West Virginia University · 18 hours ago
Part-time Program Coordinator – Community and Tourism Development – Monroe County
Morgantown, WV
Full-time, Part-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expWest Virginia University (WVU) Extension Service, in partnership with Monroe County, is seeking a Part-time Program Coordinator focused on tourism development. The role involves enhancing Monroe County’s economic vitality through sustainable tourism and community engagement, while delivering educational programs that promote local tourism and connect residents with economic opportunities.
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Responsibilities
Develop and deliver community-based tourism education and outreach that strengthens local tourism-related businesses and organizations
Promote tourism themes such as outdoor recreation, historical and cultural interpretation, agritourism, arts and crafts, food systems, and hospitality training
Support the development of tourism activities, events, and signage that reflect Monroe County’s unique character
Facilitate connection to technical assistance for tourism entrepreneurs and small businesses
Foster youth and adult engagement in tourism-related skill development through workshops, volunteer opportunities, and collaborative projects
Build partnerships with local government, the chamber of commerce, community organizations, and regional tourism development entities
Collaborate with WVU Extension agents and state specialists to apply research-based methods to tourism promotion and planning
Assist with county-wide activities that increase Monroe County’s visibility as a destination
Identify community needs and co-create strategies to address them through tourism initiatives
Recruit, train, and support volunteers for community and tourism development activities
Assist in marketing tourism programs and events through digital and traditional media
Develop and distribute educational content that highlights Monroe County’s assets
Engage with civic groups, schools, and tourism stakeholders to expand participation
Maintain program records, prepare quarterly and annual reports, and contribute to county impact statements
Participate in in-service training and professional development related to tourism and community development
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in tourism, hospitality management, marketing, recreation, community development, or a related field
A minimum of 2 years of experience in rural tourism development, community organizing, or Extension work
Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered
All qualifications must be met by the time of employment
Ability to pass a criminal background check
Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
Physical ability to transport and set up materials and equipment
Valid driver's license and ability to travel independently throughout the county and region
All WVU & WVUES mandatory training within one (1) year of hire date (Civil Rights, Title IX, etc.)
Strong ability to develop and deliver Extension educational programming
Strong communication and facilitation skills, with the ability to translate complex health information into clear, engaging messages
Experience working with multiple populations, especially rural communities
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a statewide network
Knowledge of local resources and agencies
Skills to manage time and keep accurate records & reports, including travel & budget
Skills to develop positive participant relationships – congeniality, listening, and empathy
Skills to adapt to unusual teaching environments and situations
Skills to communicate (written and oral) with a range of stakeholders
Ability to influence behaviors and impact the lives of those they teach
Ability to learn and use computer programs, including but not limited to email, word processing, internet, spreadsheets, etc
Ability to work independently with unstructured supervision
Preferred
Master's degree in tourism, community development, or a related discipline
Experience in rural tourism development, community organizing, or Extension work
Benefits
Paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
Annual leave (vacation) days per year
Sick days per year (for when you’re ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family’s, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)
WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits (this position is a benefits-eligible, staff position)
401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking for more retirement benefits information? Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ’s.
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West Virginia University
West Virginia University offers academic programs in order to earn bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degrees.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
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$20.97MKey Investors
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2025-02-01Grant· $2.7M
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Lori Hazlehurst
Professor Pharmaceutical Sciences
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