Destination Development Manager

About the role

The Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC) is seeking a Destination Development Manager to cover the Counties of Amelia, Amherst, Appomattox, Buckingham, Campbell, Culpeper, Cumberland, Fauquier, Greene, Madison, Nelson, Orange, Powhatan, Rappahannock and the City of Lynchburg. This position will work with tourism industry partners and will facilitate the development of community-based tourism programs, new products, and tourism-related businesses. The successful candidate should live in one of the covered counties or city.

Responsibilities

• Provide tourism strategic planning, technical assistance, and product development guidance
• Present to local, regional, state, and federal organizations
• Provide cooperative marketing assistance to communities and small tourism-oriented businesses
• Connect tourism industry representatives and small businesses with VTC services

Skills

• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Experience with prioritizing and managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as collaboratively within a team environment
• Exhibit sound judgment in making decisions and maintain confidentiality on sensitive matters
• Comprehensive knowledge of tourism development and marketing, economic development planning, entrepreneurship, professional leadership, and community development
• Considerable knowledge of strategic planning, goal setting, community visioning and value development, and project planning and implementation preferred
• Proficiency in MS Office suite

Experience

At least 5 years of experience in economic development, strategic planning, tourism, marketing, or related field preferred.

Pay

Salary range: $75,000-$88,000 yearly.

Schedule

• Ability to telecommute; must have reliable internet connectivity and discipline to work independently from a home office
• Considerable travel and evening meetings within the served regions, including regular trips to the Richmond office and other parts of Virginia
• A valid driver’s license is required