Executive Tourism Research Jobs (NOW HIRING)

About this Job The Louisiana Office of Tourism is charged with the responsibility to market and promote Louisiana as a premiere travel destination, increasing revenue generated by visitor spending, and contributing to the economic impact of tourism in all 64 parishes. The Louisiana Office of Tourism is a multi-pronged agency charged with leading Louisiana's large and diverse tourism industry. The Office of Tourism partners with tourism professionals and industry stakeholders in private and public sectors to extend and enhance their efforts to reach domestic and international travel trade and consumers.

The Louisiana Office of Tourism promotes economic growth of Louisiana through the implementation of a variety of specialized programs designed to encourage visitation to the state and increase visitor spending. This position is a professional level position that manages the creative initiatives of the advertising program. It works in conjunction with the Louisiana Office of Tourism Communications team, as well as with appropriate agencies under contract to Louisiana for advertising initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications Six years of experience in administrative services; OR Six years of full-time experience in any field plus three years of experience in administrative services; OR A bachelor's degree plus three years of experience in administrative services; OR An advanced degree or a Juris Doctorate plus two years of experience in administrative services. EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION: Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.

Job Specification The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here. Job Duties and Other Information Job Duties: Serves as advisor to the Assistant Secretary and member of the Louisiana Office of Tourism management team, providing leadership on advertising strategy and special initiatives. Leads development, execution, and analysis of annual and seasonal advertising plans, including establishing program goals, best practices, and organizational plans.

Oversees all advertising efforts, coordinating with management to meet agency advertising and special event planning needs. Manages relationships with the advertising agency, including requesting media research, gathering negotiated rates, ensuring usage rights and asset coordination, and providing direction through the agency of record. Tracks campaign progress and performance metrics, reporting results and recommendations to the Assistant Secretary.

Supervises and guides subordinate staff by setting division objectives, timelines, and guidelines; evaluating performance; and providing ongoing consultation to ensure compliance with state rules and high-quality representation of the state. Position-Specific Details: Location: This position is located in Baton Rouge, LA Appointment Type: This is a probational appointment. Current permanent status state employees may be required to accept a probational appointment.

Work Schedule: This is a full-time position M-F 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. This position may work overtime and may be required to travel. The Office of the Lieutenant Governor and the Department of Culture, Recreation, and Tourism are participants in the E-Verify system for identification and employment eligibility purposes.

Louisiana as a State, is a Model Employer for People with Disabilities. How To Apply: No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities.

Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. *Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education)

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. For further information about this vacancy contact: Katelyn Wale Department of Culture, Recreation, and Tourism 1051 N 3rd Street Baton Rouge, LA 70802 Fax: (225) 342-7928 kwale@crt.la.gov