Do you love the Greater Portland area? Do you have a fondness for tourism? Do you enjoy meeting new people, talking travel plans, and helping visitors find their new favorite restaurants and attractions in Portland! If so, this opportunity is perfect for you!
The Southern Maine Agency on Aging is working with Visit Portland to recruit volunteers to engage with visitors in Portland! Information Center volunteers serve as the area's initial point of contact for visitors, both near and far. They elevate our community by connecting travelers with local businesses, fostering a warm welcome and sharing insights on how to forge unforgettable experiences. Volunteers will be a valuable resource for travelers searching for local tours, restaurants, attractions, and where to stay. The Visitor Information Center is well-stocked with brochures, Visitor’s Guides, maps of the region, and plenty of pro-tips and recommendations to help make the most of visitor’s stay in Greater Portland.
What will I do as a Visitor Center Volunteer?
Provide a warm and friendly welcome to visitors
from around the world stopping in at the Visitor Information Center to learn
about the Greater Portland area; offer suggestions and answer questions
about travel and attractions in the Greater Portland area (training provided)!
Who We're Looking For:
-Friendly
-Outgoing
-Personable
-Interest in learning more about attractions to share with others
When Will I Volunteer?
Volunteers may choose a weekly schedule (ideally 3-4 hours/week) and/or choose to pick from a calendar of options for a more flexible schedule. Visit Portland is open Monday to Saturday – 9am to 4pm and Sunday – 10am to 3pm – all volunteering shifts take place within these hours.
*Snowbirds welcome! The Visitor Center is busiest during the summer months, so volunteer have the option to take a break during the quieter winter months.
Where Will I Volunteer?
-Visitor Information Center, 14 Ocean Gateway Pier, Portland
Benefits of Volunteering:
-Free parking, right in the Old Port!
-Ongoing training, learning about local restaurants and attractions
-Ability to “be in the know” about Greater Portland activities
-Fantastic team of fellow volunteers, job shadowing, recognition events
-Volunteer on the gorgeous Portland waterfront, enjoy incredible views!
-A flexible schedule to accommodate your lifestyle
-A sense of satisfaction and the opportunity to connect with your community
-Become part of a dedicated and caring team making a positive impact every day
-Recognition and appreciation at Southern Maine Agency on Aging & Visit Portland volunteer events (Last year, Visit Portland hosted a lobster bake for volunteers!)
Training & Support:
-Training is ongoing and provided to all volunteers, so that you can be "in-the-know" about activities going on throughout the city!
Current Visit Portland Volunteers Say:
"I think this is a great area to live in. So, it’s an easy sell when you’re talking with visitors for me because I’m excited about the area, so it’s not hard for me to come up with suggestions for things for people to do, or why they would want to do things, because there’s just a lot here."
"I get to see people from all over, including different countries. I also speak French, so the visitors allow me to use it."
"I like the Old Port, the fact that there’s always something happening down here. It’s almost like, in some ways, Portland’s kinda like the center of the world, because there are people from all over."
Ready to Make a Difference? Contact Southern Maine Agency on Aging Volunteer Services TODAY at volunteer@smaaa.org or 207-396-6595.
