Vice President of Community Engagement

Travel Lane County is a dynamic organization dedicated to promoting the Eugene, Cascades & Coast region, aiming to support a resilient, year-round, and countywide economy that enriches the communities it serves. As a destination marketing organization, Travel Lane County collaborates closely with local businesses, community leaders, governments, and residents to foster tourism that bolsters the local economy while preserving the quality of life for its residents. Their team is recognized for its innovative approach and commitment to serving the place they call home, continually striving to build sustainable tourism practices that benefit everyone involved. This organization embraces a culture of teamwork, creativity, and continuous improvement, ensuring a collaborative workplace where every team member is valued and empowered to make a meaningful difference.

The role of Vice President of Community Engagement at Travel Lane County is a pivotal leadership position focused on strengthening the local economy and enhancing the quality of life through sustainable tourism. This position serves as a vital community leader and partner, driving strategies that bridge the interests of the public, private, nonprofit, and membership sectors throughout Lane County. The Vice President leads community engagement initiatives, industry activation strategies, and destination development programs to ensure alignment with the community’s needs and aspirations. This role requires a passion for community involvement, skillful advocacy, excellent communication capabilities, and a collaborative spirit to build and sustain meaningful relationships.

As a Vice President of Community Engagement, you will be instrumental in fostering strong relationships with local businesses, community leaders, media, industry associations, and public agencies. You will serve as a trusted voice for the tourism sector, effectively communicating the benefits of tourism and advocating for supportive policies. Your work will span public speaking, media relations, strategic planning, government relations, and overseeing membership development and community-based programs. You will be part of the senior management team, mentoring staff, cultivating a culture of service and innovation, and continually evaluating program effectiveness to identify areas for improvement. The position offers a hybrid work schedule after an initial period working onsite at the downtown Eugene office, reflecting the organization’s commitment to flexibility and work-life balance.

The Vice President will participate actively in community events, public hearings, and regional forums, representing Travel Lane County and ensuring that tourism efforts harmonize with the broader community’s goals. This role includes overseeing media relations to maintain a strong and trusted public image, managing communications strategies, and generating reports that quantify the impact of initiatives. With a starting salary of $82,000 per year for this full-time, exempt position, the role comes with comprehensive benefits including medical and dental insurance, paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, and eligibility for employer SEP/IRA contributions after two years. Travel Lane County offers a workplace culture focused on collaboration, innovation, and making a tangible difference in the community by supporting local businesses and the visitor economy. This position remains open until filled, with the first review of applications scheduled for November 12.