Capitol Tour Guide

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Hiring Agency:

Administrative Services - Agency 65

Location:

Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate:

$15.010

Job Posting:

JR2026-00023337 Capitol Tour Guide (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):

03-03-2026

Job Description:

RARE OPPORTUNITY! Come work for the Office of the Capitol Commission for the State of Nebraska! Join a team that is responsible for educating and engaging those that come to admire and learn about our beautiful and historic State Capitol Building! Our team is seeking someone who enjoys speaking with people, has a passion for history and culture, and loves to share that with others to join us as a Capitol Tour Guide.

Look at what we have to offer!
• 13 paid holidays
• Vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately
• Military leave
• 156% (that's not a typo!) state-matched retirement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• 79% employer paid health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
• Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
• Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
• Training and Development based on your career aspirations
• Fun, inviting teammates
• A safe and secure environment
At the State, we stand by our core values of treating others with dignity and respect, acting ethically in all situations, and creating an environment where our customer is our top priority. Apply to join our team today!

 

Job Duties: The Tour Guides at the Nebraska State Capitol interact with visitors from Nebraska, other states and countries. Guides provide information about the history and government of Nebraska; the history, art and architecture of the Capitol, and provide information about tourist attractions in Nebraska. Capitol tour guides provide tours for school students of various grades incorporating curriculum standards. Tour guides staff the information desk to help visitors find their way in the Capitol. Tour guides staff the office answering the phone to schedule tours and provide information about state government, maintain the tour calendar, and handle tour correspondence. 

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Experience in public contact OR coursework/training or experience in history, art history, recreation, event planning, or areas related to Nebraska history, geography, or culture.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience with students of all ages as an authority figures. Knowledge of art and architecture. Experience in theater or public performance.

Work Schedule: 40 hours Monday through Friday one week and 40 hours the other week to include the weekend with adjusted weekday schedule

Other: Regular and Reliable attendance is required.

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

Knowledge of basic computer skills, word, excel, email. Public speaking skills, the ability to communicate with various age groups in a speaking voice that can be heard by all members of the group. Knowledge of Nebraska, Nebraska history and government.

 

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Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.