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including tourist attractions is desirable as well as knowledge of the tourist

attractions of the surrounding areas. Familiarization with the available resources

of the County and the surrounding region is also considered a plus. General

knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, equipment, modern

accounting and bookkeeping methods, policies, procedures and practices is a

necessary skill set. Working knowledge of the principles and practices of

supervision and the ability to supervise a small group of employees is a

necessary attribute. The ability to communicate effectively in oral and written

form is mandatory. The successful applicant must be capable of exercising

independent judgment, discretion and initiative while utilizing tact and courtesy in

frequent contact with business and industrial representatives, government

officials and the general public.

This position requires a combination of education and/or experience equal to five

years in tourism, hospitality sales, marketing, or public relations. An emphasis

will be placed on those who have worked with the promotion of tourism and those

who have marketing experience. Demonstrated skills in planning, organization

and effective communication are essential. Previous experience in a Convention

and Visitors Bureau is highly desirable. Previous experience with an advertising

agency and/or with media negotiations is helpful.

Initiative and Enthusiasm: Maintains an enthusiastic, self-reliant and self-

starting approach to meet job responsibilities and accountabilities. Strives to

anticipate work to be done and initiates proper and acceptable direction for the

completion of work with a minimum of supervision and instruction.

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