Most recent job postings at thelocaltourist
via Villa Rica GA Geebo.com Free Classifieds Ads - Geebo posted_at: 3 days agoschedule_type: Full-timesalary: 20–28 an hour
4. 1 Villa Rica, GA Villa Rica, GA Full-time Full-time $25. 66 - $33... 35 an hour $25. 66 - $33. 35 an hour 6 days ago 6 days ago 6 days ago Job Summary: This position is responsible for managing and leading the City's tourism and marketing efforts. Develops and executes a strategic tourism and marketing plan and coordinates tourism initiatives for the City. Work is performed exercising considerable initiative and independence in undertaking and 4.
1 Villa Rica, GA Villa Rica, GA Full-time Full-time $25.
66 - $33...
35 an hour $25.
66 - $33.
35 an hour 6 days ago 6 days ago 6 days ago Job
Summary:
This position is responsible for managing and leading the City's tourism and marketing efforts.
Develops and executes a strategic tourism and marketing plan and coordinates tourism initiatives for the City.
Work is performed exercising considerable initiative and independence in undertaking and completing assignments and involves extensive contact with government officials, public and private agencies, the development and business community, citizen groups, and other city departments.
Major Duties:
Manages tourism activities, encouraging a cooperative and collaborative environment between the City and the CVB.
Creates a cost efficient, viable image for the City as a tourism destination and develop marketing programs to the City's image in the regional marketplace; Organizes, attends monthly CVB Advisory Board meetings;ensures all meetings agendas and minutes are properly recorded and distributed in a timely fashion to the Board members.
Represents the City of Villa Rica, and maintains relationships, in the tourism industry, including developing and maintaining relationships within the travel region, Georgia Department of Economic Development, tour operators, the local tourism industry, including hotel/motel, restaurant, and attraction owners and operators, and the Chambers of Commerce; Creates a vibrant social media presence for the City and assists City departments with graphic design; Leads in building local capacity for accommodation of tourists and visitors, including new product development, development of activities and events that will draw tourists to the area, etc.
Collects, documents and reacts to industry trends, market conditions and competition.
Documents statistical data on economic impact and conversion studies, and track business through hotel reports.
Maintains a good product knowledge through a printable, active current database of area hotels, attractions, recreation venues, and special event.
Identifies and encourages local citizens with state, regional and national affiliations to invite their group to meet in Villa Rica.
Develops and monitors market-driven ads, flyers, brochures and promotional material; Plans trips for the news media and familiarization (FAM) tours for tour operators; Utilizes special activities, events and projects to promote Villa Rica; Performs other related duties as required.
Knowledge and Skills Required by the Position:
Knowledge Convention and Visitor Bureau operations and current practices in the tourism industry, specifically in similar-sized jurisdictions; Ability to remain current on the latest technological advances in tourism; Ability to interface directly with the public and facilitate and negotiate; and recognize and capitalize on opportunity; and Ability in supervising assistants and working with other members of the City staff and the community.
Proficiency in web development software, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and/or other design programs.
Proficiency with various social media platforms including Facebook and Instagram.
Organizational and time efficiency skills; Strong verbal and written communication skills; Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with people of all ages and backgrounds; Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously; Ability to consistently meet deadlines and complete tasks with accuracy; Ability to works effectively under pressure and with frequent interruptions; Ability to take initiative in performing job functions.
Supervisory Controls:
Supervised by the Deputy City Manager.
Scope and Effect:
The purpose of this position is to manage the City's tourism and marketing efforts.
Personal Contacts:
Contacts are typically with vendors, business owners, residents, other City employees, consultants, attorneys, board members and the general public.
Purpose of Contacts:
Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve problems and provide services.
Supervisory and Management Responsibility:
N/A.
Minimum
Qualifications:
Requires Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in business, hospitality, tourism or closely related field; five (5) years of related and progressively responsible experience in field or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities for this job.
Must be willing to travel.
Must be willing to work some nights, weekends and holidays to participate in events.
Georgia Driver's License required.
The City of Villa Rica offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees including healthcare, dental care, vision care, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short term disability insurance, pension,12 paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and a 457(b) retirement plan with a City match.
Background screenings are conducted prior to employment.
City of Villa Rica does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law).
Due to a high volume of applications received, we are unable to contact each applicant individually.
.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications
Show more details...
via Geebo posted_at: 4 days agoschedule_type: Full-time and Part-timesalary: 20–28 an hour
The City of Thomasville The City of Thomasville Thomasville, GA Thomasville, GA Full-time Full-time Estimated: $41. 4K - $52... 4K a year Estimated: $41. 4K - $52. 4K a year 1 day ago 1 day ago 1 day ago This position is responsible for marketing Thomasville to promote tourism to the area and support the growth of film which will create a positive economic impact for the community. Work involves managing the operations of the Visitors Center and overseeing The City of Thomasville The City of Thomasville Thomasville, GA Thomasville, GA Full-time Full-time Estimated:
$41.
4K - $52...
4K a year Estimated:
$41.
4K - $52.
4K a year 1 day ago 1 day ago 1 day ago This position is responsible for marketing Thomasville to promote tourism to the area and support the growth of film which will create a positive economic impact for the community.
Work involves managing the operations of the Visitors Center and overseeing group travel to Thomasville and Thomas County.
The position requires working with tour group leaders, building their itineraries, creating FAM tours as well as overseeing Visitors Center full time and part time employees.
It also involves working with film producers, location scouts, and film crews becoming a liaison between the City and the film industry.
Responsible for contributing ideas for destination marketing plans, press releases and other material designed to promote Thomasville as a tourism destination.
Develops initiatives and designs itineraries for tour operators, travel agents, media representatives and others visiting Thomasville for the purpose of promoting Thomasville as a tourism destination.
Fosters relationships with group travel partners and leads efforts regarding familiarization tours of Thomasville.
Participates in the design, production and purchase of marketing materials including, rack cards, welcome center posters, profile sheets and other collateral material.
Functions as project manager for the Visitor?s Guide annually, to include proofing, editing, and advertising sales.
Also coordinates printing and shipping to welcome centers and attractions throughout the state Oversee operations of the Thomasville Visitors Center, to include supervision and management of assigned staff.
Responsible for inventory of visitor? gift shop, to include developing new products or stocking local products as needed.
Collaborates and contributes to marketing initiatives, websites, and social media outlets using data analysis of visitor reports, demographics and other statistical data for the purpose of strengthening creative marketing efforts.
Directs all communication, planning and development of travel itineraries, directions, and reservations for individual travelers, travel groups and tour operators.
Works closely with Destination Thomasville Tourism Authority (DTTA) Board and Main Street Advisory Board to assist with the development of strategies, programs, and policies to promote tourism to the area.
Attends meetings, seminars, conventions, trade-shows, and workshops to enhance tourism knowledge for the purpose of contributing ideas for new tourism related initiatives.
Fosters relationships with all local tourism-related attractions, lodging providers, businesses and state agencies by providing tourism assistance and coordination.
Leads efforts designed to promote Thomasville as a destination for media development/productions as the Georgia Camera Ready liaison.
Connects film and television production with skilled crews, service providers and other key partners within Thomasville and Thomas County.
Manages the permitting process for media production, to include coordinating city owned locations, street closures, and other aspects that may be required for filming.
Works closely with Main Street to execute community-wide special events as tourist attractions, such as the Rose Show and Festival, Victorian Christmas, Black History Month, July 4th Celebration and First Friday Sip and Shops to include event development, coordination, and implementation.
Contributes to all marketing efforts related to special events.
Responsible for managing budgets, as assigned, and making recommendations for expenditures that maximize funds.
.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications
Show more details...
via Glassdoor posted_at: 23 days agoschedule_type: Part-time
About us Cave of the Mounds-National Natural Landmark is a small business in Blue Mounds, WI. We are a professional, fun group of people and our goal is to educate in a fun way. We are a National Natural Landmark. Guests come from all over the world to re-discover the beauty and wonder of Cave of the Mounds. We also have hiking trails, geology based activities, and a strong historical presence... in the community. Our work environment includes: • About us

Cave of the Mounds-National Natural Landmark is a small business in Blue Mounds, WI. We are a professional, fun group of people and our goal is to educate in a fun way. We are a National Natural Landmark. Guests come from all over the world to re-discover the beauty and wonder of Cave of the Mounds. We also have hiking trails, geology based activities, and a strong historical presence... in the community.

Our work environment includes:
• Flexible working hours
• Company perks such as reciprocity with local tourist attractions
• On-the-job training

Part-time weekend positions are currently available. More hours are available during the summer.

The main job of Cave Educators is to be stewards of the cave: protecting it, maintaining it, and teaching its wealth of information to our guests. We provide tours to schools, tourist groups, and the general public.

No prior knowledge of geology is required. All training is provided.

Job Responsibilities include:
• Presenting the cave, its science, and its history to the public in the form of either traditionally guided or museum-style tours
• Working above ground in the gift shop to facilitate the sale of goods and services
• General cleaning and maintenance of the gift shop buildings and cave
• Providing exceptional service to guests across the property at all times

Requirements for This Position include:
• Ability to be on your feet for extended periods of time
• Good level of comfort when public speaking or serving guests
• Ability to ascend and descend several sets of stairs over the course of an hour
• Work a minimum of 2-3 days a week
• Work a minimum of 4 hours per day
• Ability to lift 30lbs
• At least 16 years of age
• Ability to pass a standard background check

Working at Cave of the Mounds rewards you not only with unique skills but also an exclusive reciprocity membership for tourist destinations across the state of Wisconsin. Employees also enjoy a discount across our shops, flexible schedules that work with you, and a 50°F cave all year round.

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary

Expected hours: No less than 8 per week

Benefits:
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Schedule:
• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• Weekends as needed
• Weekends only

Ability to Relocate:
• Blue Mounds, WI 53517: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person
Show more details...
via ZipRecruiter posted_at: 1 day agoschedule_type: Part-time
Nature of Work This is responsible clerical and reception work providing information to tourists and residents who access the county's visitor centers. Activities associated with the job include meeting and greeting visitors, providing information about tourist attractions, facilities, hotels, restaurants and other services, selling souvenirs and other materials, and handing out brochures and... maps. Additional activities include filling brochure Nature of Work

This is responsible clerical and reception work providing information to tourists and residents who access the county's visitor centers. Activities associated with the job include meeting and greeting visitors, providing information about tourist attractions, facilities, hotels, restaurants and other services, selling souvenirs and other materials, and handing out brochures and... maps. Additional activities include filling brochure racks, cleaning the visitor's center, receiving and accounting for all funds, maintaining visitation records and maintaining reference files. Incumbents also assist with guided tours when necessary and provide information about local historical sites and other places of interest. Job responsibilities require thorough knowledge of local tourist attractions, services and accommodations, thorough knowledge of the history of the county and location of motels, restaurants, etc., knowledge of the dates and locations of special events and activities and good organizational and interpersonal skills. Job performance is evaluated by the Convention & Visitors Bureau Office Manager through review of the level of assistance provided to visitors, knowledge of local tourist attractions, accommodations, restaurants, etc., awareness of special events and activities, cleanliness and organization of the welcome center, accounting of funds received and interpersonal and organizational skills.

Illustrative Examples of Work

-Greets visitors and directs them to local tourist attractions, facilities, hotels, restaurants and other services.

-Answers questions and provides information about local attractions, historical sites and other tourist oriented facilities.

-Sells local craft items, maps, books, etc. and maintains accounting records of all funds received.

-Hands out brochures, information and maps of the area.

-Fills brochure racks, cleans the visitors center and stocks brochures and other materials.

-Maintains records of visitation to the center.

-Maintains reference files and information pertaining to the cost of attractions, availability of services, etc.

-Assists with making hotel and restaurant reservations upon request.

-Serves as a "step on" guide for local tour buses and provides riders with interesting information about local historical attractions and other sites of interest.

-Performs related duties as required
Show more details...
via Glassdoor posted_at: 29 days agoschedule_type: Part-timesalary: 12.85–18.95 an hour
The work we do matters! Hiring Agency... History Nebraska - Agency 54 Location: Crawford Job Posting Hiring Rate: $12.85 Classification Salary Range: $12.85 - $18.95 Job Posting: JR2024-00003636 Tourism Guide - Fort Robinson (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): 03-20-2024 Job Description: History Nebraska and the Fort Robinson Museum are seeking two visitor focused and The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency...

History Nebraska - Agency 54

Location:

Crawford Job Posting

Hiring Rate:

$12.85

Classification Salary Range:

$12.85 - $18.95

Job Posting:

JR2024-00003636 Tourism Guide - Fort Robinson (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):

03-20-2024

Job Description:

History Nebraska and the Fort Robinson Museum are seeking two visitor focused and engaging tourism guides for our summer 2024 season. These positions will interact with visitors through site programming and gift shop sales, help maintain our historical structures and green spaces for best visitor experiences, and share information about the Fort and its historical significance as well as other interests around the area. Fort Robinson’s exquisite views and rich history offer a truly unique experience for staff and visitors to share.

The Fort Robinson Museum will be open May through October, Monday - Saturday 9:00am - 4:00pm. Ideal schedules are either Monday - Friday or Tuesday - Saturday, with the ability to be flexible to accommodate holidays and days off.

Fort Robinson State Historical Site near Crawford, Nebraska, is one of the most significant places of the American West. It saw the creation of the Red Cloud agency, the death of Crazy Horse, the deployment of Buffalo Soldiers, a German POW camp, a WWII dog training program, and much more. The grounds include 14 historic structures inside a visually stunning state park and National Historic Landmark. History Nebraska preserves and interprets our state's past, contributes to the education of its citizens, and uses the tools of history to shape a better future for all Nebraskans.

Examples of Work
• Greets all site visitors in person or by phone and provides information on exhibits and events.
• Walks site and frequents all buildings to ensure all visitors have an engaging experience.
• Provides tours to visiting groups and answers tourist inquiries, sharing historical information and local tourism.
• Collects admissions and sells merchandise in the gift shop, providing excellent customer service.
• Stocks and maintains merchandise on the sales floor and communicates when products are low.
• Balances and prepares daily sales reports and other essential reports using POS systems.
• Assists with light housekeeping functions, maintenance and/or custodial projects which would include lawn mowing.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS: Experience in public contact OR coursework/training or experience in history, art history, recreation, event planning or areas related to Nebraska History, geography or culture.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Knowledge of, or desire to learn, Nebraska's history and culture
• Ability to interact with the public professionally, work well with people of all ages and abilities
• Excellent customer service skills, outgoing and friendly personality
• Dependable; reliable attendance
• Attention to detail
• Ability to operate a cash register and make change
• *History Nebraska collects, preserves, and opens to all, the histories we share. We believe a diverse and inclusive workforce is an essential element in making Nebraska’s rich history available to everyone. History Nebraska is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strongly encourage and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. Our work is meaningful and challenging, and we believe diverse perspectives will make it better.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.

Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page.

Instructions for Applying

Important points to remember when applying:
• The employment application is required and is the primary source of information used to determine if you meet the minimum requirements of the job.
• Make sure your application is complete. Incomplete applications are rejected.
• You will not be allowed to change your application after you have applied for a position and you cannot re-apply for the the same position unless it is posted again.
• You have the opportunity to attach a resume; however, it should not be used to replace any information asked for on the official application.
• When you have successfully applied for a job, you will receive a confirmation on the screen and your application will be available on your Candidate Home page.

We encourage you to use the Search for Jobs feature to find jobs that are available in a particular location or a job that matches your work experience.

Applicants who need accommodation in the selection process should request this in advance. Requests can be made by contacting the Nebraska State Personnel Office 1526 K Street, Suite 100, Lincoln, NE. (402)471-2075.

These positions are subject to application of Veterans' Preference
Show more details...
via GovernmentJobs.com posted_at: 12 days agoschedule_type: Full-timesalary: 31,200–45,622 a year
The Welcome Center in Mars Hill is currently accepting applications for an Administrative Associate I position. We are seeking an energetic, forward-thinking, passionate team player to join our Mars Hill Welcome Center... Recruitment Salary Range: $31,200-$39,062 Salary Grade: NC01 The North Carolina Department of Commerce is the state's lead agency for economic, community and workforce development. The department works with local, regional, national, The Welcome Center in Mars Hill is currently accepting applications for an Administrative Associate I position.

We are seeking an energetic, forward-thinking, passionate team player to join our Mars Hill Welcome Center...

Recruitment Salary Range: $31,200-$39,062

Salary Grade: NC01

The North Carolina Department of Commerce is the state's lead agency for economic, community and workforce development. The department works with local, regional, national, and international organizations to fulfill its mission to improve the economic well-being and quality of life for all North Carolinians.

The Visitor Services Program works in cooperation with strategic partners to strengthen the state's tourism industry by providing customer service and information on travel to and within North Carolina to visitors and potential visitors. It is comprised of four components: North Carolina Welcome Centers, Tourism Call Center, Tourism Fulfillment Center, and Tourism Warehouse. The Welcome Center program maximizes the opportunities to increase visitor expenditures through responsive promotion and marketing initiatives and by providing excellent customer service at points of entry to the state along interstate highways. Welcome Centers provide multiple travel services, such as providing travel information, planning trips, routing, distributing travel literature and making reservations for accommodations.

Travel Counselors must enjoy working with the public and can communicate clearly with the public in oral and written form. Use all available resources to provide visitors with excellent customer service; provide information about the state and its tourist facilities to visitors; distribute information on attractions, events, and accommodations to visitors; provide highway routing information to visitors; maintain brochure display racks, back stock, and order new and replacement brochures; participate in study/familiarization tours and share your experiences with coworkers; occasionally conduct oral presentations to schools or civic groups.

Welcome Centers are open 7 days a week from 8am to 5pm. The work schedule is onsite and includes weekday, weekend, and holiday work.

Our Mission Statement:

Welcome Centers provide multiple travel services, such as providing travel information, planning trips, routing, distributing travel literature and making reservations for accommodations. The Call and Fulfillment Centers, a collaboration between the Departments of Commerce, Transportation and Public Safety, are housed at the North Carolina Correctional Institution for Women in Raleigh. Inmate telephone operators provide information to consumers traveling or considering travel to and within North Carolina. In addition, they package and distribute the state's travel publications to potential visitors, gaining skills while providing an important service. This critical function is supported by the Tourism Warehouse, which is responsible for storing and transporting tourism materials to shipping facilities.

This position is located at I-26 West North Caolina Welcome Center in Mars Hill, NC (Madison County).

Compensation & Benefits:

The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.
Visit website for State BenefitsQUALIFIED APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT AN APPLICATION THAT CLEARLY REFLECTS WORK EXPERIENCE THAT DEMONSTRATES THE FOLLOWING:
• Ability to provide effective and positive customer service.
• Experience using strong interpersonal skills to communicate general information to answer inquiries from the public in oral and written form.
• Ability to make group presentations to the public / visitors as needed.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Internet search engines.
• General knowledge of the principles and practices of public relations, sales and customer service.
• General knowledge of promotional and publicity media suitable for use in the development of the tourism industry.
• Ability to learn and communicate general tourism information, including basic information regarding attractions, events, accommodations, recreational, historical and geographic features of the state.
• Ability to communicate and deal tactfully and cordially with all types of people.

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for detail.

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

The North Carolina Department of Commerce (Commerce) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job.

Commerce uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked, education with the date graduated, all work experience, and certificates/licenses. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to education or work experience listed on this application to receive credit. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to education or work experience listed on this application to receive credit. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
• Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
• If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an unofficial transcript to each application to receive credit for this education.

Due to the volume of applications received, we maybe unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account and click "Application Status." If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by management. If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification.

If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more.

Applicants requesting and receiving an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are eligible to submit paper applications via mail or by fax.

For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at 855.524.5627.

Helen Trotman

Agency HR Consultant I
North Carolina Department of Commerce
Show more details...
via Destinations International Career Center posted_at: 9 days agoschedule_type: Full-timesalary: 78K a year
Visit Galveston in Galveston, TX is looking to hire a full-time Travel Trade Sales and Marketing Manager to promote and sell Galveston Island as a destination. Are you personable and persuasive? Are you looking for a job that allows you to travel? Would you enjoy a lucrative career that contributes to a thriving local economy? If so, please read on! As a Travel Trade Sales and Marketing Manager... you're on a mission to show Domestic and International Visit Galveston in Galveston, TX is looking to hire a full-time Travel Trade Sales and Marketing Manager to promote and sell Galveston Island as a destination. Are you personable and persuasive? Are you looking for a job that allows you to travel? Would you enjoy a lucrative career that contributes to a thriving local economy? If so, please read on!

As a Travel Trade Sales and Marketing Manager... you're on a mission to show Domestic and International Tour Operators, Receptive Operators, and Travel Agents that Galveston is the ideal destination for their customers! With our gorgeous beaches, beautiful hotels, and amazing attractions, you find there are plenty of ways to entice planners to include our coastal city in client itineraries. Of course, it takes some effort to generate leads, but as an experienced and self-motivated salesperson, you know how to connect with the right people. As a networking pro, you eagerly attend tradeshows and client events to solicit business. With tour operators and travel agents as your targets, you prospect within these groups, provide training, make presentations, write proposals, and more to secure their bookings for local hotels, tour companies, transportation services, and experiences. You love having the opportunity to travel and meet new people!

When travel trade planners seem undecided, you extend an invitation to visit Galveston and arrange for a tour of our excellent facilities and attractions. You proactively coordinate itineraries and marketing co-ops, and your willingness to go the extra mile wins over potential clients. Committed to providing exceptional customer service, you stay in touch with clients before, during, and after tours to ensure total satisfaction.

Organized and attentive to detail, you compile monthly activity reports to make sure you're on track to achieve your goals. When necessary, you provide training for other members of the sales team so you can succeed together. Thanks to your dedication and drive, many travel trade planners choose Galveston as their destination. You feel great that your efforts have a positive impact on our local economy, and you're pleased to be well compensated for your skills!

Qualifications include:
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
• 3-5 years of experience with a convention/visitors/tourism bureau, hotel, or hospitality industry-related business
• Proficiency with office equipment and software
• Valid Class C driver's license
• Willingness to receive training to become a Certified Tourism Ambassador

Being professionally certified in the tourism or hospitality field as a Certified Meeting Professional (CMP), Certified Destination Management Professional (CDME), or Certified Tourism Executive (CTE) would be a plus. Do you have excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills? Are you a strategic thinking with a talent for creative problem-solving? Can you prioritize multiple tasks while effectively meeting deadlines? If yes, you might just be perfect for this position
Show more details...
via LinkedIn posted_at: 27 days agoschedule_type: Full-timesalary: 26,623–49,267 a year
The Tourist Promotion Representative – Welcome Center option is a permanent, full-time position with the Alabama Tourism Department. Positions are located throughout the state. This is specialized public information and public relations work involving promotion of the tourism and travel industries within the state. Employees promote travel and tourism through utilization of direct public contact... and indirect marketing techniques. MINIMUM REQUIREMENT(S) • The Tourist Promotion Representative – Welcome Center option is a permanent, full-time position with the Alabama Tourism Department. Positions are located throughout the state. This is specialized public information and public relations work involving promotion of the tourism and travel industries within the state.

Employees promote travel and tourism through utilization of direct public contact... and indirect marketing techniques.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENT(S)
• High school graduation or GED equivalent.
• Two (2) years of experience in promotional work with local or state tourist or travel organizations; chambers of commerce; or radio, television, or newsprint OR two (2) years of experience in the hospitality industry. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT(S
Show more details...
via ZipRecruiter posted_at: 12 days agoschedule_type: Full-timesalary: 31,200–45,622 a year
Salary: $31,200.00 - $45,622.00 Annually Location : Madison County, NC... Job Type: Permanent Full-Time Job Number: 24-02730-60080852 Mars Hill WC Department: Dept of Commerce Division: Fiscal Management Opening Date: 03/08/2024 Closing Date: 3/21/2024 5:00 PM Eastern Job Class Title: Administrative Associate I Position Number: 60080852 Salary Grade: NC01 Recruitment Range: $31,200-$39,062 Description of Work The Welcome Center in Mars Salary: $31,200.00 - $45,622.00 Annually

Location : Madison County, NC...

Job Type: Permanent Full-Time

Job Number: 24-02730-60080852 Mars Hill WC

Department: Dept of Commerce

Division: Fiscal Management

Opening Date: 03/08/2024

Closing Date: 3/21/2024 5:00 PM Eastern

Job Class Title: Administrative Associate I

Position Number: 60080852

Salary Grade: NC01

Recruitment Range: $31,200-$39,062

Description of Work

The Welcome Center in Mars Hill is currently accepting applications for an Administrative Associate I position.

We are seeking an energetic, forward-thinking, passionate team player to join our Mars Hill Welcome Center.

Recruitment Salary Range: $31,200-$39,062

Salary Grade: NC01

The North Carolina Department of Commerce is the state's lead agency for economic, community and workforce development. The department works with local, regional, national, and international organizations to fulfill its mission to improve the economic well-being and quality of life for all North Carolinians.

The Visitor Services Program works in cooperation with strategic partners to strengthen the state's tourism industry by providing customer service and information on travel to and within North Carolina to visitors and potential visitors. It is comprised of four components: North Carolina Welcome Centers, Tourism Call Center, Tourism Fulfillment Center, and Tourism Warehouse. The Welcome Center program maximizes the opportunities to increase visitor expenditures through responsive promotion and marketing initiatives and by providing excellent customer service at points of entry to the state along interstate highways. Welcome Centers provide multiple travel services, such as providing travel information, planning trips, routing, distributing travel literature and making reservations for accommodations.

Travel Counselors must enjoy working with the public and can communicate clearly with the public in oral and written form. Use all available resources to provide visitors with excellent customer service; provide information about the state and its tourist facilities to visitors; distribute information on attractions, events, and accommodations to visitors; provide highway routing information to visitors; maintain brochure display racks, back stock, and order new and replacement brochures; participate in study/familiarization tours and share your experiences with coworkers; occasionally conduct oral presentations to schools or civic groups.

Welcome Centers are open 7 days a week from 8am to 5pm. The work schedule is onsite and includes weekday, weekend, and holiday work.

Our Mission Statement:

Welcome Centers provide multiple travel services, such as providing travel information, planning trips, routing, distributing travel literature and making reservations for accommodations. The Call and Fulfillment Centers, a collaboration between the Departments of Commerce, Transportation and Public Safety, are housed at the North Carolina Correctional Institution for Women in Raleigh. Inmate telephone operators provide information to consumers traveling or considering travel to and within North Carolina. In addition, they package and distribute the state's travel publications to potential visitors, gaining skills while providing an important service. This critical function is supported by the Tourism Warehouse, which is responsible for storing and transporting tourism materials to shipping facilities.

This position is located at I-26 West North Caolina Welcome Center in Mars Hill, NC (Madison County).

Compensation & Benefits:
The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.
Visit website for State Benefits
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

QUALIFIED APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT AN APPLICATION THAT CLEARLY REFLECTS WORK EXPERIENCE THAT DEMONSTRATES THE FOLLOWING:
• Ability to provide effective and positive customer service.
• Experience using strong interpersonal skills to communicate general information to answer inquiries from the public in oral and written form.
• Ability to make group presentations to the public / visitors as needed.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Internet search engines.
• General knowledge of the principles and practices of public relations, sales and customer service.
• General knowledge of promotional and publicity media suitable for use in the development of the tourism industry.
• Ability to learn and communicate general tourism information, including basic information regarding attractions, events, accommodations, recreational, historical and geographic features of the state.
• Ability to communicate and deal tactfully and cordially with all types of people.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for detail.

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Supplemental and Contact Information

The North Carolina Department of Commerce (Commerce) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job.

Commerce uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked, education with the date graduated, all work experience, and certificates/licenses. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to education or work experience listed on this application to receive credit. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to education or work experience listed on this application to receive credit. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
• Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
• If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an unofficial transcript to each application to receive credit for this education.

Due to the volume of applications received, we maybe unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account and click "Application Status." If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by management. If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification.

If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more.

Applicants requesting and receiving an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are eligible to submit paper applications via mail or by fax.

For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at 855.524.5627.

Helen Trotman

Agency HR Consultant I
North Carolina Department of Commerce

NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments:
There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.

For permanent and time-limited appointments:
Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.

01

Answers to supplemental questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. In order to receive credit for the supplemental questions in which you answered yes, you must provide supporting information within the body of the application, to support your answer. Your application should also reflect all education and all professional work experience acquired including high school and all degrees. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information. Have you provided such information within the body of the application? (Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education - including high school, Work Experience - each position should be listed separately, Certificates & Licenses, Skills and Additional Information).
• Yes
• No

02

If offered this position, will you accept an offer within the posted recruitment range of $31,200 - $39,062?
• Yes
• No

Required Question
Show more details...
via Allied Universal posted_at: 9 days agoschedule_type: Full-time and Part-time
Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, diverse and inclusive workplace, you will be part of a team that fuels a culture that will reflect in our communities and customers we serve. We offer medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, retirement plan... employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, diverse and inclusive workplace, you will be part of a team that fuels a culture that will reflect in our communities and customers we serve. We offer medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, retirement plan... employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks and more for most full-time positions!

Starting Pay: $18.60 / Hour

Part Time / Foot Patrol Post / Required to Work Outside in Elements

Preferred 1-2 Years of Security Experience

Join the World's Leading Global Security Company!

As a Security Officer, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, Healthcare, Education, Government and more.

Responsibilities:
• Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out safety and security procedures, site-specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem solving manner
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site.

Minimum Requirements:
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws. Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws.
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
• A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only

Perks and Benefits:
• Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions
• Schedules that fit with your personal life goals
• Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
• Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more…

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com

If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices
Show more details...