Tourism Manager

Adecco is actively seeking a dynamic Tourism Manager to join our esteemed client, a member of the Assembly of First Nations, to oversee and promote tourism activities, enhance visitor experiences, and develop new revenue streams in Gold River, BC. This full-time position, offering a competitive salary, requires 31.5 working hours per week, promoting work-life balance. The role demands strategic planning, excellent organizational skills, and a collaborative spirit.

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Pay Rate: $95,000-$105,000/year.

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Location: Gold River, BC

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Shifts:

31.5 Hours / week

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Job type: Permanent | Full-time

Responsibilities:

· Oversee and manage the scheduling and staffing of activities related to parking and boat launches at the local Marina.

· Coordinate the scheduling and staffing of the water taxi service to meet visitor demand and maintain high service standards.

· Handle all point-of-sale operations, ensuring accurate and efficient transactions.

· Manage tourism-related revenue responsibilities, including tracking income, managing expenses, and reporting on financial performance.

· Identify, plan, and develop potential new tourism revenue-generating activities that align with the community's strategic goals.

· Conduct market research and feasibility studies to identify new opportunities for tourism growth and development.

· Develop and forecast budget needs for both existing and expanding tourism operations, ensuring financial sustainability.

· Seek and obtain funding from various BC rural tourism initiative programs.

· Monitor budget performance, adjust plans as necessary, and report on budgetary outcomes to the CEO and other stakeholders.

· Collaborate with community members, local businesses, and other stakeholders to promote tourism initiatives and ensure alignment with community interests.

· Develop and maintain strong relationships with local, regional, and national tourism organizations.

· Work with the hotel manager to position the hotel (owned by the First Nation) as a destination of choice for all tourism-related activities.

· Develop and implement marketing strategies to promote the region’s tourism offerings.

· Manage digital and traditional marketing channels to attract visitors and enhance the region's tourism profile.

· Continuously evaluate and improve visitor experiences to ensure high levels of satisfaction and repeat visitation.

· Develop visitor programs and services that highlight the unique cultural and natural assets of the First Nation.

· Undertake other ad hoc projects as assigned by the CEO, based on time availability and organizational needs.

Requirements:

· Legal eligibility to work and reside in Canada.

· Bachelor's degree in Tourism Management, Business Administration, or related field

· 3-5 years of experience in similar role, preferably in community-focused or indigenous tourism

· Proficiency in budget development, financial forecasting, and revenue management

· Extensive knowledge of tourism attractions in the West Vancouver Island and Gold River-Tahsis region

· Strong leadership, team management, and communication skills

· Ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders and community members setting.