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Visitor Information Centre Officer, Lockyer Valley QLD
Position Vacant: Tourism Investments & Events Specialist
- Salary: $91,393 – $104,145 p.a. plus 9.5% Superannuation
- Full time strategic role on the beautiful NSW South Coast
- Dynamic and award-winning tourism team
Shoalhaven City Council is a dynamic organisation serving a large and diverse community; limitless opportunity exists for an exciting and rewarding career. The Shoalhaven is located just 2 hours from Sydney and 2.5 hours from Canberra. The Shoalhaven is home to 104,000 people and comprises of 49 unique towns and villages. It is a place of great natural beauty and offers an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance.
Shoalhaven City Councils tourism department are seeking an Investments & Events Specialist to join their dynamic team. This is a permanent, full-time position located in the Nowra Administration Building.
The advertised salary is based on the grade of the position, comprising of 4 steps within the range shown. The starting salary is at Step 1 within the grade. Progression through the salary steps shall be based upon the achievement of performance objectives relating to the position.
Duties
Reporting directly to the Tourism Manager, the focus of this position is to:
- Identify, source and secure sport, cultural, arts events and the MICE market.
- Lead tourism investment attraction to the Shoalhaven eg major hotel development.
- Identify ‘gaps’ in tourism offerings and assist in the growth of the region’s long term tourism market.
- Development and ongoing implementation of a ‘whole of Council’ approach for attracting people to the region for tourism investment, relocation, business tourism and major events.
- Develop key interaction with external agencies, State and Federal Government and local chambers, to ensure ‘whole of community’ approach is developed.
- Assist and mentor local tourism business to support investment and growth in the region
Skills & Experience
In order to be successful in the position, you will be/ possess:
- Degree in Tourism Management, Marketing, Business Administration or a related discipline or relevant past experience /knowledge.
- Quality experience in destination management with a demonstrated understanding of current issues and trends in the tourism industry.
- Demonstrated ability to foster collaboration and information exchange within and across work groups in the delivery of outcomes for the community.
- Highly developed tourism investment and marketing skills.
This position requires a current NSW Working with Children Check. Applicants are required to apply and pay for this check if not already obtained.
Council requires applicants for this position to undergo a National Criminal History Check during the recruitment process. This check will be at the expense of Council.
Benefits
We are committed to creating a positive culture and strong team environment, and offer a range of benefits:
- Generous Leave Entitlements
- Long Service Leave After 5 Years
- 9 Day Fortnight for Outdoor Staff
- Flexitime for Indoor Staff
- Fitness Passport
- Novated Lease Arrangements
- Discounted Private Health Insurance
- Training and Development Programs
How to Apply
You will be required to upload your resume and a brief cover letter which should address the selection criteria as outlined in the job description.
During the application you will also be required to respond to position related questions as shown below and questions regarding general information about you.
- At Shoalhaven City Council our corporate core values are: Collaboration, Adaptability, Integrity and Respect. Please choose one value and advise how you have enacted this value in a professional setting.
- Please list the relevant qualifications and experience you hold.
- How do you effectively manage your time and ensure deadlines are met?
- This position requires an NSW Working With Children Check, please provide your Working With Children Check number.
Contact: Kristy Mayhew – 02 4429 3644
Applications Close: Sunday, 22 November 2020 (at Midnight)
When your application has been submitted completely, you will receive a confirmation email.
