POSITION TITLE: Competitions Assistant

STATUS: Temporary

COMPENSATION: $15.00 hourly

LOCATION: Doswell, Virginia – State Fair of Virginia

REPORTS TO: Event Logistics Assistant

1. EVENT ASSISTANT – TICKET SALES AND CLERK FOR COMPETITIONS REPORTS ($15)

• Sell tickets to guests at booths, windows, or mobile stations.
• Operate POINT of sale units
• Answer questions about fair schedules, ticket prices, and daily events.
• Distribute maps, brochures, or special event wristbands.
• Report large crowds or line issues to fair supervisors.
• Enter data for competition results and produce reports for superintendents

Requirements

• Basic math skills to make correct change and count money.
• Good communication skills to speak clearly with the public.
• Friendly attitude and patience during busy rush times.
• Ability to stand for long hours inside a booth or ticket window.
• Reliable transportation to arrive at the fairgrounds on time.

Working Conditions

• Outdoor or semi-outdoor booths exposed to weather (heat, sun, or rain).
• Fast-paced environment with long lines of visitors.
• Flexible hours including weekends, evenings, and holidays.

At VA Farm Bureau, we provide an exceptional benefits package, including ongoing job development and support in all roles, paid training and continuing education reimbursement, medical and dental insurance available on your first day, generous employee 401K contribution, excellent Paid Time off (PTO) plan and more!

Virginia Farm Bureau Companies provide equal employment opportunity in all aspects of employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, pregnancy, age, disability, orientation or veteran status.