Visit Central Oregon is actively seeking an accomplished and visionary leader to manage the region's thriving tourism industry and guide a team of dedicated professionals overseeing the Regional Destination Management Organization (RDMO) for Central Oregon. The team consists of ten full-time and four part-time professionals committed to destination marketing and management, business development, workforce development, regional tourism programs, and visitor services.
In this leadership role, the successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all programs and policies for Visit Central Oregon, exercising fiscal control over a budget exceeding $4 million, and ensuring optimal returns on the investment of transient lodging tax funds. The position requires a seasoned leader with broad expertise in the tourism industry, including leading a team, strategic planning, fiscal management, advocacy, marketing, public relations, and destination stewardship.
Reporting to a dynamic Board of Directors of 15 regional stakeholders from the tourism industry, the President and CEO will play a critical role in shaping the future of tourism in Central Oregon.
Qualified individuals who would like to be considered for the CEO position with Visit Central Oregon should submit a current resume, at least three professional references and a cover letter to [email protected]. Please submit electronically in PDF format with ‘VCO Executive Search’ in the subject line.
Candidates who submit qualifications that most closely meet the requirements may be asked to respond to supplemental questions and/or to attend interview(s) with the hiring committee. Candidates are subject to a background check.
