Job Openings:

Duplin County (NC) is seeking a visionary leader with experience in destination marketing and sales for the role of Executive Director.  The person should have excellent communication skills and proven abilities to partner with media, industry and staff.  A dynamic personality to represent tourism to the community and consumer markets is necessary - comfortable with public speaking and ability to inform and educate on the economic benefits of tourism.  A combination of education and/or experience in a leadership role within a tourism related entity is required.  Please reply with resume and compensation history for consideration.

Please submit Resume to: Duplin County Tourism, PO Box 965, Kenansville, NC 28349 or email them to tour@duplintourism.org. You can print out an application by clicking here .

Job Description:

POSITION TITLE:                                     Executive Director

                                          Duplin County Tourism Development Authority

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

REPORTS TO:                                                              Chairman

Duplin County Tourism Development Authority  

RESPONSIVE TO:                                    Board of Directors

Duplin County Tourism Development Authority

The Executive Director is responsible for effectively managing the operation and administration of the Duplin County Tourism Development Authority in compliance with TDA’s policies and guidelines, the Board’s directives and other guidance from the Board Chairman.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Carry out duties as the Director of the Duplin County Tourism Development Authority/d.b.a. Duplin County Tourism

Supervise and direct all Tourism staff and make the day-to-day executive decisions necessary to accomplish the mission of the Tourism Development Authority.

Direct the sales staff in accomplishing the goals of the CVB with regards to group tour and small meetings markets. Encourage development of new markets.

Prepare input, execute and monitor the authorized annual budget for the Duplin County TDA.

Maintain public contact and positive public relations in the community, state and nation.

Maintains Duplin County Tourism website as well as countywide calendar of events.

Seek positive results in informing and working with the public, the tourism board and public officials as to the mission and benefits of the Duplin County TDA. Work within the community as a catalyst for product development..

Develop and manage the marketing plan for the Duplin County TDA.

Serves at the pleasure of the Duplin County Tourism Development Authority.

Plan and execute routine TDA meetings - reporting activities and accomplishments, setting goals, and planning for future tourism development.

Represent Duplin County through membership and participation in appropriate professional associations and travel organizations

Maintain a professional level of performance, service, and accuracy, while creating a hospitable environment representing Duplin County’s tourism industry