Executive Director - Discover Klamath Visitor and Convention Bureau

Leads the execution of Discover Klamath’s strategic and financial plans as approved by the board of directors. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: The Executive Director is responsible for overseeing operations of the organization and managing its staff and resources. This may include, but is not limited to regular communication with the entity’s point of contact, regular attendance at meetings, or participation as a board or advisory committee member ● Serves a liaison to local, regional and state destination marketing organizations and associations ● Serves as liaison to local, state, and national meeting planners in coordinating conventions and events to be held in Klamath County ● Collaborates effectively with state, local and regional economic development leaders ● Establishes and maintains relationships with hospitality industry partners including lodging operators, restaurant operators, outdoor recreation providers, venue operators, tour companies, event planners, etc. The Executive Director is a leader in the local recreation and tourism industry and coordinates efforts to advocate and educate on trends and issues in the industry that impact local tourism. ● Educates and informs Klamath County lodging operators about Transient Room Tax (TRT) and other issues impacting regional tourism by establishing regular and direct communication ● Educates Klamath County voters and public stakeholders about TRT and other issues impacting regional tourism ● Collaborates with local and regional allies to best leverage available TRT funds ● Advises local and regional agencies regarding tourism-related projects and the issuance of tourism-related grant funding ● Attends and participates in professional associations and committees; attends conferences, conventions, trade shows, and special events ● Maintains knowledge of trends and innovations in the tourism and convention industry NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES: • Other duties as required or assigned.