Job Description

Ambassadors exist to radiate a hospitable and inviting experience to everyone who visits downtown Schenectady. Ambassadors should present with a positive attitude and be Teachable, Reliable, a Team-player and Committed.

Specific Responsibilities:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Walk & talk to downtown guests
• Open & hold doors
• Answers questions & give directions
  • Be aware of downtown events, shows, and places of interest
• Be on the lookout for unfavorable behavior
  • Gently encourage such behavior to cease and/or call police
• Smile a lot!
• Look for ways to serve people, creating a safe & welcoming culture in downtown Schenectady

Please note that the Ambassadors are not security or law enforcement but rather a hospitality service for the patrons of Downtown Schenectady.

Job Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age
• Pass a background check
• Legally allowed to be employed part-time in NYS
• Able to work evenings and weekends
• Warm, friendly personality
• Willing to learn & grow; able to listen to & accept encouragement from peers & supervisor(s)