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NOVA Parks

Visitor Center Attendant

Ashburn, VA

The Visitor Center Attendant is responsible for assisting with the operation and/or maintenance of a visitor center and park. Pay Rate: $13.75 per hour Major Duties/Specific Tasks * Assists with ...

State of Virginia

Visitor Center Assistant

Staunton, VA · On-site

$15/hr

Visitor Center Assistant Apply now Job no: 5104690 Work type: Wage (Hourly) Location: Staunton, Virginia Categories: Educational and Media Services Title: Visitor Center Assistant State Role Title ...

NOVA Parks

Visitor Center Attendant

Ashburn, VA

$13.75/hr

The Visitor Center Attendant is responsible for assisting with the operation and/or maintenance of a visitor center and park. Pay Rate: $13.75 per hour Major Duties/Specific Tasks * Assists with ...

Hilmar Cheese Company, Inc.

Visitor Center Staff

Hilmar, CA · On-site

$15.25 - $17.75/hr

A Typical Day The Visitor Center Staff is responsible for greeting customers and provide excellent service. Conduct the hands-on daily visitor center retail, café and catering operations. Work as a ...

Hilmar Cheese Company

Visitor Center Staff

Hilmar, CA · On-site

$15.25 - $17.75/hr

A Typical Day The Visitor Center Staff is responsible for greeting customers and provide excellent service. Conduct the hands-on daily visitor center retail, cafe and catering operations. Work as a ...

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How much do visitor center jobs pay per hour?

As of May 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for visitor center in the United States is $24.45, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $31.49 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Visitor Center job?

A Visitor Center job involves assisting guests by providing information, directions, and resources about a location, such as a park, museum, or city. Employees answer questions, distribute maps and brochures, and may handle ticketing or retail sales. They ensure visitors have a positive experience by offering recommendations and addressing concerns. Some roles also include maintaining exhibits or coordinating events. Strong communication and customer service skills are essential for this position.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Visitor Center position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Visitor Center Representative, you need excellent customer service skills, informational knowledge about the site or area, and typically a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with reservation systems, visitor management software, and sometimes additional language skills are often beneficial. Strong communication, problem-solving abilities, and a friendly, approachable demeanor help you create positive visitor experiences. These skills are crucial for effectively assisting guests, promoting local attractions, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.

What does a typical day look like for someone working in a Visitor Center?

A typical day in a Visitor Center involves greeting guests, providing information about local attractions or points of interest, answering questions, and sometimes handling reservations or ticketing. You may prepare informational materials, coordinate special events, or respond to guest feedback and concerns. Collaboration with other staff members, local businesses, and community organizations is also common. This dynamic environment offers the opportunity to meet people from diverse backgrounds and to share your enthusiasm for the region or site you represent.
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Infographic showing various Visitor Center job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 77% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $50,850 per year, or $24.4 per hour.

Visitor Center Supervisor - Reading Terminal Market Visitor Center

Philadelphia Visitor Center Corporation

Philadelphia, PA • On-site

Temporary

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

Position:                      Six month Temporary Position – 35-40 hours per week
Education:                   High school degree required; College degree preferred
Experience:                 5 years
Compensation:            $20/hr
Reports to:                  Senior Director of Visitor Services
Background:
The Reading Terminal Market Visitor Center will open in June 2026 to serve visitors at one of Philadelphia’s busiest downtown tourism hubs.
Description:    
The Reading Terminal Market Visitor Center (Supervisor) is responsible for being part of the team launching a new location and setting the tone for enthusiastic Philadelphia spirit and a proactive, partner oriented approach to daily operations. The Supervisor will lead a team of Visitor Experience Associates and volunteers to welcome visitors, convention goers, and local shoppers to Reading Terminal Market – one of Philly’s most iconic experiences. The supervisor will work closely with the Visitor Services management team to engage Terminal vendors and local attractions, schedule part time VEAs and volunteers, and implement activations to engage visitors and promote PA and Philadelphia tourism to market goers.  
The Reading Terminal Market Supervisor will support the Visitor Center by serving as the site supervisor and lead concierge on duty, responsible for ticket and merchandise sales and connecting visitors with area attractions and experiences. The Supervisor will update informational brochures, retail inventory, and complete daily opening and closing procedures. The Supervisor will support the PVCC Visitor Services team’s public outreach program, including partner outreach, event staffing, and off-site activations as required.
Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. This position requires evening, weekend and holiday availability. Schedule will vary based on seasonal, operational and programmatic needs.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Retail Operations:
  • Supervise part time staff and volunteers working at the Reading Terminal Market Visitor Center.
  • Provide high level of customer service and knowledge of Philadelphia history, and contemporary attractions;
  • Carry out concierge duties, with a priority focus on the Reading Terminal Market Visitor Center.
  • Facilitates duties for incoming retail inventory; ensuring updated counts, barcode labeling, and stocking locations (store fronts and storage).
  • Maintain inventory levels and re-merchandise daily to maximize sales and celebrate local vendors.  Work collaboratively with Retail Manager to provide consistent communication and support in managing retail operations, including product trends, inventory levels, and anticipated needs.
  • Work collaboratively with RTM leadership and Market vendors to provide visitors relevant, engaging, and up to date information about sales, special offers, and market operations.  
  • Ensure retail displays are presented according to planograms (POGs) and Retail Manager’s approved merchandising strategy.
  • Support and maintain retail databases (Shopify, other).
Visitor Services:
  • Provide friendly, informed, visitor services as lead staff member at the new Reading Terminal Market Visitor Center.  
  • Ensure the Reading Terminal Market Visitor Center is well stocked with relevant maps, brochures, and information about area attractions.
  • Operate as a key “power user” for point-of-sale (POS) systems of all locations
  • Train, coach, and supervise new and current Visitor Experience Associates (VEAs) and volunteers assigned to the Reading Terminal Market Visitor Center
  • Create and maintain the staff and volunteer schedule for the Reading Terminal Market Visitor Center with support from the Senior Director of Visitor Services.
  • Serve as supervisor for Reading Terminal Market Visitor Center VEAs; receiving staff call outs, approving staff time sheets, and reporting disciplinary to receive staff call outs,
  • Develop and maintain operational understanding of all PVCC locations to ensure adequate knowledge and support.
  • Provide feedback to Visitor Services management staff on employee concerns, operation needs and other areas in need.
  • Provide cash management (cash drawers, closing duties, bank deposits) as warranted. Support pop-up visitor centers, events and new programs.
Technical Skills
  • Knowledge of the Philadelphia area, and its food vendors, cultural attractions, and hospitality industry.
  • Hospitality experience
  • Computer literate with working knowledge of MS Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Familiarity with POS (point-of-sale) systems.
  • Retail experience (including receiving and processing inventory, stocking)
  • Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills
  • Experience with cash handling
  • Experience in hospitality or other fast-paced, customer-facing environments.
  • Valid Driver’s License with Real ID required
  • Able to lift 45 lbs.

 

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