Tourism and Economic Development Officer | Mitarbeiter Tourismus / WiFö Teilzeit (m,w,d)
Gemeinde Kreuzau
Job Summary
This part-time role (19.5 hours per week) in the municipality of Kreuzau involves managing the local tourism infrastructure and supporting economic development initiatives. You will serve as the primary point of contact for regional tourism associations, local hospitality businesses, and commercial enterprises. Key responsibilities include managing hiking trails and public facilities, coordinating with the 'LEADER Region Eifel' for grant management, and organizing local markets and community events. You will also be responsible for project steering and reporting to municipal committees. This position is a parental leave replacement fixed until August 31, 2026. It offers an attractive opportunity for professionals to shape regional development within a public service framework (TVöD EG 9a), providing a flexible 5-day work week, 30 days of annual leave, and comprehensive public sector benefits in a community of 18,000 residents.
Required Skills
Education
Completed vocational training in public administration (Administrative Course I), or as a Specialist for Tourism and Leisure, or a Bachelor/Master degree in Tourism Management, Marketing, Leisure Sciences, Geography, or a related field.
Experience
- Professional experience in public administration, tourism management, or economic development
- Experience in managing tourist infrastructure and coordinating with regional associations
- Experience in grant acquisition and project steering within a municipal or regional context
- Experience in organizing markets and community events
- Experience in reporting to committees or official bodies
Languages
Additional
- Class B (or Class 3) driver's license and willingness to use a private vehicle for business trips is required. Position is a fixed-term parental leave replacement until August 31, 2026. Part-time 19.5 hours per week.