Volunteering Opportunities:
There is no better way to meet all kinds of people from every walk
of life. Volunteering at the Visitors Bureau will give you the opportunity
to interact with leisure travelers, conventioneers and locals alike; each
who need your help to enjoy and explore the area.
Ambassador
As an ambassador, you will be making the first impression when a visitor
arrives at our Welcome Center. If you are a “people person”,
we can use your friendly smile and welcoming voice to assist visitors
with travel inquiries or to suggest local products and services that match
their interests. We might ask you to greet guests in the Welcome Center
in our lobby, man convention hospitality tables, conduct surveys or act
as “on the road” ambassadors.
Office Helpers
As an office helper, you will perform a variety of tasks. These include
helping with the fulfillment of mailings, brochure handling, data entry,
welcome bag stuffing and the delivery of welcome signs to local businesses.
Qualifications
Both positions require people with a friendly and courteous manner and
a professional appearance. To be an Ambassador, you should be generally
familiar with the area and be willing to learn to give directions and
other detailed information about attractions, hotels, dining and events.
You must be fluent in English. A second language will be an asset.
Students Very Welcome
We believe that the best educational experience is gained through the
practical application of your skills. Volunteering offers the opportunity
to explore career options, make valuable connections, build resumes, gain
new skills and meet people. You will also be contributing to a non-profit
organization that helps to create and maintain jobs in your community.
Students aged 14 and older are encouraged to apply (with parental permission).
Training
We ask that you complete an application and an interview with the Director
of Customer Relations & Events. The purpose of the interview is for
us to be able to match your interests and talents with our available volunteer
positions.
Initial training will consist of one 2- hour session followed by a 1-hour
familiarization tour. Ongoing training sessions will be scheduled as necessary.
Once you have completed a training session we ask that you work a minimum
of 4-hours a month to remain active in the program. Seasonal applicants
may request a leave of absence and resume their position, if available,
upon returning to the area.
Identification Badges and Dress Code
You will be asked to wear an identification badge whenever you are representing
the Lake Placid/Essex County Visitors Bureau. These badges should not
be worn at any other time. Dressing in a professional manner is expected.
Benefits of Volunteering
- Contribute to the travel industry in Lake Placid and Essex County
- Promote and share the wonders of our beautiful area
- Experience and contribute to a supportive, fun, professional work
environment
- Develop new friendships
- Meet people from all over the world
- The Visitors Bureau will be happy to act as a professional reference
Communications
A periodic e-newsletter will be distributed to all current volunteers.
Contact
To begin the process, please Click
Here and print the Volunteer Application, then complete
and return to:
Kathy Pfohl, Director of Customer Relations & Events
Lake Placid/Essex County Visitors Bureau
49 Parkside Drive-Suite 2
Lake Placid, NY 12946
Or Fax to: 518-523-2605 Or Email to: kpfohl@lakeplacid.com
For additional information or if you have any questions
feel free to email Kathy at kpfohl@lakeplacid.com.
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