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The Tourism Advisor is a seasonal full-time out-of-scope position and is focused on managing the local Tourism Centre by developing and promoting local opportunities to attract visitors and enhance the cultural experiences of residents. In addition to this, the Advisor will assist local and outside visitors with their travel and service needs.
Qualifications:
A drivers license is preferred but not essential
Computer skills in Microsoft programs (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, email, etc)
Excellent attention to detail
Excellent interpersonal skills, and ability to work with senior members of the administrative team, and capable of fostering and maintaining effective working relationships
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong public relations skills
Dedicated to ongoing learning and professional development
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
- Significant use of memory
Transportation/Travel Information
- Own transportation
- Own vehicle
- Valid driver's licence
Specific Skills
- Act as spokesperson for an organization
- Develop and organize workshops, meetings, ceremonies and other events for publicity, fundraising and information purposes
- Co-ordinate special publicity events and promotions
- Liaise with community groups
Work Setting
- Museum
- Gallery
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
Own Tools/Equipment
- Cellular phone