Luxembourg American Cemetery Company The American Battle Monuments Commission, established by Congress in 1923, is an agency of the executive branch of the American federal government. It is the guardian of America’s overseas commemorative cemeteries and memorials and honors the service, achievements and sacrifice of U.S. Armed Forces. 

We are looking for an interpretive guide for a 6 months fixed-term contract at our Luxembourg American Cemetery.

Responsibilities Duties include: 

- greeting visitors, answering questions, providing information on the cemetery and on cemetery tours 

- conducting cemetery tours for individuals and for groups

- presenting thematic programs based upon the established interpretive themes of the cemetery 

- providing roving interpretation for visitors within the cemetery grounds 

- participates under the direction of supervisors in the development of a wide range of interpretive publications 

- maintaining productive relationships with area museums, local tour groups, veteran groups, local citizens and all others who bring groups into the cemetery 

- Assisting with ceremonial functions such as wreath laying, flower placement, and raising and lowering the flag 

Requirements 

High school, BAC or equivalent 

Two years of general work experience dealing with the public 

Fluent in French and English. 

Luxembourgish and/or German strongly desired.

Proficient in the use of personal computers (word processing, email, spreadsheet, desktop publishing, presentation); knowledge and experience with the Microsoft Office Suite preferred.

Location and schedule 

Luxembourg American Cemetery, 

50 Val du Scheid, 

2517 Luxembourg 

Full time, 40 hours/week, Fixed-term contract from July 1st to December 31st. 

Working some weekends and public holidays. 

The cemetery is open from 9am till 5pm from Monday till Sunday. 

Each month a work schedule is set up in agreement between employee and management. Overtime might be requested. 

Benefits € 24.29 - € 26.14 per hour, depending on qualifications and experiences. Gross Annual salary: 50,523 € - 54,361 € depending on qualifications and experiences. 13th month bonus.