Visitor Information Center Manager,Columbus
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- Economic Development, Georgia Department of - GDEcD
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- 4 days ago Post Date
Georgia Department of Economic Development
Position Announcement
Title: | Georgia Visitor Information Center Manager, Columbus | Salary: | $44,000-47,000* commensurate with experience | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Division: | Tourism | Location: | Columbus, GA | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Duties and Responsibilities: |
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Minimum Qualifications: | · High school diploma/GED and five (5) years in a lead worker, team leader, or supervisory role communicating information in a customer service setting; OR two (2) years of experience as an Information Specialist in a Georgia VIC or similar tourism organization. · Basic knowledge of the State of Georgia, including major attractions, destinations, history, and natural resources. · Strong customer service skills. · Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) · Strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills. · Strong team building skills · Strong leadership skills and ability to use judgement to make sound split second decisions · Capable of learning, following, and creating protocols for day-to-day operations · Capacity to work both independently AND in a team-oriented environment.
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Preferred Qualifications: | · Bachelor’s degree and three (3) years of supervisory experience in hospitality, tourism, or other area with a strong customer service focus which included responsibility for administrative functions. · Experience learning, following, and creating protocols for day-to- day operations · Georgia tourism industry experience with extensive knowledge of the State, · Knowledge of State of Georgia operating policies and procedures. · Experience giving formal presentations. · Experience working on collaborative projects.
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Travel Required? | Some (meetings, familiarization tours). | Nights, Weekends Required? | Weekends required (rotating). | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Deadline: | Open until filled, apply ASAP. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Application Instructions: To apply for this position, you must submit your resumé and cover letter (PDF format preferred) via the link on our careers page at https://www.georgia.org/about-us/career-job-search. If you do not have internet access or require an accommodation because of a disability, please contact GDEcD Human Resources at 404-962-4000 or email jobs@georgia.org.
Additional Information for Applicants: All qualified candidates will be considered but may not receive an interview. Preference will be given to applicants who meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications. Information on publicly posted social media accounts may be reviewed as part of the screening process. Applicants who are not selected for interviews will not receive notification.
To be considered for a salary offer above the entry level (if a range is posted), the successful candidate MUST have most of the education and experience qualifications shown as preferred. To receive an offer at the top of the range posted, experience must exceed preferred level. Offers will not exceed the top amount posted.
Applicants selected for hire will be subject to a background check, including a criminal history record check. Depending on the position, the background check may include education verification, credit check, and driving record. Additionally, male applicants between 18 and 26 years of age must present proof of Selective Service Registration if hired.
Please note, if travel is required, the selected candidate will be required to pay travel expenses (hotel, meals, etc.) up front and will be reimbursed within one week of expense statement approval.
GDEcD is an Equal Opportunity Employer
