Development Manager Job Charlottesville Virginia USA,Business

Position: Destination Development Manager

The Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC) is seeking a Destination Development Manager to cover the Counties of Amelia, Amherst, Appomattox, Buckingham, Campbell, Culpeper, Cumberland, Fauquier, Greene, Madison, Nelson, Orange, Powhatan, Rappahannock and the City of Lynchburg. This position will work with tourism industry partners and will facilitate the development of community-based tourism programs, new products, and tourism-related businesses. The successful candidate should live in one of the covered counties or city.

Responsibilities:

Provide tourism strategic planning, technical assistance, and product development guidance

Present to local, regional, state, and federal organizations

Provide cooperative marketing assistance to communities and small tourism-oriented businesses

Connect tourism industry representatives and small businesses with VTC services

Skills:

Strong communication and organizational skills

Experience with prioritizing and managing multiple projects simultaneously

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as collaboratively within a team environment

Exhibit sound judgment in making decisions and maintain confidentiality on sensitive matters

Comprehensive knowledge of tourism development and marketing, economic development planning, entrepreneurship, professional leadership, and community development

Considerable knowledge of strategic planning, goal setting, community visioning and value development, and project planning and implementation preferred

Proficiency in MS Office suite

Experience:

At least 5 years of experience in economic development, strategic planning, tourism, marketing, or related field preferred.

This position will have the ability to telecommute, must have access to reliable internet connectivity, and the discipline to work independently from a home office. Considerable travel and evening meetings within the served regions, including regular trips to the Richmond office and other parts of Virginia will be required. A valid driver’s license is required.

Being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment. VTC uses the E-Verify system and does not provide sponsorship.

All candidates must apply through our website https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Salary range: $75,000-$88,000. Final date to receive applications:
October 22, 2026.

VTC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or against otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities. It is VTC’s intent that its employment and personnel policies and practices conform to all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action.

Applicants requiring more information or requiring assistance may contact VEDP Human Resources at or vtchr. TDD

Compensation details: Yearly Salary