Destination Specialist

• Company: Tourism Langley
• Job Type: Not Applicable
• Job Level: Front-line
• Job Type: Not Applicable
• Job Address: Unit 220 - 5385 216 Street , Langley, British Columbia V2Y 2N3
• Job Status: Seasonal
• Start Date: May 1st, 2023
• End Date: September 15th, 2023
• Positions Available: 1

We acknowledge that in the Township of Langley we live, work and play on the traditional lands of the Katzie, Kwantlen, Matsqui, and Semiahmoo First Nations.

Are you interested in being a part of the exciting tourism industry in the Township of Langley and having the opportunity to attend events and festivals this summer? If so, we would love to hear from you!

Tourism Langley is seeking a passionate, outgoing individual to welcome visitors to Langley during the 2023 summer season. The Destination Specialist will assist with travel inquiries and lead the mobile visitor services program by attending local events. They will also provide support when required to members of the Tourism Langley team. Positions will range from 25 to 35 hours per week and will run from approximately May 1st – September 15th, 2023.  Most work weeks will be Friday – Monday.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Welcome visitors to Langley in a friendly and enthusiastic manner
• Promote local accommodations, activities, events, attractions and businesses
• Attend local events to promote visitation and extended stays
• Answer visitor inquiries in person, on the phone and through email
• Provide accurate community information and distribute where and when required
• Keep website up to date with current events and stakeholder information
• Assist in creating Social Media Content such as Tiktok, Facebook and Instagram Reels and Stories
• Comply with professional dress code and grooming standards
• Other additional administrative duties as required

• A friendly and outgoing nature 
• Exceptional knowledge of Langley and the Fraser Valley
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Strong understanding of social media and comfortable creating content as well as being recorded or photographed for use on social media (photography experience is an asset)
• Good descriptive, experiential writing skills
• Fluent in English (a second language is an asset)
• Strong organizational skills, adaptable and a quick learner
• Ability to interact and work well with people from different cultures
• Computer skills including Microsoft Office
• Valid B.C. Driver's License, a driving record from ICBC must be provided
  • The Destination Specialist will be required to drive the company vehicle (Ford F-150 towing our small Boler Trailer that acts as our Mobile Visitor Centre)
• Valid Social Insurance Number and legally entitled to work in Canada
• Available to work on weekends and public holidays
• Ability to lift 25 pounds and be on your feet for hours at a time in the outdoors

• Salary/Wage: $20/hr

To be eligible, you must:

• Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the beginning of the employment period;
• Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment; and,
• Have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.

Please email a resume and a cover letter to erinn@tourism-langley.ca outlining why this opportunity is a great fit for you. 

Post Date: March 29, 2023