Paid Summer Intern - Tourism & Events

Salary: $15.18 Hourly
Location : Pelham, AL
Job Type: Intern
Job Number: 2020-00411
Department: Development Services
Opening Date: 02/22/2024
Closing Date: 3/21/2024 5:00 PM Central
Job Summary
This position will assist Tourism and Events regarding tourism events and initiatives in Shelby County and the region that enhance quality of life for residents and visitors. Primary duties include marketing and promoting Shelby County as a healthy county connecting health, welfare, and other community involvement programs.
Responsible for assisting the Manager of Tourism and Events in marketing, branding, promoting, and advertising of County initiatives, Discover Shelby tourism initiatives, and amenities and assets within Shelby County.
Responsible for assisting the Executive Director of the Leadership Shelby County program in the planning and execution of the adult leadership program, youth leadership program, Board of Directors meetings, alumni events, and alumni communications.
Marketing and Branding Communications

• Assist in the planning for marketing and branding of tourism events including Discover Shelby and DiscoverShelby.com, County parks and recreational opportunities, amenities, attractions, tourism-related facilities, and County activities
• Suggest innovative methods to increase reach
• Assist and market the County's image and programming through communications to include press releases, social and multimedia, and events to both internal and external customers
• Help identify needs and creates materials to help promote general awareness of county activities
• Assist in sourcing and creating content for DiscoverShelby.com website
• Assist in sourcing and creating content for Facebook and Instagram: @discovershelbyal
• Assist in creating organic social media campaigns to garner inspiration and drive visitation to Shelby County
• Market the activities, events, and accomplishments of partners to reach overarching county promotion

Events Planning

• Assist and help maintain a database of event spaces, athletic venue assets, meeting assets, hotels, and all other tourism-related facilities within the county, including municipal facilities
• Assist and help maintain a database of event participation data for high attendance venues
• Assist and help maintain a database of all county and municipal assets that can assist with event promotion, management, and execution
• Help organize required catering services, room setup, and communication equipment setup
• Perform all duties in a safe and efficient manner
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Leadership Shelby County

• Assist the Executive Director with planning and coordination of the Opening Retreat, class days, and Graduation for the adult and youth programs
• Assist the Executive Director with LSC Board meeting materials
• Assist the Executive Director of LSC with the Alumni board with event planning
• Assist with outreach efforts to LSC Alumni including training, communications, and informational events

Qualifications and Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Interest in Business, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Merchandising, Mass Communication, Public Relations or related disciplines
• Strong social media skills in Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and other currently used platforms
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite Programs
• Working knowledge of Canva or other design software
• Ability to multi-task and handle various operations simultaneously
• Ability to work independently while maintaining effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, vendors, partners, and the general public
• Strong organizational and office skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Valid Driver's license and acceptable driving record

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

• Youth Leadership Shelby County graduate
• Experience with writing: blog content and press releases
• Experience with branding and creative design
• Photography skills and video editing

Physical Demands & Work Environment
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in an office environment 70%-80% of the time and at event sites 20%-30% of the time. Event site work may demand prolonged periods of standing or walking outdoors and some exposure to extreme weather conditions. Must be available to work outside standard business hours to include some night or weekend work at various events.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Work is moderate in nature and consists of walking, standing, bending, and carrying. Some work requires prolonged walking or standing both indoors and outdoors. A high volume of stress involved with dealing with the public and customer complaints.
Conditions of Job Offer and Employment
EXAMINATIONS: No written or performance examination will be required for this position. Applicants are screened and certified based on an evaluation of their education, training, experience and other requirements as outlined in this Position Announcement and denoted on their Job Application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT/POST OFFER DRUG SCREENING: Shelby County is committed to providing and maintaining a drug-free work environment. After receiving a conditional offer of employment, applicants are required to pass a drug test conducted at a test site designated by Shelby County.
Shelby County, Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
Part-time, Temporary, Season and Intern positions are not eligible to participate in the the Shelby County Benefit Program.
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Please check the box that represents the highest level of education achieved to date.

• No diploma or degree
• Occupational Diploma
• High School Diploma from an accredited high school or G.E.D equivalent through a state certified or accredited program
• Some College or Technical Training
• Associates Degree from an accredited college or university
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
• Master's Degree from an accredited college or university

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From what school, institution or college did you receive your highest level of education?
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If you selected an education level higher than high school, please specify your degree or field of study.
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Are you currently a student?

• Yes
• No

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Are you 16 years of age or older?

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess a valid Drivers' License? Valid means your driver's license is not currently suspended or revoked.

• Yes
• No

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I understand that the position that I am applying for is a paid internship and is temporary in nature. I will serve at the pleasure of the assigned department head or supervisor. I also understand that this position and my employment may be terminated at any time with or without cause.Please indicate whether or not you accept these terms by checking the appropriate box below.

• Yes
• No

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Please explain how the tourism and event planning field fits into your future plans.
Required Question