The Mineral Wells Area Chamber of Commerce seeks a Tourism and Special Events Coordinator. The right candidate is a self-motivated professional capable of overseeing and implementing the Chamber’s aggressive tourism objectives. Under the direction of the executive director, the Tourism and Special Events Coordinator conducts advertising and marketing campaigns, updates two tourism websites, develops brochures, works with tour operators, coordinates special events, solicits tour groups and corporate meetings, and attends travel shows, among other duties.  

Minimum qualifications and requirements: A bachelor’s degree in marketing, design, communications, or a related field, or an equivalent amount of professional experience. Must be able to work in a small office requiring collaboration and cooperation. Strong verbal and written communication skills in English. Some lifting. Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license. Knowledge of Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and ability to learn industry specific software, is required. Flexibility in scheduling including ability to work some nights and weekends is required. Please review our website at www.mineralwellstx.com to become familiar with the scope of our activities. Residence in the Mineral Wells area or Palo Pinto County is required.  

Please submit your resume, salary history, salary requirements, and two professional or academic references by July 31, 2010 to beth(at)mineralwellstx.com  

There is no other application for this position. Candidates who do not submit salary history and requirements will not be considered. Please do not apply if you do not have the appropriate education or equivalent professional experience. No phone calls.