Work Schedule:
Primarily 8am–5pm, with occasional evening and weekend involvement Reports to:
Director of Destination Development Help Showcase Brookings as a Place People Want to Visit, Gather, and Invest Location:
Brookings, SD Status:
Full-Time • Exempt • Benefits Eligible What You’ll Do What You’ll Do Event Development & Support: Recruit, retain, and support meetings, conventions, and special events that benefit the Brookings community
Serve as the primary point of contact for event organizers—from initial inquiry through execution
Coordinate logistics and provide hands-on event support to ensure smooth, successful experiences
Help develop strategies to attract new events and grow existing ones
Sales & Revenue Generation Promote Brookings as a premier destination for meetings, events, and group travel
Identify and secure new business opportunities that generate event-related revenue
Build and maintain strong relationships with hotels, venues, attractions, and local partners
Track event outcomes and performance to demonstrate return on investment
Community & Partner Engagement Serve as a key liaison to hotels, venues, and hospitality partners
Lead outreach efforts to engage stakeholders and promote tourism opportunities
Coordinate and host site visits and bus tours showcasing Brookings’ assets to prospective groups
Grants & Administration Manage the Destination Development grant program, including application review, recordkeeping, ROI analysis, and reporting
Identify grant opportunities that support tourism, events, and community development
Collaborate with internal teams to align grant activities with organizational priorities
What We Are Looking For Bachelor’s degree in hospitality, tourism, marketing, communications, nonprofit management, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
1–3 years of experience in event planning, tourism development, sales, community engagement, or a related area
Demonstrated success in event coordination, business development, or grant-related work
Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills
Ability to manage multiple projects, work independently, and collaborate across teams and sectors
Familiarity with hospitality, tourism, or community development trends is a plus
As part of our hiring process, final candidates will complete a standard post-offer background check
What We Offer
Salary Range:
$45,000 to $54,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support our team members both professionally and personally. Benefits may include:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Employer-supported retirement plan
Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick leave
Professional development and training opportunities
Flexible work environment, with occasional evening or weekend event support
Opportunity to work in a mission-driven organization making a visible impact in the community
As part of our hiring process, final candidates will complete a standard post-offer background check
Ready to Apply? Submit Resume at https://jobs.ourcareerpages.com/job/975139?source=websiteDDS
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Primarily 8am–5pm, with occasional evening and weekend involvement Reports to:
Director of Destination Development Help Showcase Brookings as a Place People Want to Visit, Gather, and Invest Location:
Brookings, SD Status:
Full-Time • Exempt • Benefits Eligible What You’ll Do What You’ll Do Event Development & Support: Recruit, retain, and support meetings, conventions, and special events that benefit the Brookings community
Serve as the primary point of contact for event organizers—from initial inquiry through execution
Coordinate logistics and provide hands-on event support to ensure smooth, successful experiences
Help develop strategies to attract new events and grow existing ones
Sales & Revenue Generation Promote Brookings as a premier destination for meetings, events, and group travel
Identify and secure new business opportunities that generate event-related revenue
Build and maintain strong relationships with hotels, venues, attractions, and local partners
Track event outcomes and performance to demonstrate return on investment
Community & Partner Engagement Serve as a key liaison to hotels, venues, and hospitality partners
Lead outreach efforts to engage stakeholders and promote tourism opportunities
Coordinate and host site visits and bus tours showcasing Brookings’ assets to prospective groups
Grants & Administration Manage the Destination Development grant program, including application review, recordkeeping, ROI analysis, and reporting
Identify grant opportunities that support tourism, events, and community development
Collaborate with internal teams to align grant activities with organizational priorities
What We Are Looking For Bachelor’s degree in hospitality, tourism, marketing, communications, nonprofit management, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
1–3 years of experience in event planning, tourism development, sales, community engagement, or a related area
Demonstrated success in event coordination, business development, or grant-related work
Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills
Ability to manage multiple projects, work independently, and collaborate across teams and sectors
Familiarity with hospitality, tourism, or community development trends is a plus
As part of our hiring process, final candidates will complete a standard post-offer background check
What We Offer
Salary Range:
$45,000 to $54,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support our team members both professionally and personally. Benefits may include:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Employer-supported retirement plan
Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick leave
Professional development and training opportunities
Flexible work environment, with occasional evening or weekend event support
Opportunity to work in a mission-driven organization making a visible impact in the community
As part of our hiring process, final candidates will complete a standard post-offer background check
Ready to Apply? Submit Resume at https://jobs.ourcareerpages.com/job/975139?source=websiteDDS
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