Job Opening - Adventure Specialist
Purpose of Position
Inspire travelers to extend their stay in the Eugene, Cascades & Coast region and visit more than one part of our region through exceptional customer service, good information, and passion for the diverse recreational activities throughout the Eugene, Cascades & Coast region. Promote sales for Travel Lane County members and Adventure Center retail.
Position Requirements
- Passion for and knowledge of the Eugene, Cascades & Coast's (Lane County's) soft adventure, culinary and arts product
- Exceptional customer service
- Ability to work easily & professionally with a variety of people
- Loyalty to Travel Lane County; positive representation
- Clear written and oral communication
- Ability to handle fast-paced customer service environment and multiple tasks at one time
- Use of a multi-line phone
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Basic computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Internet)
- Accurate data entry
- Experience operating a cash register
- Ability to lift 35 lbs from the floor and carry
- Ability to stand for duration of an 8 hr shift
- Ability and willingness to use standard cleaning supplies
- Willingness to work after hours events when necessary
- Ability to work weekends
- Ability to pass a background check
- Ability to secure a liquor license
- Valid Driver's License and clean driving record
Adventure Specialist Responsibilities
- Assist visitors with trip planning, booking accommodations and recreational activities
- Use online tools to assist with trip planning
- Retail sales
- Stock brochures and retail inventory
- Attend festivals and events to promote Travel Lane County and its members
- Light cleaning
- All Adventure Specialists may be asked to work shifts at the Downtown or Springfield Adventure Center and in the Mobile Visitor Van
- Other duties as assigned
This part-time, hourly position requires weekend work and reports to the Adventure Center Manager.
This position is open until filled.
To Apply: Send a cover letter and resume to to Travel Lane County attn: Human Resources, PO Box 10286, Eugene OR 97440 or email: HumanResources@TravelLaneCounty.org.Cover letters should highlight the applicant's knowledge and passion for the Eugene, Cascades & Coast region as well as their experience. Please limit cover letters to one page.