Vice President of Community Engagement, Travel Lane County (Oregon)

About Us 

Travel Lane County promotes the Eugene, Cascades & Coast region of Oregon to support a resilient, year-round and countywide economy that enriches our communities. Our team is collaborative, innovative and driven by a shared commitment to serving the place we call home. 

The Role 

We're seeking a Vice President of Community Engagement to serve as a community leader and partner for the tourism industry throughout Lane County. In this role you’ll drive strategies that strengthen our local economy and enhance quality of life through sustainable tourism. Experience in and working with public, private, nonprofit and membership organizations provides an excellent skillset for this job. This role combines passion for community, skill in advocacy, communication and collaboration with the ability to build and sustain meaningful relationships.   

What Makes You a Great Fit 

We’re looking for someone who: 

• Believes in community. You are inspired by others' passion for where they live. You are curious and love being in the know. You are as happy to support someone else’s great idea as you are to champion your own.  
• Values service and collaboration. You have experience with local businesses, community leaders, media and partners in public and private sectors. You can understand the perspective of others. You are the first to jump in to help a coworker or community partner. 
• Brings a problem-solving mindset. You believe anything is possible and seek solutions. You love to vision and drive big ideas while also valuing the day-to-day work it takes to make an impact. 
• Is experienced. You have built and implemented strategies that aligned diverse interests. You can communicate clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences including public speaking, media relations and one-on-one conversations. You’ll step right in to creating and evaluating strategies, navigating government processes and policymaking. Mentoring and guiding a staff team inspires you. 

What to Expect 

You’ll be out in the community connecting with partners at events and meetings throughout Lane County regularly. You'll work from our downtown Eugene office alongside a team that genuinely enjoys collaborating and believes in our mission. The role offers potential for hybrid work after your first few months. We value being where our partners are, which sometimes includes morning, evening and weekend events. This keeps you connected to the real-world impact of what we do. 

Starting pay: $82,000/year (full-time, exempt) 

Benefits include: 

• Medical and dental insurance 

• Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave  

• Employer SEP/IRA contributions after two years 

A culture built on collaboration and innovation. We champion each other's growth, step up to help when needed and stay focused on work that benefits our broader community. 

Work that matters. Your efforts directly support local businesses, community groups, government, and residents. You'll strengthen communities across Lane County while contributing to a visitor economy that benefits the people who live here. 

Submit a cover letter and your resume to: https://eugenecascadescoast.bamboohr.com/careers/65 

Cascade Employers Association is assisting with this recruitment. This position is open until filled. 

Travel Lane County is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and valued.