What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Events and Community Engagement position at Town of Middleburg?
The Town is seeking a leader with a desire to engage and support a historic, tight-knit community. The ideal candidate is someone who is not only organized and strategic, but also naturally present, approachable, and invested in the people who make Middleburg what it is.
The Director will be responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of tourism and community-centric events. The Town engages an events management firm to provide event administration, logistics, and event execution. This contract will be managed by the Director. In addition, the Director will be responsible for developing and maintaining key relationships with businesses and partners, and for providing key services to assist businesses in their development and growth. The Director will manage all aspects of the Town’s marketing, including managing consultant contracts for social media and advertising.
The Director is the primary staff support to the Economic Development Advisory Committee and the Middleburg Arts and Community Events Committee. The position serves as the Town’s Ex-Officio representative on the Visit Loudoun Board of Directors and on the Board of the Middleburg Business and Professional Association.
Qualifications:
The position requires a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in business, economic development, marketing, or a related field and three to five years of progressively responsible, relevant experience.