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    "description": "<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Vice President of Community Engagement </span></p>\n<p><br><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">About Us </span></p>\n<p><br><br></p>\n<p>Travel Lane County promotes the Eugene, Cascades &amp; Coast region to support a resilient, year-round and countywide economy that enriches our communities. Our team is collaborative, innovative and driven by a shared commitment to serving the place we call home. </p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span><br></span></span><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span><span>The Role</span></span></span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span><span>We're</span><span> seeking a </span><span>Vice President of Community Engagement</span><span> to serve as </span><span>a community leader and partner for the tourism industry throughout Lane County</span><span>. </span><span>In </span><span>t</span></span><span><span>his role </span><span>you’ll</span><span> </span><span>drive strategies that strengthen our local economy and enhance quality of life through sustainable tourism.</span></span><span><span> </span><span>Experience in and working with public, private, nonprofit and membership organizations </span><span>provides</span><span> an excellent </span><span>skillset </span><span>for this job. </span><span>This role combines </span><span>passion for community,</span><span> skill in advocacy</span><span>, </span><span>communication</span><span> </span><span>and </span><span>collaboration with</span><span> the ability to</span><span> build and</span><span> </span><span>sustain</span><span> </span><span>meaningful </span><span>relationships</span><span>. </span><span> </span></span><span> </span></p>\n<p><br><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span><span>What Makes You a Great Fit</span></span></span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span><span>We’re</span><span> looking for someone who:</span></span><span> </span></p>\n<p><br><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span><span>Believes</span><span> in </span><span>community</span><span>. </span></span></span><span><span>You are insp</span><span>ired by </span><span>o</span><span>thers'</span><span> passion for where they live. You </span><span>are </span><span>curious</span><span> and love being </span><span>in the know</span><span>. You are as happy to support </span><span>someone</span><span> else’s great idea as you are to champion your own. </span></span><span> </span></p>\n<p><br><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span><span>Values</span><span> </span><span>service and </span><span>collaboration.</span></span></span><span><span> </span><span>You have experience with local businesses, community leaders, </span><span>media</span><span> and partners in public and private sectors. You can understand the perspective of others.</span><span> You are the first to jump in to help a coworker or community partner.</span></span><span> </span></p>\n<p><br><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span><span>Brings a </span><span>problem-solving</span><span> mindset. </span></span></span><span><span>You believe anything is possible and </span><span>seek solutions. </span><span>You love to </span><span>vision and drive </span><span>big ideas</span><span> while </span><span>also </span><span>valuing the </span><span>day-to-day</span><span> work it takes to make an impact.</span></span><span> </span></p>\n<p><br><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span><span>Is</span><span> experienced. </span></span></span><span><span>You</span><span> have built and implemented strategies that aligned diverse interests. </span><span>You can c</span><span>ommunicat</span><span>e</span><span> clearly and persuasively </span><span>to diverse audiences including public speaking, media </span><span>relations</span><span> and one</span><span>-</span><span>on</span><span>-</span><span>one</span><span> conversations</span><span>. </span><span>You’ll</span><span> step right in to </span><span>creating and evaluating strategies, </span><span>n</span><span>avigating government processe</span><span>s</span><span> and</span><span> </span><span>policymaking</span><span>. Mentoring and guiding a staff team inspires you.</span></span><span> </span></p>\n<p><br><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span><span>What to Expect</span></span></span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span><span>You’ll</span><span> be out in </span><span>the community</span><span> connecting with partners</span><span> at events and meetings</span><span> throughout Lane County regularly. </span><span>You'll</span><span> work from our downtown Eugene office alongside a team that genuinely enjoys collaborating and believes in our mission. The role offers potential for hybrid work after your first few months. W</span><span>e</span><span> </span><span>value being where our partners are</span><span>, which sometimes</span><span> includes morning, </span><span>evening</span><span> and weekend events. This keeps you connected to the real-world impact of what we do.</span></span><span> </span></p>\n<p><br><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span><span>Starting pay:</span></span></span><span><span> $</span><span>82,000/year </span><span>(full-time, exempt)</span></span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span><br></span></span><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span><span>Benefits include:</span></span></span><span> </span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span><span>Medical and dental insurance</span></span><span> </span></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span><span>Paid holidays, </span><span>vacation</span><span> and sick leave </span></span><span> </span></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span><span>Employer SEP/IRA contributions after two years</span></span><span> </span><br></li>\n</ul>\n<p><br><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span><span>A culture built on collaboration and innovation.</span></span></span><span><span> We champion each other's growth, step up to help when </span><span>needed</span><span> and stay focused on work that </span><span>benefits</span><span> our broader community.</span></span><span> </span></p>\n<p><br><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span><span>Work that matters.</span></span></span><span><span> Your efforts directly support </span><span>local </span><span>businesses</span><span>, community groups, government, and residents</span><span>.</span><span> </span><span>You'll</span><span> </span><span>strengthen communi</span><span>ties a</span><span>cross Lane County </span><span>while contributing to a visitor economy that </span><span>benefits</span><span> the people who l</span><span>ive here</span><span>.</span></span><span> </span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><em>Position is open until filled. First review of applications will be on November 12.</em></p>\n<p><br><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Position Title: Vice President of Community Engagement </span></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Purpose of Position:  </span></p>\n<p> </p>\n<ul>\n<li>Lead development and implementation of strategic community engagement, industry activation and destination development that strengthens Lane County’s economy and quality of life.  </li>\n<li> </li>\n<li>Lead community and industry engagement strategy development, implementation and evaluation for alignment with community and industry needs.  </li>\n<li>Build strong relationships, engagement and communications with partners in the destination including local businesses, industry associations, media, community leaders, residents, members, and partners in both the private and public sector.  </li>\n<li>Create and communicate clear, accurate, relevant and persuasive messaging and external reports.  </li>\n<li>Oversee destination development for sustainable, community enhancing visitation.  </li>\n<li>Provide strategic guidance and oversight for membership development, services and events. </li>\n<li>Manage staff. </li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Responsibilities*: </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">Organizational Leadership (20%) </span></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Actively engage as a member of the senior management team in collaboration with the CEO. </li>\n<li>Serve as a staff role model in implementing Travel Lane County’s adopted organizational values. </li>\n<li>Develop strategies, evaluate program performance, identify improvements and advise on needed changes. </li>\n<li>Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of strategic thinkers and innovators. </li>\n<li>Cultivate a culture of service, creativity, collaboration and continuous improvement within the organization. </li>\n<li>Provide mentorship to staff on integrating and leveraging programs and projects.  </li>\n<li>Work to maintain a collaborative, efficient and rewarding workplace that values the entire team. </li>\n<li>Assist in the implementation of destination organization best practices as a Destination Management Accreditation Program (DMAP) certified organization. </li>\n<li>Ensure community messaging, community connectivity, and strategic communications are integrated into all initiatives. </li>\n</ul>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">Community &amp; Government Relations (40%) </span></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Foster strong relationships with community stakeholders, including local businesses, government agencies and residents. </li>\n<li>Advocate for the benefits of tourism and support for community-based tourism </li>\n<li>Collaborate with community organizations to advance projects that support a vibrant year-round and county wide economy. </li>\n<li>Monitor industry issues, develop and implement strategies to advocate for a policy environment that supports the local industry and community. </li>\n<li>Facilitate the board issues committee. </li>\n<li>Prepare an annual government and community communications strategy for inclusion in the annual marketing plan. </li>\n<li>Prepare appropriate supplemental communications to government and community leaders.  </li>\n<li>Maintain information on new infrastructure development for use in communications efforts. </li>\n<li>Attend public hearings, relevant open house and forum events, and represent Travel Lane County on issues as appropriate in collaboration with CEO. </li>\n<li>Schedule and coordinate presentations to local service groups, chambers, city councils, commissions and committees. </li>\n<li>Maintain presentation materials such as PowerPoint presentations, charts, handouts, etc. </li>\n<li>Analyze available industry data (Transient Lodging Tax (TLT), sentiment, etc.) to inform organizational strategy. </li>\n<li>Monitor TLT use across the county to ensure transparency and legal use of funds. </li>\n<li>Educate elected leaders on the benefits of the visitor economy and the strategic investment of TLT funds. </li>\n</ul>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">Local Media Relations (10%) </span></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Lead local media and communications strategy that supports Travel Lane County’s mission and elevates Travel Lane County’s role and reputation as a trusted leader and partner. </li>\n<li>Establish strong relationships and communications with print, broadcast and digital media throughout Lane County. </li>\n<li>Generate regular local media communications on Travel Lane County programs and visitor industry updates and issues. </li>\n<li>Conduct interviews and coordinate interviews for senior staff as content appropriate. </li>\n<li>Secure and track coverage on a regular basis in local print, digital and broadcast media. </li>\n<li>Monitor news in Lane County for issues that affect the tourism industry. </li>\n<li>Share visitor industry related items of interest from area media to Travel Lane County staff.  </li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">Member, Partner and Development Program Oversight (15%) </span></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Prepare annual membership/partnership sales and services strategy for annual marketing plan. </li>\n<li>Prepare annual destination development and community engagement strategy for annual marketing plan. </li>\n<li>Support staff implementing membership, destination development and community engagement plans providing leadership, guidance and strategic evaluation. </li>\n<li>Maintain/update media and member sections of website, posting releases, reports, and updating content. </li>\n<li>Facilitate relationships between local media and member businesses. </li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">External Reports (5%) </span></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Generate monthly departmental report quantifying results.  </li>\n<li>Generate external reports (from internal reports) for media and use by CEO.  </li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">Community Campaigns (10%) </span></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Develop communications strategy, internally and externally, to effectively articulate the long-term benefits of tourism to residents and stakeholders. </li>\n<li>Collaborate with Integrated Marketing team on in-market campaigns to connect residents with the Eugene, Cascades &amp; Coast region, Travel Lane County, and the Visitor Center as a trip planning resource and parking permit retail location. </li>\n<li>Participate in special projects and support as appropriate. <br></li>\n</ul>\n<p><br></p>\n<p>Other Duties as Assigned </p>\n<p> *(Percentages provided as a guide only. Work will vary over time.) </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Position Requirements: </span></p>\n<p> </p>\n<ul>\n<li>Minimum of 10+ years of experience in developing and implementing strategic public affairs, communications and community development including advocacy, community organizing or other strategies that build connection and collaboration with diverse interests, preferably across multiple geographic communities. Experience in Lane County or similar destination, destination organization, membership organization or association, hospitality (lodging, guide or outfitter, food &amp; beverage etc.), economic or related fields is a plus. </li>\n<li>5+ years supervisory experience. </li>\n<li>Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. </li>\n<li>Ability to think critically, analyze complex issues, and provide innovative solutions. </li>\n<li>Passion for serving the community. </li>\n<li>Professional and enthusiastic attitude. </li>\n<li>Ability to successfully collaborate with a diverse range of people. </li>\n<li>Public speaking experience. </li>\n<li>Media relations experience, including media releases, interviews, and results tracking. </li>\n<li>Proficient computer skills including CRM systems (Simpleview preferred), Microsoft Office 365 newsletter software etc. </li>\n<li>Data analysis and reporting. </li>\n<li>Valid Oregon driver’s license, clean driving record and ability to drive a company van. </li>\n<li>Ability to set up and take down information table with brochures and other materials including tables, tents, etc   </li>\n<li>Able to work evenings and weekends when necessary. </li>\n<li> </li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Compensation/Hours: </span></p>\n<p> </p>\n<ul>\n<li>This is a full-time, salaried, Executive Exempt position with managerial duties based in our downtown Eugene office. 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