GACVB Career Center

Job opportunities with destination marketing organizations and industry partners in tourism, hospitality, and economic development. Please direct inquiries regarding these positions to the contact information provided by these organizations.

This Career Center is sponsored by "Promoter" Level ally and corporate member-partner, The Chason Group, Inc. 

The Columbus, Georgia Convention and Visitors Bureau d/b/a VisitColumbus is seeking a President and Chief
Executive Officer. The CVB serves as the Destination Marketing Organization for the largest second tier city in
Georgia. Peter Bowden, current leader of the DMO, has announced his plans to retire later this year.
The President and Chief Executive Officer will be directly responsible to the VisitColumbus Board of Commissioners.
The professional will plan, direct, and coordinate the promotion and marketing of Columbus as a convention and
tourist destination.
The Chason Group (www.thechasongroup.com) has been retained by VisitColumbus to lead the executive search. Full Job Description. 

Member Opportunities 

EMPLOYMENT & INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES IN ATLANTA, Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau

 Employment opportunities with Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau. Job descriptions. 

DIRECTOR OF FINANCE, Cobb Travel & Tourism
The Director of Finance is responsible for accurate and compliant financial, accounting, and budgeting processes for the organization. This team member provides sound and current financials to the Board of Directors and other key partners. Additional areas of responsibility include coordination of financial matters with Cobb Travel & Tourism’s (CT&T) human resources PEO provider and special projects as assigned. Please apply for this position by sending your resume to [email protected] no later than January 3, 2025. Full job description.

DIRECTOR OF SALES, East Point Convention & Visitors Bureau

The Director of Sales leads initiatives to drive tourism and promote the City of East Point as a world-class destination to group markets. This individual implements sales strategies to generate leads and secure bookings; manages department budget; and directs sales operations to ensure the highest standards for revenue and economic impact goals are met each year. Full position description. Direct Inquiries to: [email protected]

GEORGIA VISITOR INFORMATION MANAGER, Lavonia, GA 

The Visitor Information Center Manager will report to the Visitor Services Manager and will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the Lavonia VIC (located on I-85 South), including supervising full-time and part-time staff and overseeing center activities.  

Primary responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: customer service, team training, supervision and leadership, assisting with content for the website/social media/publications, working closely with the Partner Marketing and Marketing & Communications teams to sell and market Georgia and its destinations, managing displays and the overall look and feel of Center, and ensuring that Center goals are met. Full job description

 For career opportunities to join the tourism team, please visit these current openings at Explore Georgia, Tourism Division of GDEcD 

VISITOR INFORMATION SPECIALIST, Saint Marys, GA 

The Visitor Information Specialist greets and provides information to travelers regarding events and attractions in Georgia and provides assistance to travelers in planning routes, locating and booking lodging, or locating mechanical, medical or other services as needed. Full Job Description

For career opportunities to join the tourism team, please visit these current openings at Explore Georgia, Tourism Division of GDEcD 

VISITOR INFORMATION SPECIALIST (PT), Lavonia, GA 

 The Visitor Information Specialist greets and provides information to travelers regarding events and attractions in Georgia and provides assistance to travelers in planning routes, locating and booking lodging, or locating mechanical, medical or other services as needed. Full Job Description

For career opportunities to join the tourism team, please visit these current openings at Explore Georgia, Tourism Division of GDEcD 

PRESIDENT/CEO OF THE DTTA - Destination Thomasville

The CEO of the DTTA is responsible for marketing and promoting Thomas County as a tourist destination and to grow the tourism industry in our area by developing and executing effective marketing, promotion, sales, and community engagement strategies as well as providing leadership and oversight of the DTTA’s operations. Full Job Description. 

Anyone interested in applying for this position must submit a cover letter and resume to the following email address: [email protected] Once received, all applicants will be notified and updated on the status of their application. Deadline to apply is December 20th, 2024

MEETING & GROUP SALES COORDINATOR (PT), Visit Woodstock GA

This part-time position’s primary responsibility is to organize, coordinate and direct the operations and programs required for servicing meetings, conventions/trade shows, reunions, customer visits and FAM trips. To develop a business relationship with meeting and event planners as well as local hotels and service providers to address the requirements of both sides in order to capture the business. Note: This role will work an average 25 hours per week.

Full job description, more information, and online application here.

The Chason Group, Inc. 

For positions in community and economic development, tourism, destination attractions, government affairs, and more, please visit these executive search opportunities through The Chason Group. 

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