Assistant Director of Tourism Development

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF TOURISM DEVELOPMENT

Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County is currently looking for an experienced, full-time Assistant Director of Tourism Development reporting to the Director of Tourism Development and with programmatic responsibilities tied to finance and administration. This is a new position for the organization and one that requires flexibility, initiative, and commitment to the mission. The Assistant Director of Tourism Development is a full-time, exempt position.

Responsibilities include:

Tourism Development

· Integral team member striving to create innovative programs and products to inspire, inform, and maximize domestic and international travelers.

· Collaborate and partner with federal, state, and local agencies, organizations, and businesses to identify and develop tourism programs and products.

· Work closely with marketing teams to effectively bring tourism programs and products to the marketplace.

Grants & Reporting

• Knowledge of laws, regulations, rules, policies, procedures, and methods governing the administration of federal grants, state and local grants.

• Knowledge of financial methods, procedures, and industry practices.

• Stay abreast of new grant opportunities, programs and regulations and identifies possible grant needs and sources.

• Provide technical support and training to staff and assist with grant writing.

• Prepare performance statistics and reports on grant activities.

• Monitor and coordinate compliance tasks in specialized areas related to the use of grant funds.

Market Research and Analysis

• Assist with developing models for collection, assessment, and interpretation of data and reports.

• Support strategic planning efforts and track key performance indicators.

Other duties as assigned including occasionally attending events and/or special projects

Qualifications:

• 1-2 years’ experience in research, grant administration, grant management, obtaining funds for grants projects and programs

• Experience with project management software SmartSheet

• Knowledge of tourism and economic development in Anne Arundel County and Annapolis.

Compensation: $60,000- $70,000/annually

Submission

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Grant writing: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location