Tourism Development Council Coordinator

Nassau County is 726 square miles of natural beauty located in the northeast corner of Florida along the Atlantic Ocean and Interstate 95. With 13 miles of pristine beaches, hundreds of miles of rivers, historic downtown Fernandina Beach, and an expanding economy. The combination of rich history, rural charm, natural resources, quality-of-life, and proximity to strategic installations provides Nassau County with unparalleled potential. Part of the Jacksonville Metropolitan Area, Nassau County has a population of 91,113 and a regional population of 1.6 million, the Florida Bureau of Economic and Business Research (BEBR) estimates that Nassau County grew by 4.92% last year ranking as the 4th fastest-growing county, by percent growth, in Florida [2nd among counties with a population of at least 80,000]. BEBR predicts Nassau County will be the sixth fastest-growing county in the State of Florida over the next 10 years with a projected population expansion of 33% resulting in over 121,600 people calling Nassau County home.

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Under the Supervision of the Assistant County Manager, the TDC Coordinator shall assist in the oversight of the Amelia Island Tourist Development Council (TDC), including the coordination of procurement and contracting, budgeting, operations, sponsorship and grant funding, and all other functions as assigned on behalf of the TDC in relation to the use of the County’s Tourist Development Tax Revenues.  The primary purpose of the position is to assist in carrying out the provisions of Section 125.0104, Florida Statutes, and promote tourism through advertising and public relations.  These responsibilities include, but are not limited, to the following: coordinating budget preparation, monitoring the development and implementation of the Amelia Island Tourist Development Plan and Annual Marketing and Promotion Plan, as may be amended, including TDC support, working with professional and volunteer organizations, and coordinating and monitoring contracts for the TDC and the County.  Additionally, the position will act as the liaison between the County’s Tourism Promotion Agency (TPA) and the County to ensure the TPA’s compliance with the terms and conditions of the TPA’s Contract with the County.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Coordinates with the TPA for the submission for approval an annual operating budget encompassing all activities and operations of the TDC.
• Acts as a liaison with the TPA to help coordinate procurement and contracting processes.
• Monitors the TPA’s management of digital content including but not limited to Website, Social Media and E-Newsletters and development and management of Amelia Island Welcome Center.
• Monitors and coordinates TPA performance reports and supports the TPA, as necessary.
• Serves as a liaison between the TDC, the TPA, and the County Manager’s Office.
• Maintains good working relationships with the TPA,
• Coordinates the TDC grant and sponsorship administration process including review all TDC grant requests for Events and Sponsorships for compliance with County policies.
• Collaborates with the TPA on sponsorship and grant selections.  Oversees the grant agreements, sponsorship agreements and placement of TDC and BOCC agenda items.
• Acts as the recording secretary to the TDC by assembling County and TPA agenda items, sending legal notices of meetings, attending TDC meetings, ensuring accurate documentation of the minutes of TDC meetings, submitting recommendations and documentation to the Nassau County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) as required and attending BOCC meetings as required.
• Coordinates studies or research on issues affecting areas of responsibility.
• Monitor contractors to continuously improve contract processes and performance.
• Works with contract partners to monitor events funded by the TDC achieve the desired outcomes including monitoring events for effectiveness by implementation of appropriate survey instruments, visitor data capture, personal observation, and post event reports.
• Coordinates financial or budget activities to fund operations.
• Coordinates the development or implementation of budgetary control systems, recordkeeping systems, or other administrative control processes.
• Coordinates procurement processes and contracts.
• Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor, co-workers, County personnel, contractors, developers, consultants, industry/business representatives, property owners, vendors and the general public.
• Operates a vehicle and a variety of equipment which may include a computer, fax machine, copier, calculator, telephone, two-way radio, camera, etc.
• Attends required meetings, conferences, training courses and seminars to maintain knowledge of industry trends and technology.
• Performs a variety of routine office duties as required, which may include but are not limited to answering the telephone, preparing reports and correspondence, entering computer data, copying and filing documents, etc.
• Performs related duties as required.

(These essential functions are not a complete statement of all duties required of the job. Employees will be required to perform such other related job duties as may be assigned or required.)

Requires a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in business or public administration, public relations, tourism, or a related field with a minimum of three (3) years of clerical experience.  Candidates possessing an equivalent combination of education and training may also be considered.  Preference will be given to candidates with local government experience in the State of Florida.  May require a valid State Driver’s License 

The range for this position is $21.0520 - $32.0335 hourly. The County provides a comprehensive benefits program and participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) and has a 3% employee contribution requirement. Voluntary supplemental 457 deferred compensation retirement is also available. For additional benefit information, visit: https://www.nassaucountyfl.com/243/Employee-Benefits.

Nassau County is a Drug Free Workplace & Equal Opportunity Employer; Nassau County values the service veterans and their family members have given to our country and that the County supports the hiring of returning service members, military spouses, and their family members as such this position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference in accordance with applicable laws.