Destination Development Manager
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5 Quick Apply Full-time 10 hours ago Full Job Description Travel Lane County is looking for our next Destination Development Manager.
This is an exciting time to work in the travel and tourism industry in our region, with a full range of sporting events, conventions and strong leisure travel leading to employment growth that is projected to far exceed all other industry sectors.
We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes with relevant transferrable skills from a variety of sources and experiences.
DESTINATION DEVELOPMENT MANAGER PURPOSE OF POSITION:
The Destination Development Manager collaborates with stakeholder groups to develop and enhance tourism products, experiences and events to support community needs for sustainable, year-round economies.
This position provides leadership for development projects, committees and statewide initiatives.
Must be a team player with leadership skills and an exceptional work ethic who is service-oriented, organized, responsible and energetic.
Responsibilities:
Strategic Destination Development Help build destination development strategy and initiatives Facilitate efforts that support tourism networks and action teams Develop training tools and assist in delivery of trainings to provide technical assistance and customer service training to support the needs of stakeholders Product Development Coordination Support existing tourism development projects Guide product and services development to leverage state-wide initiatives Draft grant letters of support, write grants and administer grant projects Leverage large-scale events hosted in the region as opportunities to advance development initiatives and spread economic impact to small businesses and rural communities Other duties as assigned PREFERRED
Qualifications:
If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.
We do not require that you have already mastered all the position components to be considered.
We will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education and experience which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the job as meeting our preferred qualifications.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent from a four-year accredited college or university Ability to work independently and exercise judgement in managing projects and people Experience with developing and maintaining organizational systems Process-oriented, extreme attention to detail, hyper-organized and able to multi-task and manage time Exceptional customer service with a genuine desire to help Passion for and knowledge of Lane County's recreational, culinary and cultural offerings Ability to work easily & professionally with a variety of visitors, coworkers and stakeholders Loyalty to and positive representation of Travel Lane County Clear written and oral communication, including on the phone Proficient with basic computer programs (Microsoft Word, Excel, Internet) REQUIREMENTS:
Willing to work on weekends and after-hour events Able to secure an OLCC server's permit Valid Driver's License and clean driving record Able to lift 35 lbs.
from the floor and carry Able to stand for duration of an 8-hour shift COMPENSATION/HOURS:
This is a full-time salaried Professional Exempt position Benefits include medical and dental insurance for the employee, as well as paid holidays, vacation and sick leave.
Employee eligible for employer contribution into SEP/IRA after 2 years of employment This position reports to the Vice President of Stakeholder Relations About Travel Lane County Our Brand Promise:
The Eugene, Cascades & Coast region has Oregon's greatest variety of adventures in easy to reach, uncrowded places Our Mission:
Travel Lane County's Mission is to increase overnight visitors Our Why:
We believe our work inspires people to experience and appreciate Lane County, creating opportunities, a sense of place and stronger communities Our Vision:
Our Vision is to be a recognized leader in achieving year-round economic growth throughout the Eugene, Cascades & Coast region through innovative destination marketing, product development and exceptional visitor experiences Our Values We provide Leadership in developing a healthy year-round tourism sector economy We are proud Brand Ambassadors who know our destination from one border to the other and live our brand promise We are Invested in our staff, partners, and destination stakeholders as we maximize visitor experiences aligned with community values We are Professionals who provide informed, friendly, prompt and respectful service We are Stewards of limited resources, prioritizing investment using these filters:
Leverage current strengths to generate overnight stays Focus destination management resources on projects that have direct economic impact Improve the visitor/client experience at all stages of the visitor lifecycle Build our destination and organization reputation through efficient and effective use of paid, owned and earned communication channels Embrace a triple bottom line focus on economic, environmental and social outcomes We Celebrate Diversity, and work to ensure a Welcoming and Inclusive destination experience.
We oppose discrimination of any kind Our Work We are focused on positioning Eugene, Cascades & Coast as one of the most preferred travel destinations in the Pacific Northwest We market Eugene, Cascades & Coast as a year-round destination for leisure travel, conventions and sports We create and share content that is inspiring and valuable We provide valuable programs that benefit our partners, visitors and communities Working for Travel Lane County is about sharing the best of where we live, while working to maximize the positive impact of tourism on the local economy by matching visitors with authentic, high-quality Eugene, Cascades & Coast experiences Quick Apply.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
5 Quick Apply Full-time 10 hours ago Full Job Description Travel Lane County is looking for our next Destination Development Manager.
This is an exciting time to work in the travel and tourism industry in our region, with a full range of sporting events, conventions and strong leisure travel leading to employment growth that is projected to far exceed all other industry sectors.
We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes with relevant transferrable skills from a variety of sources and experiences.
DESTINATION DEVELOPMENT MANAGER PURPOSE OF POSITION:
The Destination Development Manager collaborates with stakeholder groups to develop and enhance tourism products, experiences and events to support community needs for sustainable, year-round economies.
This position provides leadership for development projects, committees and statewide initiatives.
Must be a team player with leadership skills and an exceptional work ethic who is service-oriented, organized, responsible and energetic.
Responsibilities:
Strategic Destination Development Help build destination development strategy and initiatives Facilitate efforts that support tourism networks and action teams Develop training tools and assist in delivery of trainings to provide technical assistance and customer service training to support the needs of stakeholders Product Development Coordination Support existing tourism development projects Guide product and services development to leverage state-wide initiatives Draft grant letters of support, write grants and administer grant projects Leverage large-scale events hosted in the region as opportunities to advance development initiatives and spread economic impact to small businesses and rural communities Other duties as assigned PREFERRED
Qualifications:
If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.
We do not require that you have already mastered all the position components to be considered.
We will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education and experience which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the job as meeting our preferred qualifications.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent from a four-year accredited college or university Ability to work independently and exercise judgement in managing projects and people Experience with developing and maintaining organizational systems Process-oriented, extreme attention to detail, hyper-organized and able to multi-task and manage time Exceptional customer service with a genuine desire to help Passion for and knowledge of Lane County's recreational, culinary and cultural offerings Ability to work easily & professionally with a variety of visitors, coworkers and stakeholders Loyalty to and positive representation of Travel Lane County Clear written and oral communication, including on the phone Proficient with basic computer programs (Microsoft Word, Excel, Internet) REQUIREMENTS:
Willing to work on weekends and after-hour events Able to secure an OLCC server's permit Valid Driver's License and clean driving record Able to lift 35 lbs.
from the floor and carry Able to stand for duration of an 8-hour shift COMPENSATION/HOURS:
This is a full-time salaried Professional Exempt position Benefits include medical and dental insurance for the employee, as well as paid holidays, vacation and sick leave.
Employee eligible for employer contribution into SEP/IRA after 2 years of employment This position reports to the Vice President of Stakeholder Relations About Travel Lane County Our Brand Promise:
The Eugene, Cascades & Coast region has Oregon's greatest variety of adventures in easy to reach, uncrowded places Our Mission:
Travel Lane County's Mission is to increase overnight visitors Our Why:
We believe our work inspires people to experience and appreciate Lane County, creating opportunities, a sense of place and stronger communities Our Vision:
Our Vision is to be a recognized leader in achieving year-round economic growth throughout the Eugene, Cascades & Coast region through innovative destination marketing, product development and exceptional visitor experiences Our Values We provide Leadership in developing a healthy year-round tourism sector economy We are proud Brand Ambassadors who know our destination from one border to the other and live our brand promise We are Invested in our staff, partners, and destination stakeholders as we maximize visitor experiences aligned with community values We are Professionals who provide informed, friendly, prompt and respectful service We are Stewards of limited resources, prioritizing investment using these filters:
Leverage current strengths to generate overnight stays Focus destination management resources on projects that have direct economic impact Improve the visitor/client experience at all stages of the visitor lifecycle Build our destination and organization reputation through efficient and effective use of paid, owned and earned communication channels Embrace a triple bottom line focus on economic, environmental and social outcomes We Celebrate Diversity, and work to ensure a Welcoming and Inclusive destination experience.
We oppose discrimination of any kind Our Work We are focused on positioning Eugene, Cascades & Coast as one of the most preferred travel destinations in the Pacific Northwest We market Eugene, Cascades & Coast as a year-round destination for leisure travel, conventions and sports We create and share content that is inspiring and valuable We provide valuable programs that benefit our partners, visitors and communities Working for Travel Lane County is about sharing the best of where we live, while working to maximize the positive impact of tourism on the local economy by matching visitors with authentic, high-quality Eugene, Cascades & Coast experiences Quick Apply.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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