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Cruise & Excursions Director

Providence, RI, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $55,700.00 - $108,900.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) retirement plan
competitive daily rate
Covered travel expenses
Covered room and board

Job Description

American Cruise Lines is the largest US-flagged cruise line in the United States, operating a fleet of small vessels with no more than 200 passengers each. The company specializes in cruising exclusively within the US, offering unique and intimate travel experiences that allow guests to explore the diverse and picturesque regions of the country. With a commitment to patriotism, optimism, merit, and customer satisfaction, American Cruise Lines strives to share America’s story across the nation aboard its finest fleet of American ships. The company is expanding its fleet with newly constructed vessels, presenting a promising opportunity for professionals to join... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Ability to live and work on board a vessel for extended periods of time
  • ability to work around 12 hours per day
  • ability to stand for entire shift
  • ability to frequently lift up to 20 lbs and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
  • ability to frequently bend, squat and reach
  • ability to work outside during inclement weather maintaining balance over wet terrain
  • ability to work outside with frequent and direct sun and heat exposure
  • ability to use stairs frequently
  • ability to assist in the event of an on-board emergency by quickly climbing a ladder and passing through a 20 inch diameter hatch
  • ability to live and satisfactorily perform job duties in an environment subject to constant ship motion

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in hospitality, tourism, or event management is preferred
  • proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications
  • enthusiasm, confidence, and a can-do attitude
  • strong public speaking skills
  • strong social skills
  • strong critical thinking skills
  • strong sense of production and presentation
  • basic knowledge of audio/visual equipment required
  • excellent time management and attention to detail
  • strong knowledge of U.S. geography preferred
  • Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
  • ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation

Job Duties

  • Schedule and execute engaging entertainment, enrichment and activity programs that enhance and elevate the guest experience
  • create the Ship to Shore communication
  • effectively communicate to guests via the shipboard daily program, stage, public address system and one-on-one interaction and socialization
  • be extraordinarily well-versed in the cruising region, ports of call and excursions offered
  • confirm and adjust, as necessary, all shore excursions, explorations, adventures and transfers
  • greet guests as they depart for and return from shore excursions
  • accompany guests on daily excursions as a company representative and brand ambassador
  • coordinate, communicate and confirm all logistics with vendors, coach companies, guides, ground operators and entertainers to ensure timely and smooth service
  • accommodate guest requests, including highly personalized ones such as kayaking, golf tee times, and private transportation arrangements
  • socialize with guests at every opportunity including, but not limited to, mealtimes and cocktail hour
  • make daily midday announcement/update
  • make every effort to make all PA announcements as the “voice” of the cruise
  • present a detailed Officer’s Introduction and Excursions Briefing to guests at the beginning of every cruise
  • assist in the delivery of the Safety Briefing with the Captain
  • ensure lounges are prepared for activities, events, presentations and shows (lounge configuration, stage set-up, background music, A/V requirements, etc.)
  • meet and greet step-on entertainers when they join the ship
  • conduct sound check and inspect stage set-up
  • oversee excursion inventory and invoicing system
  • be fully responsible and accountable for system hardware
  • manage launch boat operations with the Mate
  • purchase morning newspapers in port each day
  • oversee, manage inventory and display port information collateral for guests
  • coordinate with local CVBs to obtain and refresh maps, brochures and other port/region-specific materials of interest to guests
  • ensure that approved background music is playing in lounges before and after each activity, presentation and show
  • create and update bulletin board daily
  • coordinate weekly office inventory
  • prepare folders and materials for turnaround day
  • inform crew members of daily excursion offerings
  • monitor and evaluate performance of vendors, coach companies, guides, ground operators, motor coaches, entertainers and guest speakers, providing immediate course corrections when necessary
  • oversee company representation at pre-cruise hotels on turnaround day (when applicable)
  • meet with Guest Speakers, Guest Instructors and Resident Entertainers at the start of every cruise to review scheduling
  • promote on board sales and brand loyalty program
  • communicate and report regularly to the Home Office as to the status of the cruise, excursion counts, guest issues and recovery, entertainment, enrichment and activities
  • perform other reasonable duties as assigned by the Hotel General Manager
  • perform bartending duties as needed with other management personnel

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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