Business Development Officer Tourism (26-003) External Closes Feb 2326
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Job Location:
Campbell River - Canada
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
21 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The role: Reporting to the Economic Development and Tourism Manager the Business Development Officer (Tourism) will oversee the Citys community Tourism Business Development Program and develop and implement strategies and programs that support business attraction retention and expansion in the community. The incumbent will implement the Municipal and Regional Development Tax (MRDT) program conduct extensive economic research and analysis and undertake activities that develop and foster partnerships that contribute to economic development and tourism across the City through initiatives that promote Campbell River as a location of choice for visitors business investment as well as resident attraction.
What we offer: The rate of pay for this permanent full-time CUPE bargaining unit position is $49.74 per hour based on a 35-hour work week. We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid vacation extended health dental coverage life insurance and short-term disability coverage.
Business Development - Tourism - Job Description
Qualifications :
Education/Training
- Degree in business administration economic development commerce public administration economics marketing or other related discipline from a recognized post-secondary institution.
- Training or courses that demonstrate ongoing professional development in the economic tourism and business development field.
- Must possess and maintain a valid Class 5 Drivers License and produce and maintain a clean drivers abstract as per City policy.
Experience
- Minimum of five (5) years progressively responsible experience in a similar role in economic development business development or community program development within the last ten (10) years.
- Minimum of three (3) years experience in developing and implementing marketing and promotional campaigns and activities in the last seven (7) years.
- Experience in managing projects with a wide range of scope and complexity including grant writing as well as provincial and federal reporting.
- Experience in community and stakeholder engagement.
Additional Information :
Posting Date: January 26 2026
Closing Date and Time: February 23 2026
Posting Number: 26-003
Please Note: We will be contacting applicants who meet our requirements as applications are received and this posting may close ahead of the official closing date if a successful candidate is identified.
When you apply: You will be asked to upload a cover letter and resume as part of the application process. You may also be asked to answer some screening questions related to the position.
Questions about this position Email
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Business Development
- Sales Experience
- B2B Sales
- Sourcing
- Financial Services
- Organizational skills
- Communication skills
- Investment Experience
- Banking
- Relationship Management
- Underwriting
- Financial Analysis
About Company
Naturally, Campbell River – Located on Vancouver Island, the City of Campbell River offers a rare combination of a welcoming small-town feel with large-city amenities. We are a 45-minute drive from the winter and summer activities of Mount Washington, and just minutes from more than 1 ... View more
