PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
Plan, organize, and direct the operations of the Tourism Development Authority, also known as the Art, Culture, and Tourism (ACT) Authority of the City of Clarksville, Tennessee. Achieve the vision, goals, and strategies set by the Board.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of tourism development, marketing, project management, and financing.
- Familiarity with local, state, and federal resources related to arts, culture, and tourism.
- Skills in facility management, data analysis, marketing, and promotional work.
- Ability to effectively manage arts, culture, and tourism activities, communicate clearly, and build relationships with industry leaders and officials.
- Ability to supervise staff and apply consultative sales techniques.
Education and Experience Requirements:
Minimum:
- Bachelor’s degree in marketing, tourism, or related field, and
- Five years of experience in marketing, public relations, facility management, event planning or a related field, or
- Equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Knowledge of marketing, communications, public relations, budgeting, and tourism industry regulations.
Additional Preferred:
- Advanced education or industry credentials in a relevant field
- Key leadership experience, with supervisory duties, in an arts, culture, or tourism entity
- Successful grant writing experience
Special Requirements:
- Must maintain a valid driver’s license.
- Must be available to work a flexible schedule, to include some nights, weekends, and holidays.
Supervisory Controls:
- This position oversees daily operations, staff, and partner relationships, working under general direction of the Board.
Physical Demands:
- Ability to exert medium physical effort, with occasional lifting (25-50 lbs) and extended periods at a workstation or standing.
- The ACT Authority provides reasonable accommodations under ADA.
Exposure Control:
- Work is typically performed without exposure to blood or body fluids but this may occur in emergencies.
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