Tourism Project Manager I - Economic Development - Limited Term Agreement

Gilbert, Arizona; Gilbert (AZ); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Team Gilbert in Gilbert, AZ is seeking a Tourism Project Manager I to support outreach to local businesses and coordinate tourism development initiatives.

The role reports to the Tourism Program Manager and offers a hybrid work arrangement with on-site and remote days, along with opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative, service-focused environment.

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.
• Arizona Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Education

Bachelor's Degree or higher in a related field

Job description

We Are Seeking

Team 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;

**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.

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?

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.

Gilbert offers a comprehensive benefits package for qualifying positions that includes medical and dental insurance, life insurance, disability, pension, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, babies at work, and more!