Marketing and Tourism Officer

About the role

The Marketing & Tourism Officer will be responsible for communicating the City of Alvin's story and promoting and overseeing the day-to-day marketing operations of the Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB). This position handles media relations, special projects, oversight of content on the city website, and oversight of the city's social media platforms. The role involves curating and crafting content about various departments, employees, programs, and initiatives within the organization and collaborating with community partners.

This position reports to the Communications Manager and is classified as an "Emergency Essential" position. Employees may be required to remain or respond during emergency conditions (pre-impact, emergency period, or post-impact/recovery) to perform duties directly related to the emergency as determined by the City.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, business administration, tourism, hospitality, or a related field with at least two years of relevant experience. Equivalent combinations of experience and education that provide the required knowledge and abilities will be considered.
• Excellent written, oral, presentation, and verbal communication skills.
• Valid state driver’s license.

Benefits

• Voluntary Mission Square 457 deferred compensation program.
• Membership in the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS).
• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees; 50% coverage for dependents.
• 100% employer-paid long-term disability and accidental death premiums.
• $25,000 life insurance policy and an additional death benefit for full-time employees.

Pay

Hourly rate of $27.90.

About the City of Alvin

Located just 25 miles south of Houston, the City of Alvin, Texas, is a growing community with small-town charm and big-city access. With a strong foundation in history, agriculture, and civic pride, Alvin is committed to enhancing quality of life through exceptional public services, responsible growth, and community engagement. The city provides essential services including public safety, infrastructure, utilities, parks and recreation, and economic development. Alvin operates under a council-manager form of government, with professional administrators and staff working collaboratively with elected leaders and the community to deliver high-quality services.