Job detail for Tourism Project Manager I - Economic Development - Limited Term Agreement

Town of Gilbert

Tourism Project Manager I - Economic Development - Limited Term Agreement

SALARY

$72,427.00 - $108,641.00 Annually

LOCATION

Economic Development 90 E. Civic Center Drive, Gilbert, AZ 85296, AZ

JOB TYPE

Limited Term - Benefited

JOB NUMBER

27-0008

DEPARTMENT

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

DIVISION

ECON DEVELOPMENT TOURISM

OPENING DATE

09/08/2026

CLOSING DATE

9/27/2026 11:59 PM Arizona

SALARY

$72,427.00 - $108,641.00 Annually

LOCATION

Economic Development 90 E. Civic Center Drive, Gilbert, AZ 85296, AZ

JOB TYPE

Limited Term - Benefited

JOB NUMBER

27-0008

DEPARTMENT

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

DIVISION

ECON DEVELOPMENT TOURISM

OPENING DATE

09/08/2026

CLOSING DATE

9/27/2026 11:59 PM Arizona

We Are Seeking

T eam Gilbert has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated professional to fill the position of Tourism Project Manager I. With every job we fill, our focus is on providing best-in-class service to our citizens while offering opportunities for professional growth in a rewarding, innovative work environment.

The Tourism Project Manager I reports to the Tourism Program Manager . The primary job duties of this position include:

• Support outreach to businesses and related training programs;
• Monitor tourism business growth, promotions, events, and related needs of merchants and event operators;
• Develop and maintain relationships with youth and amateur sports tournament operators, meeting planners, and industry peers;
• Coordinate with contractors and vendors on tourism development and marketing projects;
• Assist in the maintenance of discovergilbert.com, social media accounts, online resources, printed fulfillment pieces, and business listings;
• View the full job description here.

This limited-term agreement position has been approved through 6/30/2027 and may be eligible for renewal based on need and performance in the role.

Anticipated Recruiting Timeline:

Posting Closes: September 27, 2026

Virtual Interview Invites Sent: September 30, 2026

Virtual Interview Submission Deadline: October 4, 2026

Interview Invites Sent: October 7, 2026

In-Person Interviews: October 14, 2026

Anticipated New Hire Start Date: October 26, 2026

*Subject to change and for planning purposes only

About You

At Team Gilbert, we hire innovative, forward-thinking problem-solvers who love what they do! In addition to possessing the ability to live out our core and functional values daily, candidates must possess the following requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in a related field
• 2 years of relevant experience in the related field
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work

LICENSING/CERTIFICATIONS

• Arizona Driver's License.

This position is an At-Will position and is FLSA Exempt - ineligible for overtime compensation.

This position has been identified as an eligible position for a Hybrid work agreement, defined as “Approximately half (50%) of the employees’ time is spent on-site, and half (50%) can be spent working remotely”. Currently, the Office of Economic Development has identified Monday and Thursday as eligible remote workdays, bringing the team together in the office on Tuesday and Wednesday. Modified work privileges are approved at the sole discretion of the department director; as such, the department reserves the right to modify or discontinue modified work arrangements at any point. Regardless of work location (Remote, On-Site, or Hybrid), Town of Gilbert employees are required to reside in the state of Arizona.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions for this position include:

Positions in this class typically require: walking, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions. Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light Work. Incumbents may be required to operate a motor vehicle and travel._Click here to learn more about the different physical exertion levels as defined by the Social Security Administration._The physical demands and working conditions information above is meant to provide a general idea of the conditions for this role. Gilbert is committed to being an inclusive employer of candidates with a wide range of abilities, and looks for opportunities to accommodate different abilities within reason. Remote Work: In alignment with the Town of Gilbert Remote Work Guideline, the Tourism Project Manager position has been identified as an eligible position for the “Hybrid” remote work category, defined as “Approximately half (50%) of the employees’ time is spent on-site and half (50%) can be spent working remotely”. Currently, the Office of Economic Development has identified Monday and Thursday as eligible remote workdays, bringing the team together in office on Tuesday and Wednesday.

Why Team Gilbert?

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We Are Here to Help!

Gilbert is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If any reasonable accommodation is needed while participating in the application and interviewing process, please contact our People Team (Human Resources) at 480-503-6823. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.

Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

EmployerTown of Gilbert

Address

50 E. Civic Center Drive

Gilbert, Arizona, 85296

Phone (480) 503-6823

Websitehttps://gilbertaz.gov/jobs

EmployerTown of GilbertPhone (480) 503-6823 Websitehttps://gilbertaz.gov/jobsAddress

50 E. Civic Center Drive

Gilbert, Arizona, 85296

Tourism Project Manager I - Economic Development - Limited Term Agreement Supplemental Questionnaire* QUESTION 1 In the questions that follow, you will be asked for information about your work history, to include things such as dates of employment, names of employers and specific details of the work you did. In answer to questions asking you to describe your work experience, if you do not have that type of experience, enter "N/A". Answers provided in this supplemental questionnaire must be substantiated and verifiable in the employment history section of your application. Be aware that submitting a resume in lieu of completing the employment history section of the application and failing to provide all the information requested in these supplemental questions will disqualify you from further consideration, so be thorough in answering the questions. Please indicate whether you accept these terms by checking the appropriate response below.

Yes

No

• QUESTION 2 Do you have bachelor's degree or higher in Tourism, Hospitality, Parks and Recreation or a closely related field?

Yes

No

• QUESTION 3 If you indicated in the previous question that your degree is in a related field, please describe it in the space below. If you do not have a degree in a related field, please enter N/A.

• QUESTION 4 Do you have at least two (2) years of experience in destination management, event management, urban place management, tourism development, tourism promotion, marketing, or a related tourism role?

Yes

No

• QUESTION 5 Please describe why you are applying for this position.

• QUESTION 6 Describe your experience working with tour operators, meeting and event planners, events rights holders and/or other industry professionals to bring events and visitors to a community or region. If no experience in this area, please enter N/A.

• QUESTION 7 Describe your experience with developing marketing campaigns and marketing materials, and managing web content and social media platforms to advance tourism efforts. If no experience in this area, please enter N/A.

• QUESTION 8 Describe your communications experience with community, business, and stakeholder groups. If no experience in this area, please enter N/A.

QUESTION 9 The following question is strictly confidential and will not be made part of your application for employment. Preference status per Arizona Revised Statute 38-492 (select all that apply):

Veteran

Disabled Veteran

Veteran's Spouse/Surviving Spouse

Disabled Person

• Required Question