requirement. If a US-citizen, a USCG license to drive Zodiacs is preferred
• Safety: Should be prepared to participate in on-board safety training, meetings and drills, including abandon ship and fire drills. Will also participate in shore-based training as required by the Company. Must be very familiar with the Field Staff Handbook

Benefits

• $312 - $312 a day
• Travel Expenses Paid