Chamber Of Commerce

Exciting opportunities are available at the Crowsnest Pass Travel Alberta Visitor Information Centre!  Here is your chance to learn about and experience many of the great attractions and adventures that Alberta has to offer, to develop skills that will benefit you for any future position or career, and to connect with people from all over the world.   

We are seeking individuals that are personable, customer service oriented and passionate about promoting Alberta.  Excellent interpersonal, communication and sales skills are required.  Candidates applying for the Site Supervisor position must have at least one year of supervisory/leadership experience.  Familiarity with the internet and computers (including Microsoft applications) is essential. 

All candidates must have a high school education.  Preference will be given to candidates with some post-secondary education in tourism, hospitality and/or a related field.  Knowledge of a second language and experience with Alberta’s tourism industry and tourism destinations are considered assets.  Equivalencies will be considered.

The following positions are available:

TRAVEL COUNSELLOR

Primary responsibilities:

    Provide exceptional customer service

    Promote attractions and destinations across the province to influence visitors to do more and extend their length of stay in Alberta

    Distribute information and sell promotional materials and travel essentials

    Complete administrative tasks such as preparing reports and collecting and entering visitor statistics

Starting Salary: $16.44 per hour

SITE SUPERVISOR

Primary responsibilities:

    All responsibilities covered above in the Travel Counsellor description

    Supervise Travel Counsellors and provide ongoing feedback, training and coaching to staff

    Complete administrative tasks including scheduling, overseeing daily operations, managing inventory and ensuring proper maintenance of the VIC

    Liaise with the local tourism industry

Starting Salary: $17.38 per hour

Please note:  These positions are summer employment term opportunities.  Weekend and Statutory Holiday work is required.  Attendance at training (May 3 – 7, 2010) is a condition of employment.  First Aid Certification is required.  Dorm-style accommodations are provided. 

How to apply:  Electronic applications are preferred.  Submit your resume and cover letter indicating your preferred position to cnpchamber@telus.net (acceptable files in Microsoft Word or Rich Text formats).  Candidates unable to apply electronically may apply in ONE of the following ways: mail to: Crowsnest Pass Chamber of Commerce, PO Box 706, Blairmore, AB T0K 0E0 or fax to (403) 563-5675.

Closing Date: January 29, 2010                                                                                                     

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.