Director of Economic Development and Tourism - [Listed 6/15/2008]
Town of Killington, Vermont
Responsibilities:	A new Department to generate additional four season business activity through diversification and expansion of entertainment, special events and infrastructure. The Director shall be responsible for the planning, marketing, organizing, management, and directing of the economic development, events and tourism activities, plans, programs and services for the Town. The Department annual budget is expected to be about $650,000.
Qualifications:	BA/BS degree three years of upper level management experience in tourism, special events, marketing and/or economic development.
Compensation:	$55,000 to $70,000 exc. fringe benefit pkg. inc. retirement and full family medical and dental insurance.
Contact:	Kathleen Ramsay Town of Killington Town Manager P.O. Box 429 Killington, Vermont 05751 802-422-3241 (phone) 802-422-3030 (fax) dave@town.killington.vt.us http://www.killingtontown.com
Vice President, Marketing - [Listed 7/1/2008]
Denver Metro Convention & Visitors Bureau
Responsibilities:	The individual will manage and lead Denver’s marketing, communication and interactive efforts. This is not your traditional senior level marketing position, the individual must be a strategic thinker AND a “doer”.
Qualifications:	Minimum four-year degree from an academic institution; 7 - 15 years related experience
Compensation:	We offer an attractive compensation and benefits package commensurate with experience and competitive market surveys. For consideration, please apply online at: http://www.denver.org/about-dmcvb/careers NOTE: Only online applications will be accepted; resumes/applications received outside of this process will not be included in the applicant pool or kept on-file.
Contact:	Human Resources Denver Metro CVB 1555 California Street, #300 Denver, CO 80202 3035719412 (phone)
Director of Sports Development - [Listed 7/1/2008]
Syracuse Convention & Visitors Bureau
Responsibilities:	The Director of Sports Development will direct and perform the sales and marketing required to solicit and book sports and athletic events as well as hobby groups for the destination, resulting in increased hotel occupancy and media exposure.
Qualifications:	„« Four-year degree „« Four years experience in related sports marketing, special events or hospitality industry sales and marketing. „« Able and willing to travel „« Knowledge of the amateur sports market „« Excellent command of the English Language „« Willingness to work weekends and evenings „« Own transportation necessary.
Compensation:	$40,000 - $48,000 company benefits
Contact:	Tracey Kegebein Syracuse Convention & Visitors Bureau 572 South Salina St. Syracuse, NY 13202 315-470-1908 (phone) 800-234-4797 x 1908 (alt. phone) 315-471-8545 (fax) Tkegebein@visitsyracuse.org http://www.visitsyracuse.org
Vice President of Sales - [Listed 7/1/2008]
Mobile Bay Convention and Visitors Bureau
Responsibilities:	Creates and implements all sales department strategies and tactics to promote and sell the destination to conventions and tradeshows in a manner which maximizes the economic impact on the area. May also oversee services department. At times, may serve as second-in-command of the organization when needed.
Qualifications:	4 yr degree;7 to 10 yrs sales experience at management level; experience as Sales Director/VP of another bureau, hotel or convention related industry preferred; excellent communication & organizational skills;CRM skills a plus
Compensation:	Competitive salary with excellent benefit package
Contact:	Jay Garraway Mobile Bay Convention & Visitors Bureau P O Box 204 Mobile, AL 36601-0204 251-208-2000 (phone) 251-208-2060 (fax) jay-garraway@mobile.org www.mobilebay.org
REGIONAL SALES MANAGER – MIDWEST REGION - [Listed 7/1/2008]
Dallas Convention & Visitors Bureau
Responsibilities:	Primarily responsible for the active solicitation of corporate and association based companies and organizations in the Midwest for the primary purpose of bringing their national and international meetings, conventions and tradeshows to Dallas. Candidate must be based in St. Louis, Kansas City or Minneapolis Areas.
Qualifications:	Five (5) years of Convention Sales and Meeting Planning experience required. Bachelors’ degree preferred.
Compensation:	Salary commensurate with experience, plus incentive opportunities. Ooffers a very competitive benefit package.
Contact:	Sherry K Andrus Dallas Convention & Visitors Bureau 325 N. St. Paul St., Suite 700 Dallas, TX 75201 214-571-1013 (phone) 214-665-2913 (fax) sandrus@dallascvb.com
Executive Director - [Listed 7/1/2008]
Longmont Area Visitors Association
Responsibilities:	Fiscal Management: Develop & manage budget Staff Development: Recruits, hires & supervises staff Financial Development: fundraising programs & events Marketing & PR: Develop marketing plan Membership: Directs quality member services & programs. Strategic Planning: Guides & manages planning for long & short term goals. Participate in regional, state, ntl and int'l organizations
Qualifications:	• Strong background in tourism industry • Excellent written, oral &presentation communication skills. • Strong organizational skills • Working knowledge of the community • Provide support to the hospitality industry, restaurants and cultural events.
Compensation:	$50,000 to $65,000 benefits
Contact:	Sue Henderberg LAVA 630 Coffman Longmont, CO 80501 303-776-9011 (phone) staff@VisitLongmont.org http://visitlongmont.org
Vice President of Facilities - [Listed 7/1/2008]
Las Vegas Convention & Visitors Authority
Responsibilities:	Fiscally and administratively manage the staff of the Facilities Department.
Qualifications:	Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university and fifteen or more years related experience in managing public assembly facilities, including building systems and services or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Compensation:	LVCVA is a governmental agency. Extraordinary Benefits: Insurance premium paid 100% for employee and dependants, includes health, dental, vision, and life insurance; ability to accrue personal time off up to 6 weeks per year; employer-paid Public Employees Retirement System; no Social Security taken out of paycheck. Salary $101,192.00 - $151,798.40.
Contact:	Brenda Williams Las Vegas Convention & Visitors Authority 3150 Paradise Rd Las Vegas, NV 89109 702-892-7590 (phone) 702-892-7545 (alt. phone) 702-892-7555 (fax) careers@lvcva.com http://lvcva.com
President/CEO - [Listed 7/1/2008]
Lake Havasu Convention & Visitors Bureau
Responsibilities:	Oversee the operations, marketing, budget preparation and staffing of a progressive Convention & Visitors Bureau
Qualifications:	4 year college degree with emphasis on hospitality or marketing. 5 years experience working for a CVB on a management level
Compensation:	Salary commensurate with experience. A full benefit package will be offered.
Contact:	Search Committee Lake Havsu Convention & Visitors Bureau 314 London Bridge Road Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403 928 453-3444 (phone) 928 453-3344 (fax) jparrott@colddwellbanker.com http://www.golakehavasu.com
Director of Media Relations - [Listed 7/1/2008]
California Travel and Tourism Commission
Responsibilities:	See Full Job Description at www.visitcalifornia.com/jobs
Qualifications:	See Full Job Description at www.visitcalifornia.com/jobs
Compensation:	See Full Job Description at www.visitcalifornia.com/jobs
Contact:	Matthew Sabbatini California Travel and Tourism Commission 980 Ninth Street Suite 480 Sacramento, CA 95814 916-319-5401 (phone) 916-444-0410 (fax) msabbatini@visitcalifornia.com www.visitcalifornia.com
CVB Sales Supervisor - [Listed 7/1/2008]
Santa Fe Convention and Visitors Bureau
Responsibilities:	Sales staff supervision; solicitation of conventions and meetings; strategies for all sales endeavors, promotional activities and action plans; implementation of marketing and solicitation programs; and advising on advertising programs and media schedules.
Qualifications:	Bachelor’s Degree in business administration, marketing, public relations, economics or related field and 5 years experience in hotel/motel sales or management, or convention sales or management.
Compensation:	$44,869 - $80,321 DOE For more information and to apply online: See Job Opportunities at www.santafenm.gov.
Contact:	Human Resources City of Santa Fe P.O. Box 909 Santa Fe, New Mexico 87504-0909 505-955-6601 (phone) 505-955-6810 (fax) http://www.santafenm.gov
Events Facilities Executive Director - [Listed 7/15/2008]
City of Sioux City
Responsibilities:	Perform administrative and supervisory duties in the administration, management, marketing and promoting the use of the Tyson Events Center, Convention Center, IBP Ice Center, Orpheum Theater and Tourism Bureau and managing Sports Authority.
Qualifications:	Minimum of eight years of experience in the administration/management of public assembly facilities at the Executive Director/General Manager. Graduation from accredited college with a minimum of a Bachelors degree, Masters degree preferred in business administration.
Compensation:	$78,024-$111,533/Annually/DOQ The City of Sioux City offers an excellent benefit package. Application available at www.sioux-city.org
Contact:	Sandy Blevins City of Sioux City PO Box 447 405 Douglas Street Sioux City, IA 51102 712-279-6205 (phone) 712-279-6200 (alt. phone) 712-279-6911 (fax) sblevins@sioux-city.org
President/CEO - [Listed 7/15/2008]
Bryan-College Station CVB, Texas
Responsibilities:	Key business leader in community. A visionary who works closely with the Board to develop and implement long and short term strategic, program and financial objectives. Responsible for all general directions, management and policy oversight of the CVB and all human and fiscal resources.
Qualifications:	Senior experienced professional with proven sales, marketing and management skills. Excellent communication skills. Board and Management experience. A change agent with proven consensus building skills. Bachelor Degree. Five to ten years of related senior level management experience.
Compensation:	Compensation commensurate with experience. Comprehensive and generous benefits package.
Contact:	Mr. Steve Moore Bryan-College Station CVB 715 University Drive East College Station, TX 77840 smoore@bcscvb.org http:// www.visitaggieland.com
Director, Washington DC Regional Sales - [Listed 7/15/2008]
Chicago Convention & Tourism Bureau
Responsibilities:	Director , Washington DC Regional Sales The Chicago Convention and Tourism Bureau is seeking a high-profile Director of Sales for the Association market to be responsible for aggressively soliciting large national accounts and non-profit trade shows that have 1,000 peak rooms or more, selling all Bureau services and creating awareness and competitive distinctness of McCormick Place, Navy Pier and the city of Chicago as a global destination. See the full job listing and how to apply at www.choosechicago.com under Contact Us.
Qualifications:	See above description
Compensation:	open
Contact:	Don Arneberg Chicago Convention & Tourism Bureau 2301 S. Lake Shore Dr. Chigcao, IL 60616 3125678558 (phone) 3125678500 (alt. phone) 3125678535 (fax) darneberg@choosechicago.com http://www.choosechicago.com
President/CEO - [Listed 7/15/2008]
Huntington Beach Conference and Visitors Bureau
Responsibilities:	Leads the Bureau toward its mission; oversees daily activities, programs and personnel; prepares annual operating budget, marketing plan, and regular reports to evaluate progress.
Qualifications:	Seven to ten years experience in the destination marketing industry in a senior leadership position, preferably in a resort destination. Proven leadership skills and the ability to direct/motivate subordinates. Commensurate with qualifications and experience. Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) and vacation.
Compensation:	Send cover letter with salary history and resume via e-mail attachments to shirleydettloff@socal.rr.com. No phone calls. Only e-mail submissions will be accepted.
Contact:	Shirley Dettloff Huntington Beach Conference & Visitors Bureau 301 W. Main St., Ste. 208 Huntington Beach, CA 92648-5171 shirleydettloff@socal.rr.com http://www.surfcityusa.com
Convention Sales Assistant - [Listed 7/15/2008]
Destination DC
Responsibilities:	A Convention Sales Assistant is responsible for assisting the Convention Sales Staff in planning and administering sales policies and programs to foster and promote hotel patronage of all Capital area hotels through the various Destination DC sales programs.
Qualifications:	a. Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office including, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, database management programs and ability to learn new software programs as directed. b. Bachelor’s Degree (B.S./B.A.) or commensurate experience in a similar capacity.
Compensation:	Commensurate with experience
Contact:	Chere Sanders Destination DC 901 -7th Street, NW 4th Floor Washington, DC 20001 202-789-7035 (phone) 202-448-8593 (fax) hr@destinationdc.com http://destinationdc.com
Executive Director, Angel fire Community Development Corporation - [Listed 7/15/2008]
Village of Angel Fire, New Mexico
Responsibilities:	Angel Fire, NM is seeking an individual to direct the activities of the Economic Development Corporation. This position will provide leadership to both the Community Development Corporation and the Chamber of Commerce and oversee all economic development and tourism activities, including recruitment and development of targeted businesses and services, plus manage all activities of the Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Qualifications:	Bachelors Degree and Chamber or Economic Development accreditation and at least seven years experience developing and managing economic development activities and tourism/visitor services, preferably in a rural setting.
Compensation:	$70,000-$90,000
Contact:	Patricia Galliher Village of Angel Fire POB 610 Angel Fire, NM 87710 575-377-3232 (phone) 575-377-3280 (fax) pgalliher@afgov.org
Director of Sales - [Listed 7/15/2008]
Galena/Jo Daviess County CVB
Responsibilities:	Direct the strategic marketing and group sales of the destination; plan, organize and coordinate all functions related to the meeting and motor coach program; and actively participate in trade shows and other events reuired to succesfully implement the CVB sales program.
Qualifications:	A bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, tourism or related field and a minimum of two years tourism/hotel related sales experience. Full job description and application available at www.jodaviess.org
Compensation:	Jo Daviess County pay grade nine and competitive benefit package.
Contact:	Betsy Eaton Galena/Jo Daviess County CVB 720 Park Ave Galena, IL 61036 815-777-3557 (phone) 815-777-4390 (alt. phone) 815-777-3566 (fax) director@galena.org http://www.galena.org
Tourism Sales Manager - [Listed 7/15/2008]
Las Cruces CVB
Responsibilities:	To promote Las Cruces as a visitor destination to individual and tour groups in order to generate Lodger’s Tax and Gross Receipts Tax to the community.
Qualifications:	Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/Marketing, Hospitality and Tourism, or related field plus two (3) years of sales experience in a Convention & Visitors Bureau, hotel, or directly-related field. A combination of education, experience, and training may be applied in accordance with City of Las Cruces policy. Valid NM Class D driver's license required.
Compensation:	$38,633.34 - $57,950.02 annually To apply visit: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/lascruces/default.cfm
Contact:	Anna Maya Las Cruces CVB 211 N Water Street Las Cruces, NM 88001 575-541-2444 (phone) 575-541-2164 (fax) annam@las-cruces.org http://agency.governmentjobs.com/lascruces/default
National Sales Manager - [Listed 7/15/2008]
Scottsdale Convention & Visitors Bureau
Responsibilities:	Generate leads and bookings in assigned market (currently NE), which may be revised annually,to achieve annual lead and booking goals. Coordinate and conduct site inspections, FAM tours, attend trade shows, sales missions,and client events to generate business. Create, increase and maintain client base in assigned region.
Qualifications:	Bachelors Degree from accredited acedemic institution, business or hospitality preferred. Excellent oral and written communication skills; strong knowledge of meeting, convention and hospitality industry.
Compensation:	Compensation D.O.E. and includes excellent benefits package. Position not eligible for relocation reimbursement.
Contact:	Genia Kehayes Scottsdale Convention & Visitors Bureau 4343 N Scottsdale Rd, Suite 170 Scottsdale, AZ 85251 480-421-1004 (phone) hr@scottsdalecvb.com
Visitor Concierge - [Listed 7/15/2008]
Newport Beach Conference & Visitors Bureau
Responsibilities:	Oversee, train, maintain brochures, log and improve NBCVB Visitor Services at Fashion Island. Enthusiastically, confidently greet Visitors, answer questions related to the destination.
Qualifications:	Familiar with Newport Beach as a travel destination and knowledgeable of NBCVB publications. Friendly, outgoing and enthusiastic personality. Enjoy being the face of Newport Beach to visitors Excellent communication, organization, self-initiative, problem solving skills. Background in hospitality field Word processing/computer proficiency. Professional attire. Wed-Sun workweek
Compensation:	$35-40k/year, depending on experience.
Contact:	Loretta Walker Newport Beach CVB 1200 Newport Center Drive Suite 120 Newport Beach, ca 92660 949-467-2741 (phone) 949-719-6109 (fax) loretta@visitnewportbeach.com http://www.visitnewportbeach.com
Convention Sales Manager - [Listed 7/15/2008]
Destination DC
Responsibilities:	The Convention Sales Manager is responsible for developing business for the Washington, DC metropolitan area as a convention destination; this includes in-house and convention center business.
Qualifications:	1. Minimum four to five (4 - 5) years sales management experience in related field, preferably convention bureau, facility or hotel sales and convention services 2. Bachelor’s Degree (B.S./B.A.) from four-year college or university in management, sales, marketing or related field.
Compensation:	Commensurate with experience
Contact:	Chere Sanders Destination DC 901 -7th Street, NW 4th Floor Washington, DC 20001 202-789-7035 (phone) 202-448-8593 (fax) hr@destinationdc.com http://destinationdc.com
Conference Sales Manager - [Listed 7/15/2008]
Destination DC
Responsibilities:	1. Generate bookings for meetings and conventions according to the priorities outlined in the marketing plan or more specifically meet certain seasonal and market segment factors.
Qualifications:	Minimum three to four (3 - 4) years sales management experience in related field, preferably convention bureau, facility or hotel sales and convention services. Background in event planning helpful. 2. Bachelor’s Degree (B.S./B.A.) from four-year college or university in management, sales, marketing or related field.
Compensation:	Commensurate with experience
Contact:	Chere Sanders Destination DC 901 -7th Street, NW 4th Floor Washington, DC 20001 202-789-7035 (phone) 202-448-8593 (fax) hr@destinationdc.com http://destinationdc.com
Marketing Manager - [Listed 7/15/2008]
Global Management Services Inc.
Responsibilities:	Chicago based Destination Management Company seeks Marketing Manager; B.A. plus two years marketing or market research analysis required; apply with copy of this ad to Global Management Services Inc., 360 N Michigan, Ste. 1001, Chicago, IL 60601. No calls.
Qualifications:	B.A. plus two years marketing or market research analysis required.
Compensation:	Open
Contact:	H.R. Department Global Management Services Inc. 360 N Michigan 360 N Michigan Chicago, IL 60601
Client Services Manager - [Listed 7/15/2008]
TIG Global (Hospitality Internet Marketing)
Responsibilities:	Based in Chevy Chase, Maryland. •Develop, sustain client relationships •Manage lifecycle of website development •Provide intelligent analysis and reporting •Facilitate email-marketing campaigns •Maintain proactive account management
Qualifications:	•Minimum three years interactive/online agency experience is preferred •History of successful strategic customer account management •Strong project management, problem solving, and organizational skills •Experience creating and delivering presentations •Excellent oral and written communication skills •Self-motivated, energetic
Compensation:	Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, with health, dental and 401(k).
Contact:	Catherine Swezey TIG Global 5550 Friendship Blvd. Suite T100 Chevy Chase, Maryland 20815 (301) 841-4722 (phone) (301) 841-4750 (fax) careers@tigglobal.com http://www.tigglobal.com
Convention Sales Manager - [Listed 7/15/2008]
Las Cruces CVB
Responsibilities:	To promote Las Cruces as a meeting/convention destination by soliciting and obtaining group business to the City of Las Cruces in order to generate revenue for the community.
Qualifications:	Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Marketing, Hospitality and Tourism, or related field plus three (3) years sales experience in a Convention & Visitors Bureau, hotel, or directly-related field. A combination of education, experience, and training may be applied in accordance with City of Las Cruces policy. Valid Class D driver's license is required.
Compensation:	Annually: $38,633.34 - $57,950.02 To apply visit: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/lascruces/default.cfm
Contact:	Anna Maya Las Cruces CVB 211 N Water Street Las Cruces, NM 88001 575-541-2444 (phone) 575-541-2164 (fax) annam@las-cruces.org http://agency.governmentjobs.com/lascruces/default