Guest Services & Promotions Coordinator

Visit Canton

The purpose of this position is to provide quality visitor information and service to visitors, event attendees, and other guests in the Stark County community.

The basic functions and major activities which must be performed to carry out the purpose of the position include:

Coordinate street team and mascot appearances for visitor information booths at events, utilizing a combination of staff, interns, and volunteers as needed
Assist with the execution of retail sales and merchandise displays
Coordinate visitor collateral distribution, displays, and inventory
Coordinate Visit Canton leisure tradeshow participation and booth operations
Coordinate Visit Canton welcome center promotions and special event activations
Assist with all visitor center operations and staffing as needed

Qualifications required to perform the duties of this position include:

Excellent guest service skills
Proficient in office software & computer skills
Strong problem-solving skills
Strong communication skills
Broad knowledge of Stark County preferred
Retail or Front line management experience preferred

Work Environment, Physical Requirements and Additional Information:

Rotating schedule at multiple visitor centers and events
Requires some travel, valid drivers license required
Includes evening, weekends, and special events
Requires setting up information booths and lifting up to 50 pounds
Competitive benefits package, paid time off, mileage reimbursement, and phone stipend included

Organization Overview:
The Stark County Convention & Visitors’ Bureau, d.b.a. Visit Canton, is funded by a lodging tax administered through the Stark County Commissioners. The organization’s mission is to promote travel to Stark County. Visit Canton facilitates operations that support a travel and tourism industry in Stark County that generates $1.8 billion dollars in sales. For more information visit www.VisitCanton.com

Submit resumes for consideration until Dec. 11 to Rosie Kurtz: Rosiek@visitcanton.com

This position is classified as NON-EXEMPT

Printer-Friendly Version