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COUNTY OF BATH
JOB DESCRIPTION: TOURISM DIRECTOR


The County of Bath is seeking to fill the position of Tourism Director. Applications will be received until the job is filled, with the deadline to be included in the first round of application reviews Friday, April 30, 2010. Salary is negotiable dependent on qualifications. Please send a County application (see link below), resume, and cover letter to: 
Bonnie Johnson, Bath County Administrator 
65 Courthouse Hill 
P. O. Box 309 
Warm Springs, VA 24484

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES
Performs complex professional and administrative work in planning, organizing and managing the County's tourism, special events, and related capital projects and services. Coordinates with other departments and agencies, volunteers, community, business, regional, and state groups; creates stakeholder task groups for promotions and events; develops, recommends, and implements approved tourism strategies, including marketing, programs, events, and projects that increase the awareness and tourism draw of Bath's attractions, historical and recreational amenities, sports, arts, and special events.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP

As a department head, work is performed under the general supervision of the County Administrator. Supervision of contractors and administrative support staff, as needed. Broad range of coordination with tourism stakeholders, including community groups and leaders, for development and fulfillment of tourism plans, programming, and budgeting, and to create synergy between tourism efforts.

EXAMPLES OF WORK (ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY)
• Develops and implements an annual marketing plan to promote tourism, including promotional materials (electronic and media ads, profile sheets, and tradeshow displays);
• Drafts and manages the annual tourism budget, incorporating public input as a part of the County's annual budgetary process;
• Works with the Chamber of Commerce, Parks and Recreation, forestry, cultural, historical, aeronautical, regional and other groups to support the development and implementation of tourism related activities;
• Oversees development and maintenance of the tourism web site and its social media components;
• Implements a yearly review of potential tourism activities that may receive County funding (micro-grants);
• Assists, creates, and helps to coordinate special events that attract tourists by working with other tourism stakeholders (i.e., departments, regional groups, businesses, sports, historical, others);
• Manages the fulfillment program for visitor inquiries;
• Tracks and analyzes the effectiveness of tourism marketing initiatives;
• Provides public presentations;
• Prepares regular reports to the Board of Supervisors regarding tourism programs, including annual plan reviews;
• Researches and writes grants to assist tourism development;
• Maintains a national, state, regional, and local profile in the travel industry through associations, committees, and marketing cooperatives;
• Attends trade shows, conventions, and conferences to promote Bath County as a tourism destination and to bid for related tourism events (e.g. festivals, competitive sporting events);
• Arranges and hosts travel writers and Virginia Tourism visits to the region;
• Supervises staff assisting with events and tourism programming; and
• Assists County Administrator in development of tourism-related capital projects.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Thorough knowledge of tourism marketing principles, including requirements of a variety of tourism and special events activities. Knowledge of how to conduct a special event for large groups of participants and spectators. Ability to recruit and lead volunteers and partner with groups on tourism and special event activities. Comfortable working with hoteliers, other tourism services and attractions, regional and State agencies, to increase tourism activity. Encouragement of positive media coverage of the County and its assets. Must meet reporting requirements for complex activities including budget development, grant applications and economic impact statements. Knowledge of office software, including email. Web site development and maintenance important. Organizational skills required to develop and manage capital projects related to tourism, as assigned. Ability to present ideas verbally and in writing, make public presentations and organize group meetings. General knowledge of first aid practices and techniques.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major work in tourism, public relations, business, marketing, recreation, public administration or related field preferred. A minimum of three years' professional experience with organized tourism, special events, and marketing, with additional experience preferred. Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to provide leadership. Experience in working with staff and volunteers.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND RELATED OBLIGATIONS
The successful applicant will possess and maintain a valid Virginia Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Applicants must be proficient in Microsoft Office packages or equivalent. Web site design and management ability desired. Applicant must have and maintain a driving record acceptable to Bath County and its insurance carrier(s). Works extensively on weekends. Bath County residence within six months of job acceptance preferred. Non-traditional work schedule, with overnight travel, accepted norm. Performs other related duties as required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Involves frequent walking, standing, driving to observe and manage various programs and activities. Use of computers and motor vehicle operation. Physical tasks including bending, stooping, crawling, lifting and carrying items weighing 15 to 50 pounds. Vocal communication, hearing, and visual acuity required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Office work is generally conducted indoors. Special events and field work will be held outdoors in all weather conditions. Extensive regional travel is required. Fieldwork requires spatial interpretation, judging heights, distances, slopes and the like. Regular contact is made with outside organizations and internal organizational units. Frequent direct contact with the media, tourists, businesses, other agencies, and special events organizers and participants. Frequent and regular contacts made with County staff and the general public. Communication is cooperative, with diplomacy and tact.

This description provides information regarding the essential functions of the designated job, and the general nature and level of work associated with the job. It should not be interpreted to describe all the duties which may be required of such employees or be used to limit the nature and extent of assignments such an individual may be given.

FLSA Status: __X__ Exempt _____ Non-Exempt

SALARY
DOQ/DOE (+) benefits. (Pop. 5,000) Historic destination community in the Highlands known for its healing waters, excellent golfing, outdoor recreational opportunities, and cultural resources. As department director, reports to the county administrator. Prefer bachelor's degree with major work in tourism, public relations, business, marketing, recreation, public administration, or related field. A minimum of three years' professional experience with organized tourism, special events, and marketing; additional experience preferred. Excellent verbal, written, presentation, and computer skills. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to provide leadership. Demonstrated experience working with staff and volunteers. Deadline for the first round of applicant review is Friday, April 30, 2010. Applicants may also call the County Administrator's Office at 540-839-7221 (Toll Free 888-823-1710) or email bathadmn@tds.net. Application, resume, and cover letter to Bath County Administrator, P. O. Box 309, Warm Springs, VA 24484.

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