Visitor Services Associate

Job Description - Visitor Services Associate (26141831) Position Title: Visitor Services Associate - (26141831) This position is open until it is filled; applications will be reviewed weekly. Department Overview: The Montana Department of Commerce works with statewide and local partners, private industry, and small businesses to enhance and sustain economic prosperity in Montana. The Department works to improve the state's economy through business creation, expansion, retention, and diversification of the state's economic base; provides direct technical assistance, grants and loans for Montana's entrepreneurs, businesses and their employees; strengthens the economy through the promotion of tourism development, promoting and protecting historic sites, and marketing Montana as a travel and filmmaking destination; promotes access to new markets, both foreign and domestic, for Montana goods and services; provides financing for homeownership and rental assistance opportunities for Montana families; and develops and improves public infrastructure and housing for Montana citizens by providing grants and technical assistance to Montana communities and counties. Job Overview: The Montana Heritage Commission preserves and manages historic resources in Virginia City and Nevada City and promotes the appreciation of history through quality visitor experience. The MHC is hiring 2 seasonal short-term worker positions not to exceed 90 workdays. Weekends and extended hours are required with the season running through September 7, 2026 (Labor Day). Visitor Service Associate Tasks Sell tickets/passes for NC Museum, Railroad Use a cash register, count money and use a credit card machine to collect sales Maintain head counts for venues Greet visitors and provide information on history regarding the area and attractions Stock merchandise Other duties as assigned Shared housing provided for employees who stay through Labor Day Qualifications The above knowledge, skills, and abilities are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and one (1) year of job-related experience. Other combinations of equivalent education and experience may be considered. Employment Details Number of Openings: 2 Employee Status: Seasonal Schedule: Full-Time (Seasonal) Job Type: Standard Shift: Day Travel: Yes, 5% of the Time Primary Location: Virginia City Agency: Department of Commerce Union: 000 - None Benefits Health Insurance Paid Leave & Holidays Retirement Plan EEO Statement State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant. #J-18808-Ljbffr