In addition, successful applicants must: ?Be willing and available to be based in Gustavus, AK for two weeks at a time.?Have a friendly, approachable demeanor and possess good customer service skills.?Be comfortable with public speaking in front of large groups.?Be comfortable with guiding small groups of people on land and providing a safe and educational experience.?Be willing to learn more about Southeast Alaska’s native cultures and be willing to share this with visitors from all over the world (supplemental information on Native history is provided to all guides).?Knowledge of the Southeast Alaska’s Native language(s) is a plus, but is not required for this position.?Be punctual and able to follow a set schedule – many workdays begin in the early morning with pre-scheduled presentation times throughout the day.?Have the physical ability to transfer luggage and interpretive materials aboard cruise ships and tour vessels.?Possess the stamina to be able to work long hours when necessary.?Must be a team player – work closely with fellow Cultural Heritage Guides, Crewmates, Alaska Native Voices office staff, service staff, and ship crew members.?Understand technologies used for presentations and communication with support staff including email, web and word processing (some additional training provided).?Must be able to climb a ten-foot rope ladder in order to board a cruise ship.?Pass a random drug test. A successful applicant should either come with, or be energetic about learning essential knowledge of Southeast Alaska’s indigenous tribes history, traditions and traditional methods, geographic areas of significance in and around various locations throughout Southeast Alaska (past and present), and be able to relate native stories.