York County, Virginia
Yorktown Ambassador – York County, Virginia
Provides consistent oversight of the Yorktown Waterfront area and quality customer service to visitors and residents. Assists with questions and concerns, supplies marketing materials, brochures, maps, directions, and information on the free trolley service. Anticipates visitor needs, responds quickly and professionally to requests or inquiries.
Provides basic administrative services at the Yorktown Welcome Center including answering phones, responding to emails, collecting visitor data, restocking marketing materials, monitoring and conveying office supply levels and needs. Conducts routine inspections to ensure cleanliness and maintenance of the welcome center and facilities; reports custodial and maintenance issues to appropriate staff. Interacts with Historic Yorktown businesses to gather feedback and communicates those needs to the relevant county departments or divisions. May assist with the set‑up and takedown of various events as needed. Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include weekdays, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Responsibilities
Oversight of Yorktown Waterfront area
Customer service to visitors and residents
Administrative support at Yorktown Welcome Center
Routine inspections and reporting of maintenance issues
Collect feedback from Historic Yorktown businesses and communicate needs
Assist in event set‑up and takedown as required
Provide flexible scheduling support for year‑round events
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent with some public assistance experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience
Knowledge of colonial history and events desired
Ability to provide quality customer service and exercise tact and courtesy with local businesses, vendors, contractors, and the public
Knowledge of historic Yorktown street names and building locations; ability to provide directions to major points of interest
Minimum age 18 years
Valid driver’s license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia with satisfactory driving record
Acceptable criminal background check
Physical Demands Work performed mostly outdoors and under varying weather conditions. Must operate a utility vehicle, stand for long periods, walk between work areas. May lift up to 50 lbs. and carry equipment.
Benefits There are no benefits associated with this position.
Compensation & Details
Salary: $14.00 – $17.00 hourly
Location: Yorktown, VA
Job Type: Work‑as‑Required
Job Number: YA(W)(ETD)-2022
Department: Office of Economic Development
Division: ETD - Tourism Events
Opening Date: 08/29/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
Contact Employer: York County Address: 224 Ballard Street, P.O. Box 532, Yorktown, Virginia, 23690 Phone: 757-890-3687 Website: http://www.yorkcounty.gov/humanresources
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Provides basic administrative services at the Yorktown Welcome Center including answering phones, responding to emails, collecting visitor data, restocking marketing materials, monitoring and conveying office supply levels and needs. Conducts routine inspections to ensure cleanliness and maintenance of the welcome center and facilities; reports custodial and maintenance issues to appropriate staff. Interacts with Historic Yorktown businesses to gather feedback and communicates those needs to the relevant county departments or divisions. May assist with the set‑up and takedown of various events as needed. Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include weekdays, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Responsibilities
Oversight of Yorktown Waterfront area
Customer service to visitors and residents
Administrative support at Yorktown Welcome Center
Routine inspections and reporting of maintenance issues
Collect feedback from Historic Yorktown businesses and communicate needs
Assist in event set‑up and takedown as required
Provide flexible scheduling support for year‑round events
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent with some public assistance experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience
Knowledge of colonial history and events desired
Ability to provide quality customer service and exercise tact and courtesy with local businesses, vendors, contractors, and the public
Knowledge of historic Yorktown street names and building locations; ability to provide directions to major points of interest
Minimum age 18 years
Valid driver’s license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia with satisfactory driving record
Acceptable criminal background check
Physical Demands Work performed mostly outdoors and under varying weather conditions. Must operate a utility vehicle, stand for long periods, walk between work areas. May lift up to 50 lbs. and carry equipment.
Benefits There are no benefits associated with this position.
Compensation & Details
Salary: $14.00 – $17.00 hourly
Location: Yorktown, VA
Job Type: Work‑as‑Required
Job Number: YA(W)(ETD)-2022
Department: Office of Economic Development
Division: ETD - Tourism Events
Opening Date: 08/29/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
Contact Employer: York County Address: 224 Ballard Street, P.O. Box 532, Yorktown, Virginia, 23690 Phone: 757-890-3687 Website: http://www.yorkcounty.gov/humanresources
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