What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tourism Relations Manager position at Virginia Economic Devel Partnership?
Virginia Tourism Corporation is seeking a Tourism Relations Manager for its Virginia Welcome Center at Bracey. The center is open 7 days per week from 8:30am to 5:00pm. The Tourism Relations Manager will manage the daily operations and administrative responsibility of the welcome center; supervise staff; provide comprehensive travel information and assistance to the traveling public; and serve as a liaison with members of the Virginia tourism industry.
Skills:
- A strong knowledge of Virginia’s travel product, roads and highway system and travel industry experience is preferred
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to effectively interact with staff and co-workers, tourism industry, local and state government officials and public at large
- Public speaking experience is a plus
- Solid experience in management and supervision
- Instill an environment that cultivates superior customer services
- Must be able to work independently as well as within a team environment
- Must exercise sound judgement in decision making
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, is a plus
- Work schedule flexibility is a must, as holiday and weekend work required
- Overnight travel to Virginia destinations is required
- Must have physical ability to lift up to 40 pounds
Experience:
- 5 years relevant experience required, with at least 2 years’ experience in the hospitality industry preferred
All candidates must apply through our website https://www.vatc.org/about/employment/. A valid driver’s license is required. Salary Minimum: $48,000. Application deadline: February 21, 2025.
Salary : $48,000
