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organization	location	position	closing date
Destination Analyts	Anchorage, Alaska	Field Research Manager—Alaska	2022-10-31
Job Description: This full-time job will have you based in the Anchorage area, but frequently traveling around the state meeting and interviewing tourists to Alaska. These survey-based interviews are typically done in places like National Parks, tourist attractions, hotels, visitor information centers, cruise ports and train stations that Destination Analysts has secured permission to be on-site at. In the winter months, you will mainly survey at the Anchorage airport, and periodically at other major Alaskan airports like those in Fairbanks and Juneau. Responsibilities include: Assisting in creating schedules for surveying Communication with Destination Analysts project team about schedule, survey collection Communication with survey locations to notify them about being on-site Travel to selected survey locations Greeting people in a friendly manner and asking them to take a survey Verbally administrating a survey and inputting responses into an online survey tool via iPad Manage temporary survey workers as needed to assist in goal completion Expense management This job reports to the Senior Manager of Field Research Qualifications: Requirements: Strong and effective communicator Ability to work independently Ability to meet survey completion goals Comfortable approaching people Comfortable verbally administering a survey Comfortable using an iPad to type and enter survey responses Friendliness and excellent interpersonal skills Reliable Willing to commit through April 2023 High school diploma or Associates Degree Valid driver’s license and safe driving record required Pass an FBI background check for airport badging Skills and Traits that We Consider a Plus: Customer service background Hospitality industry experience In-person survey experience Visit website for job details: Click Here

Destination Analysts	Remote or Hybrid (physical office is in San Francisco, California)	Data & Analytics Manager	2022-10-31
Job Description: Destination Analysts is expanding its analytics team and seeking a curious, team-oriented, detail-loving, tech-minded analyst for our Data & Analytics Manager role. Job Description & Responsibilities This position will: design analysis for location data and other large data sets to meet client objectives; collect and analyze data on traveling consumer behaviors, preferences, needs, buying habits, demographics, and more to identify potential markets, management issues, and other factors affecting demand; design and execute crosstabulations; work closely with Research Directors on data analysis and structure of client deliverables; lead and/or offer input to market research design for projects, data weighting plans, and economic model inputs; follow processes to ensure data quality; assist in the preparation of reports of findings, illustrating data graphically and translating complex findings into the written text; survey programming as necessary; work with the leadership team on new products and service lines to help our clients achieve their own organizational visions and goals. This job reports to the Senior Director of Data Analytics. Qualifications: Requirements: Contribute to a supportive team atmosphere Comfortable in mathematical and logical concepts Comfortable working with large data sets and using and/or learning BI tools Ability to lead projects Knowledge of market research concepts Excited by working within the travel, hospitality and lifestyle industries Motivation to contribute to the company’s growth Commitment to time management in order to meet deadlines College graduate (or equivalent experience) Proficient in Microsoft Office Skills and Traits that We Consider a Plus: BI design and usage (Power BI, Tableau, etc) Python Coding experience Survey design and management experience Economic modeling Qualitative moderation Storytelling of data Effective presentations Entrepreneurial spirit Visit website for job details: Click Here

Destination Analysts	Remote or Hybrid (physical office is in San Francisco, California)	Director of Research	2022-10-31
Job Description: Destination Analysts is expanding its research team in our Research + Client Services division, and seeking an inquisitive, team-oriented, client-forward, effective data and research communicator for a Director of Research role. Job Description & Responsibilities Destination Analysts’ Directors of Research are responsible for the development, oversight and execution of market research strategies for projects Destination Analysts leads on behalf of its clients, as well as for greater consumption among the travel industry and media. As a Director of Research, you will act as a market research practitioner executing Destination Analysts’ research product and services lines, helping fulfill the Company’s revenue goals, and overall vision and mission. Primary responsibilities include: Lead the execution of proper market research, ensuring high integrity in the data collected, and meeting data collection and reporting deliverable goals on time and to our clients’ satisfaction. Contribute at all stages and all steps of both quantitative and qualitative research projects when necessary, including, but not limited to, survey design, questionnaire writing, data analysis, report writing, presentation development and delivery, focus group and in-depth interview moderation, qualitative discussion guide development, qualitative study recruiting, and client communications. Translate research data into actionable insights and recommendations through reports and presentations, which will have a high impact to Destination Analysts’ clients Anticipate client needs through intimate familiarity with the business, and their unique challenges/opportunities, and proactively engage on a continual basis to help foster a sense of partnership. Work with Executive Leadership and staff on ideating, fostering and developing new products, service lines and thought leadership offerings. Travel to oversee research execution, client presentations and sales opportunities and to represent the company at business events. This job reports to the Vice President of Research. Qualifications: Requirements: Contribute to a supportive team atmosphere College graduate (or equivalent experience) Survey design and management experience Qualitative research design and moderation experience Knowledge of market research concepts Comfortable in mathematical and logical concepts Client-forward approach to work Excited by working within the travel, hospitality and lifestyle industries Motivation to contribute to the company’s growth Commitment to time management in order to meet deadlines Strong project management skills Effective writing and communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Office Skills and Traits that We Consider a Plus: Experience and/or comfort with large data sets and using and/or learning BI tools BI design and usage (Power BI, Tableau, etc) experience Economic modeling and/or application of economic modeling experience Entrepreneurial spirit Visit website for job details: Click Here

University of Wyoming	Laramie, WY	Assistant Professor-Sustainable Tourism Management	2022-10-17
Job Description: JOB PURPOSE: The University of Wyoming (UW) invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Sustainable Tourism. We seek an accomplished and creative individual to provide research, teaching, and service consistent with the educational missions of the University of Wyoming, the Helga Otto Haub School of Environment and Natural Resources, and the Wyoming Outdoor Recreation, Tourism and Hospitality (WORTH) Initiative. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: This position is a 9-month tenure-track Assistant Professor appointment in the Haub School of Environment and Natural Resources with responsibility to support the research and outreach objectives of UW’s WORTH Initiative. The Assistant Professor will (1) teach courses in tourism in support of the undergraduate degree in Outdoor Recreation and Tourism management and the MS degree in Environment, Natural Resources and Society, teach in the general Haub School curriculum, and mentor graduate students; (2) develop a productive extramurally funded program of research and scholarship in appropriate fields that support the WORTH Initiative, and (3) participate in the University’s Land Grant mission by serving the people of Wyoming. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated potential for research and scholarship in sustainable tourism, outdoor recreation and/or hospitality industry; experience teaching graduate and undergraduate students; a demonstrated commitment to interdisciplinary research; experience working with diverse populations; and outstanding communication and relationship-building skills that advance the Haub School’s reputation and vision. REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY: This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus. HIRING STATEMENT: UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email [email protected]. Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A terminal degree in a related field prior to the start date Recreation or tourism industry experience Demonstrated research agenda and scholarship in sustainable tourism Teaching experience A demonstrated commitment to interdisciplinary research and pedagogy DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Research program that focuses on sustainable tourism with applicability to Wyoming and the North American West Experience in design and teaching of on-line courses Experience teaching, managing, or developing applied experience courses, capstone projects, or professional semesters Experience working in interdisciplinary teams Visit website for job details: Click Here

Meet Minneapolis	Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States 55425	Director of Market Research	2022-10-14
Job Description: ABOUT MEET MINNEAPOLIS At Meet Minneapolis, our mission is to positively impact the economic and social prosperity of our Minneapolis community by attracting visitors, meetings and events that directly support jobs and local businesses, generating critical revenues. We believe in our shared passion to support the diverse community of Minneapolis through our work and when you’re working alongside people who are passionate about their job and the mission of the organization — well, that makes working at Meet Minneapolis a whole lot of fun! Ours is a culture of inclusion and high collaboration. We recognize it’s the unique contributions of all of us at Meet Minneapolis that drives our success, and we’re committed to building a culture where everyone can thrive and find meaning in their work. Meet Minneapolis HIGHLY encourages candidates of diverse backgrounds, particularly BIPOC candidates, to apply. JOB SUMMARY: Under the direction of the SVP of Public Affairs, directs all market research activities for the organization as required by Meet Minneapolis and the Minneapolis Convention Center to reach their goals for devising and implementing strategies to grow the visitor economy, secure conventions, events, and trade shows to the region. Position will work closely with the SVP of Destination Sales and SVP of Branding & Strategy for research needs and will be a key member of the strategy development and leadership teams. Qualifications: ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBLITIES: Designs, develops, and manages a market research program to meet the research needs efficiently and cost-effectively of the organization. This includes identifying and conducting primary research and analyzing secondary and syndicated research. Leverages acquired data through analyses to inform decision making and strategy development in the organization and the industry. Will be key member of the strategy development team. Manages ongoing performance reporting programs to provide accurate and timely assessment of the organization’s performance against contract metrics requirements and providing monthly reports to hotel partners and quarterly reports to the City of Minneapolis. Develops market performance measures that document performance for activities related to economic impact, visitor arrivals/ spending, hotel occupancy, advertising, etc. Responds to internal and external requests for data and insights, presents market research findings, insights, and market updates for stakeholders including ad hoc fee-based research for Meet Minneapolis partners. Produces statistical and analytical reports and forecasts on visitation data for use by internal and external stakeholders, being accountable for accuracy and timeliness of the data and presentation. Prepare presentation content for use at industry conferences, workshops and seminar on Meet Minneapolis and the local visitor economy. Comfortable with presenting research and data in large and small group settings. Contributes to the operational, budgetary, and strategic planning process to achieve organizational goal and objectives. Identifies and communicates trends in destination marketing. Develops and manages the annual market research budget, including management of market research suppliers, consultants, tools, and training. Participates on internal task forces and committees as requested by the organization and performs other duties as assigned ESSENTIAL EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s Degree in marketing, business, statistics or related field or equivalent experience Five years’ experience in market research or related field Combination of education and experience may fill above requirements Valid Driver’s License SKILLS/ATTRIBUTES REQUIRED Demonstrated understanding of the travel, tourism and hospitality industry and factors affecting the industry’s performance Self-motivated with strong organizational, multi-tasking, project management skills Ability to source and analyze quantitative and qualitative data. Experience in preparing and delivering effective presentations of research findings Ability to translate research data to inform strategic planning process Excellent interpersonal skills and experience in working independently and within teams Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline oriented and driven team environment Exceptional technology, written, verbal and organizational skills Service-oriented approach to leadership, work, and client relationships Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite Strongly committed to organization’s values of Service, Collaboration, Inclusion, Passion, and Integrity PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to: Walk, sit, bend and squat Talk and hear Grab, pull or bend items View items at a close and distant range Sit for extended periods of time Use computers for extended periods of time WORKING CONDITIONS: Hybrid office/remote environment Conferences/Seminars Some Travel Note: Job Descriptions are not exhaustive lists of all skills, responsibilities, or efforts associated with a job. They reflect principal job elements essential for performing the job and evaluating performance. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than as “at will” relationship. Meet Minneapolis is an equal opportunity employer. Visit website for job details: Click Here

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