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Job opportunities with destination marketing organizations and industry partners in tourism, hospitality, and economic development. Please direct inquiries regarding these positions to the contact information provided by these organizations.

This Career Center is sponsored by "Promoter" Level ally and corporate member-partner, The Chason Group, Inc. 

 

 

The Columbus, Georgia Convention and Visitors Bureau d/b/a VisitColumbus is seeking a President and Chief
Executive Officer. The CVB serves as the Destination Marketing Organization for the largest second tier city in
Georgia. Peter Bowden, current leader of the DMO, has announced his plans to retire later this year.
The President and Chief Executive Officer will be directly responsible to the VisitColumbus Board of Commissioners.
The professional will plan, direct, and coordinate the promotion and marketing of Columbus as a convention and
tourist destination.
The Chason Group (www.thechasongroup.com) has been retained by VisitColumbus to lead the executive search. Full Job Description. 

 

 

MEMBER OPPORTUNITIES 

  

BRAND & WEBSITE MANAGER, Alpharetta Convention & Visitors Bureau

The Brand & Website Manager is responsible for maintaining graphic design and branding for all collateral and ads, managing Simpleview and STR data/programs, maintaining and updating website driving business to Alpharetta hotels, maintaining calendar of events, and supporting all functions of the Bureau with creative strategies. Manages all technical aspects of Bureau's website, including design, layout, functionality, and content. Full job description

 

 

  

 

EMPLOYMENT & INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES IN ATLANTA, Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau

 Employment opportunities with Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau. Job descriptions. 

 

Director of Sales, East Point Convention & Visitors Bureau

The Director of Sales leads initiatives to drive tourism and promote the City of East Point as a world-class destination to group markets. This individual implements sales strategies to generate leads and secure bookings; manages department budget; and directs sales operations to ensure the highest standards for revenue and economic impact goals are met each year. Full position description. Direct Inquiries to: [email protected]

 

 

Georgia Department of Economic Development Tourism Division

Georgia Visitor Information Manager (Lavonia, GA) 
 
The Visitor Information Center Manager will report to the Visitor Services Manager and will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the Lavonia VIC (located on I-85 South), including supervising full-time and part-time staff and overseeing center activities.  
 
Primary responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: customer service, team training, supervision and leadership, assisting with content for the website/social media/publications, working closely with the Partner Marketing and Marketing & Communications teams to sell and market Georgia and its destinations, managing displays and the overall look and feel of Center, and ensuring that Center goals are met. Full job description
 
For career opportunities to join the tourism team, please visit these current openings at Explore Georgia, Tourism Division of GDEcD 

 

 

Georgia Department of Economic Development Tourism Division

Visitor Information Specialist (Saint Marys, GA) 
 
The Visitor Information Specialist greets and provides information to travelers regarding events and attractions in Georgia and provides assistance to travelers in planning routes, locating and booking lodging, or locating mechanical, medical or other services as needed. Full Job Description
 
For career opportunities to join the tourism team, please visit these current openings at Explore Georgia, Tourism Division of GDEcD 

 

  

Partner Relations Manager, Visit Henry County

Visit Henry County, Georgia (VHCG) is the tourism promotion arm of the Henry County Chamber of Commerce. VHCG is seeking an outgoing individual to build relationships with VHCG’s tourism partners. The partner relations manager is responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with the VHCG stakeholders, developing, and implementing training and educational programing and assisting the Visitors Service Manager with the operations of the VHCG Mobile Visitors Center. This person will professionally and pleasantly interact with a variety people and, as appropriate, will represent VHCG at designated functions. Full Job Description. 

Visitors Services Manager, Visit Henry County 

Visit Henry County, Georgia (VHCG) is the tourism promotion arm of the Henry County Chamber of Commerce, charged with marketing the cities of Stockbridge, Hampton and Locust Grove and the unincorporated parts of Henry County. In January of 2023, VHCG launched a mobile visitors center to welcome guests to Henry County and provide them with local information. The Visitors Services Manager is responsible for all aspects of the Mobile Visitors Center both locally and outside Henry County. The Visitors Services Manager is also responsible for all visitor level servicing such as distribution of visitors guide, visitors center programs and group services. Full Job Description. 

  

 

Economic Development Team Member

This position is located with the Georgia Center for Workforce and Economic Resilience and works with state agencies, local governments, development authorities, regional commissions, and other similar organizations to provide applied research and technical assistance focused on economic development and related topics. The main role of this economic development position is to develop and lead technical assistance and applied research projects for state and local government partners. This position will serve as an educational resource for economic development strategy information and best practices in Georgia. The position involves consulting with local government and state government officials; conducting analyses; facilitating planning and public engagement sessions; developing reports; and preparing monographs, reports, datasets, webinars, and other presentations that address practitioner/policymaker needs, with an emphasis on economic development. Link to the job description and application portal for the economic development positions: CVIOG Economic Development Faculty [ugajobsearch.com]

 

 E-Mobility Engagement Lead

This position is a leadership position within the Carl Vinson Institute of Government and part of UGA’s overall E-mobility Initiative. This would be great opportunity for the right person to come in and build a team and program around ways that CVIOG and UGA can continue to assist the state and local communities on all things e-mobility (e.g., economic development, workforce development, community development, infrastructure, etc.).  We are looking for someone who can be out in the state, participating in these important conversations, and then connect our resources in a way that can truly inform decision-making (both on the state and local levels). The location of the position is flexible, although it would need to be in Georgia. Link to the application portal CVIOG E-Mobility Engagement Lead [ugajobsearch.com

  

Executive Director of Visit Sandy Springs

The Executive Director of Visit Sandy Springs will lead a team of destination marketing professionals and manage a $1.7 million budget in order to promote overnight stays of visitors and meeting groups within the City of Sandy Springs (“City”). This generally includes management and oversight of day-to-day operations and activities of Sandy Springs Hospitality & Tourism, Inc./Visit Sandy Springs (the Destination Marketing Organization, “DMO”), including but not limited to the management of and support for the Marketing and Sales teams, to achieve the goals of the DMO. The Executive Director shall report to the Sandy Springs Hospitality & Tourism, Inc. Board of Directors.  Full Job Description 

 


Downtown Tourism & Development Coordinator 

This position is responsible for coordinating the daily operations of Thomasville’s downtown Main Street program and Tourism initiatives. With a high level of focus to the community’s historic preservation and economic development efforts, the Downtown & Tourism Development Coordinator is the first point of contact for inquiries related to Downtown Thomasville and our Tourist attractions, working closely with the Main Street and Tourism Managers to ensure all downtown and tourism initiatives are successful to support economic vitality. Full Job Description.

 

 Special Events Manager 

Organizes and manages community special events, such as the annual Rose Show and Festival, Victorian Christmas, First Fridays, July 4th Celebration, Black History Celebration and others as assigned. Responsible for assisting with destination marketing and communication initiatives, working directly with Main Street, Tourism and Marketing. Responsible for facility management of the Municipal Auditorium and The Ritz Amphitheater. Full Job Description. 

 

 

The Chason Group, Inc. 

For positions in community and economic development, tourism, destination attractions, government affairs, and more, please visit these executive search opportunities through The Chason Group. 

 

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