DescriptionFounded in 2008, Legends’ operating divisions worldwide include – Global Partnerships, Global Sales, Hospitality, Global Partnerships, Global Merchandise, Global Technology Solutions, Attractions, Growth Enterprises – offering clients and partners a 360-degree data and analytics fueled service solution platform to elevate their brand and execute their vision. Currently, Legends works with marquee clients across business verticals including professional sports; collegiate; attractions; entertainment; and conventions and leisure. We are the industry leaders in designing, planning, and realizing exceptional experiences in sports and entertainment. For more information, visit www.Legends.net and follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TheLegendsWay.GLOBAL ATTRACTIONSGlobal Attractions is a natural progression from Legends 360-degree platform for success. Our unrivaled guest experience and deeply researched sales and planning methodologies give us an edge. Legends currently operates 10+ attractions around the globe. We bring together some of the brightest experiential and attraction masterminds around the globe to ensure each brilliant idea is regionally relevant and destined to dazzle, delight and drive a steady stream of diverse visitors.
Custom narratives to guide the journey, delivered to deeply engage distinct visitor groups
Bold and dramatic design to push the envelope on the physical space and inspire awe and wonder
Re-imagined dining experiences to delight local foodies
Leading-edge technology and innovation to drive interactivity and create fully immersive experiences
Legends manages all operations across ticketing, special events, sponsorship food and beverage and retail for Attractions partners.ONE WORLD OBSERVATORYPositioned at the top of One World Trade Center—the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere—on levels 100, 101, and 102, One World Observatory provides guests with unique, panoramic views of New York City, its most iconic sites, and surrounding waters from 1,250 feet. A customized guest experience complements the seemingly endless views—evoking feelings of the City’s signature pride, hope and determination (including special interactive experiences and dining options, plus a sit-down restaurant). In 2016, One World Observatory received awards and recognition from the Concierge Choice Awards (Winner: Tourist Attraction), Themed Entertainment Association (Thea Awards for Outstanding Achievement), TripAdvisor (Top U.S. Trending Summer Attraction), and Lonely Planet (Favorite Online Listing).THE ROLE The Observatory Ambassador is a dynamic, interactive role within the Observatory with a specific focus on the guest experience and how the guest relates to the Observatory offerings. This position plays an integral role in providing the NYC area plus national and international guests with unique, memorable experiences. The role reports to the Senior Operations Manager.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Greet guests as they enter assigned areas
Ensure the safety of our guests while on tour or in assigned areas
Provide a high level of customer service by engaging guests, answering questions, resolving issues, and providing service to ensure a great experience
Retain learned knowledge and subsequently share it with guests by providing operational answers (e.g., observatory lay-out, experience locations) to all inquiries
Perform and present information in a concise, audible manner to guests—speaking loudly, clearly, and having a commanding presence
Perform other duties as necessary or as required by management
QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, the candidate must be able to perform each essential duty above at the highest levels. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required:
Minimum of one year experience hosting in attractions, entertainment, or hospitality environment
Multi-lingual and sign language capabilities preferred
Energetic and outgoing personality
Sufficient mobility to perform assigned tasks including constant reaching, bending, pushing, and pulling for extended periods of time
Ability to engage guests and work in a busy, highly interactive environment
Ability to always demonstrate a high level of professionalism and customer service
Ability to memorize historical and technical information
Ability to stand for extended periods of time
Ability to lift and transport items weighing 10-20 pounds (occasionally 30)
Ability to work non-traditional hours (nights, weekends & holidays as necessary)
COMPENSATION$21/hour + a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401(k) plan.WORKING CONDITIONSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, hear, use hands to finger, and handle controls. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to stand, walk, and stoop. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.Legends is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or genetic information.QualificationsSkillsRequired
Customer Service: Advanced
Communication: Expert
Team Work: Expert
BehaviorsRequired
Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Preferred
Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject
MotivationsRequired
Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Preferred
Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
EducationPreferred
Technical/other training or better
High School or better in Other
ExperienceRequired
1 year: Time spent in like/similar role
