Tourism Counselor at Virginia Economic Devel Partnership – Richmond, Virginia

The Virginia Tourism Corporation is seeking a Tourism Counselor for its Virginia Welcome Center at Main who is willing to work a minimum of 5 days per month to include holidays and weekends. The center is open 7 days per week from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. This individual will provide travel information and assistance to the traveling public, stock brochure racks, assist the welcome center manager with daily operations and perform general office duties.

Skills:

Ability to work independently in a heavy volume customer service environment

Ability to lift up to 40 pounds, including extensive walking and standing

Excellent customer service skills

Ability to interact with the public

Basic math and computer skills

Requirements:

Holiday and weekend work is required

Knowledge of Virginia’s travel product, roads and highway systems preferred

Travel industry experience preferred

All candidates must apply through our website https://www.vatc.org/about/employment/. Salary Minimum: $15.00/hour. Application deadline: April 10, 2026.

VTC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or against otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities. It is VTC’s intent that its employment and personnel policies and practices conform to all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Applicants requiring more information or requiring assistance may contact VTC Human Resources at 1-804-545-5634 or vtchr@VEDP.org. TDD 1-800-828-1120.