Tourism Counselor

The Virginia Tourism Corporation is seeking a Tourism Counselor for its Virginia Welcome Center in Fredericksburg. The position requires a minimum of five days per month, including holidays and weekends, to provide travel information and assistance to the traveling public, stock brochure racks, support the welcome center manager with daily operations, and perform general office duties.

Responsibilities

• Provide travel information and assistance to visitors.
• Stock brochure racks and maintain informational materials.
• Assist the welcome center manager with daily operations.
• Perform general office duties as needed.

Skills

• Ability to work independently in a high‑volume customer service environment.
• Capable of lifting up to 40 pounds and extensive walking and standing.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to interact with the public.
• Basic math and computer skills.

Requirements

• Availability to work holidays and weekends.
• Knowledge of Virginia’s travel products, roads, and highway systems (preferred).
• Travel industry experience (preferred).

Pay

Hourly wage: $15.00 – $16.00.

Schedule

Minimum of five days per month, including holidays and weekends. The welcome center operates seven days a week, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm.

Application deadline: October 9, 2026. All candidates must apply through the VTC website: https://www.vatc.org/about/employment/.