Tourism & Vic Officer (Chinchilla)

About the Opportunity

Council is seeking an Tourism & VIC Officer to promote and market tourism, undertaking tourism activities and effectively deliver services in order to support the operations of the Visitor Information Centre. 

This position is based in Chinchilla.

Reporting to the Tourism Program Leader, you will be:

• Undertaking the efficient and effective delivery of Visitor Information Centre activities and operations;
• Managing the Visitor Information Centre accreditation by maintaining operation manuals, business plan, staff and volunteer training, minimum opening hours and brochure display requirements; and
• Undertaking the delivery of tourism related projects, including product development, destination marketing and industry development.

About yourself

The successful applicant will have experience in:

• Considering emerging trends and innovative solutions when developing broader priorities, strategies, and approaches.
• Working across different agencies, levels of government, and the private and not-for-profit sectors to develop appropriate responses.
• Seeking to understand stakeholder perspectives and how they interrelate. Works with others to identify appropriate solutions.

The benefits working for WDRC:

Work / life balance

Enjoy quality time with flexible working arrangements such as a 9 day fortnight.

Access to Corporate Health Plan

Take care of yourself and join a health plan to improve life.

Health & Wellbeing program and Mental Health Support

Change your lifestyle and live better with healthy ideas. Be your best possible self with provided support and information.

Access to free Employee Assistance Program & confidential counselling

Reach out to someone confidentially if you are experiencing any concerns or problems.

Salary Packaging Available

Restructure your salary to work for you to pay for everyday living expenses such as Motor Vehicles, Superannuation, Remote Area Housing (Rent), Fuel, Gas and Electricity.

Allowances Available (if applicable)

Allowances such as Locality Allowance may be applicable to your position.

Job security in a local government position

Feel secure working for an organisation who believes in strong foundations of respect, balance, communication, teamwork, accountability and leadership. 

Living & Working in the Western Downs:

If you are looking for a new challenge and want to play a key role in supporting the delivery of various projects throughout the Western Downs region, this role is for you.  TOGETHER WE MAKE A REAL DIFFERENCE.

Applications close at 5.00pm AEST on Thursday 6 June 2023.

Additional Information

The recruitment process may include candidates completing a pre-employment health declaration and you may be required to undergo a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol testing.

WDRC reserves the right to close or withdraw vacancies before the advertised closing date, or extend the closing date, without prior notice.