JOB REPORT / 39-7011 · 19 TASKS

Tour Guides and Escorts.

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Research various topics
Perform clerical duties
Select travel routes and sites to be visited based…

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This job has 19 core tasks. We went through 12 of them, one at a time.

Task by task, from the work Tour Guides and Escorts actually do. How we describe AI use in each task is our own read of it, not a measurement of whether AI can replace the job.

TASK 01
Research various topics, including site history, environmental conditions, and clients' skills and abilities to plan appropriate expeditions, instruction, and commentary.
AI DOES
Gathers historical facts, environmental info, and client background data to build research drafts fast
YOU DO
Meet clients in person and judge their true fitness, confidence, and readiness before the trip
TASK 02
Perform clerical duties, such as filing, typing, operating switchboards, or routing mail and messages.
AI DOES
Drafts messages, sorts and routes emails, transcribes typed content, and organizes digital files
YOU DO
Handle physical paperwork, operate on-site equipment, and make judgment calls about urgent messages
TASK 03
Select travel routes and sites to be visited based on knowledge of specific areas.
AI DOES
Suggests popular routes, flags must-see sites, and summarizes area info fast
YOU DO
Read the group's mood and local conditions to make the final call on the ground
TASK 04
Describe tour points of interest to group members, and respond to questions.
AI DOES
Drafts talking points, fun facts, and answers to common visitor questions
YOU DO
Read the crowd, adapt on the spot, and make the moment feel alive
TASK 05
Provide directions and other pertinent information to visitors.
AI DOES
Drafts FAQ answers, suggests clear directions, and translates info into other languages
YOU DO
Read the visitor's mood and surroundings in the moment
TASK 06
Train other guides and volunteers.
AI DOES
Drafts training guides, quizzes, scripts, and role-play scenarios for new guides
YOU DO
Show up in person, model real tour energy, and coach people through live practice
TASK 07SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Provide information about wildlife varieties and habitats, as well as any relevant regulations, such as those pertaining to hunting and fishing.
AI DOES
Pulls species data and regulation summaries instantly
YOU DO
Know your local conditions and exceptions
About this analysis
36% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
TASK 08
Distribute brochures, show audiovisual presentations, and explain establishment processes and operations at tour sites.
AI DOES
Drafts brochure content and scripts for audiovisual presentations
YOU DO
Show up in person, read the crowd, and bring the tour to life
TASK 09
Solicit tour patronage and sell souvenirs.
AI DOES
Drafts promotional scripts, social media posts, and pricing suggestions
YOU DO
Build real rapport and read the crowd in the moment
TASK 10
Monitor visitors' activities to ensure compliance with establishment or tour regulations and safety practices.
AI DOES
Flags unusual patterns on security cameras or helps draft safety rules and visitor briefings
YOU DO
Stay physically present and use judgment to handle real situations as they unfold
TASK 11
Conduct educational activities for school children.
AI DOES
Suggests age-appropriate talking points, fun facts, and activity ideas
YOU DO
Stay present, adapt to kids' energy, and keep everyone safe
TASK 12SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Speak foreign languages to communicate with foreign visitors.
AI DOES
Translates words and phrases in real time
YOU DO
Build rapport and read cultural cues
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9% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium

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Research various topics, including site history, environmental conditions, and clients' skills and abilities to plan appropriate expeditions, instruction, and commentary.

Perform clerical duties, such as filing, typing, operating switchboards, or routing mail and messages.

Select travel routes and sites to be visited based on knowledge of specific areas.

Describe tour points of interest to group members, and respond to questions.

Provide directions and other pertinent information to visitors.

Train other guides and volunteers.

Provide information about wildlife varieties and habitats, as well as any relevant regulations, such as those pertaining to hunting and fishing.

Distribute brochures, show audiovisual presentations, and explain establishment processes and operations at tour sites.

Solicit tour patronage and sell souvenirs.

Monitor visitors' activities to ensure compliance with establishment or tour regulations and safety practices.

Conduct educational activities for school children.

Speak foreign languages to communicate with foreign visitors.

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