Do you love where you live? Are you excited to share your community with visitors from around the world? Join us this summer as a Tourism Visitor Information Counsellor (TVIC) and help create unforgettable experiences for travellers exploring the Thompson Okanagan region.
As the welcoming face of our Tourism Inspiration Centre, you’ll connect people with places, events, and stories that make our region shine. It’s the perfect role for someone who’s enthusiastic, community-minded, and curious about the world of tourism.
What You’ll Do:
- Greet and assist visitors in person, by phone, and by email with enthusiasm and professionalism
- Share up-to-date knowledge about local attractions, events, services, and hidden gems
- Promote regional tourism products, accommodations, and experiences
- Keep the Visitor Centre organized, well-stocked, and visually inviting
- Operate a point-of-sale (POS) system for merchandise and track inventory
- Participate in familiarization (FAM) tours and build strong connections with local tourism partners
- Keep accurate visitor stats and contribute to improving our service
What We’re Looking For:
- A friendly, outgoing personality with a love for helping others
- Knowledge of the Thompson Okanagan Region (or a willingness to learn quickly!)
- Experience in customer service, tourism, or retail is a plus
- Comfortable with Microsoft Office, internet searches, and social media
- Available to work weekends and statutory holidays
- A valid driver’s license and access to your own transportation
- Bonus points for First Aid certification or fluency in a second language
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a welcoming, community-focused team
- Gain meaningful experience in the tourism industry
- Learn about local Indigenous culture, events, and history
- Flexible part-time hours (including weekends/stat holidays)
- Opportunities to explore the region through staff FAM tours
Ready to Apply?
Please submit your resume and a short cover letter via Indeed. For the full job description, visit: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1coqm-LGSXJlap3I_KVKRZlSV70dRTjQh/view?usp=sharing
Applications accepted until position is filled.
We value diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, including those from Indigenous communities, newcomers to Canada, and individuals from underrepresented groups.
Come share the spirit of the Thompson Okanagan. We can’t wait to meet you!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary
Contract length: 3-4 months
Pay: $19.00 per hour
Flexible language requirement:
Application question(s):
- Will you be able to reliably commute to and from the Visitor Centre on Hwy 97C?
- This is a Canada Summer Jobs funded position: Are you between the ages of 15 and 30 as of the start of employment?
- This is a Canada Summer Jobs funded position: Are you a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or a person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act?
- This is a Canada Summer Jobs funded position: Do you have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN) and are you legally entitled to work in Canada?
Work Location: In person
