St. Johnsbury Welcome Center Weekend Staff

at Discover St. Johnsbury in St. Johnsbury, Vermont, United States

Job Description

Discover St. Johnsbury is seeking candidates for the position of St. Johnsbury Welcome Center Weekend Staff. This position provides a welcoming and safe atmosphere for visitors and community members using the St. Johnsbury Welcome Center on weekends.

Time commitment: In the winter and early spring the position is on Saturdays only from 10am - 3pm. During the busy tourism season between Memorial Day in May and Indigenous People’s Day in October, the position increases to include both Saturdays and Sundays, 10am - 3pm, excluding select holidays. Additional hours are possible on an occasional basis to substitute for week-day Welcome Center staff, or during busy event weekends. Occasional week-day meetings will be requested to provide orientation and updates in concert with other Welcome Center staff.

Compensation: This position is hourly (non-exempt) at $15.00 per hour. Academic credit can be arranged with a degree-granting organization.

Tasks include:
● Open and close the Welcome Center on Saturdays, plus Sundays in the summer & fall.
● Welcome visitors to St. Johnsbury and provide tourism information.
● Maintain Welcome Center displays and brochure inventory.
● Track visitor information by maintaining a log book.
● Process occasional sales of merchandise.
● Maintain a safe and supportive environment for visitors and community members.
● Monitor supply needs and cleanliness of the Welcome Center.

Qualifications: The ideal candidate will be friendly, outgoing, trustworthy, and able to work independently. Being knowledgeable and enthusiastic about St. Johnsbury and the Northeast Kingdom is particularly desirable. Previous customer service experience is a plus but not required. Minimum qualifications include:
● High school diploma or equivalent.
● Basic computer skills, including the ability to search online to find information, and understanding of word processing applications.

Apply: Applicants should send a resume and brief letter or email with a description of your qualifications to director@discoverstjohnsbury.com, or drop off materials at the St. Johnsbury Welcome Center, 51 Depot Square, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819. The position is open until filled.

Discover St. Johnsbury is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to non-discrimination in our hiring practices. Diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.