Job Opportunities

Visit Cook County & Cook County Chamber of Commerce

At Visit Cook County and the Cook County Chamber of Commerce, our work is driven by a shared passion for our community and the vital role tourism plays in supporting local businesses, livelihoods, and quality of life. Every day, we promote the people, places, and experiences that make this region truly special.

Our team is collaborative, mission-focused, and committed to strengthening the economic and cultural vibrancy of Cook County. Whether we’re welcoming visitors, supporting small businesses, advocating for community needs, or telling the story of this incredible destination, we believe in work that makes a meaningful impact.

If you’re enthusiastic about community, tourism, and contributing to a thriving Cook County, we invite you to explore our current career opportunities. Here, you’ll find roles that offer room to grow, a supportive team environment, and the chance to help shape the future of the place we all love.

Join us—and be part of the work that keeps Cook County strong.

Currently Hiring For:

Position Descriptions

Please send a cover letter and resume to roseanne@visitcookcounty.com by 12/15/2025.

Event Coordinator

Dream Job Alert: Become Our Cook County Event Magician! (Event Coordinator)
Visit Cook County and the Cook County Chamber of Commerce are looking for a highly-organized, people-loving, and detail-oriented Event Coordinator to help us showcase the magic of Cook County, MN!

If you thrive on bringing exciting community events to life, coordinating like a pro, and working in a flexible, hybrid environment, this is your chance to shine!

What you’ll be doing (the fun part):

• Producing Star Events: Take the lead on organizing specific, high-impact organizational events—from start to sensational finish (think scheduling, planning, marketing, and making sure everything's safe and permitted).
• The Fall Gala Mastermind: Plan and execute the highly anticipated Annual Fall Gala for both Visit Cook County and the Chamber.
• Community Connector: Act as a go-to resource and liaison for local event producers, community members, and tourism associations, helping everyone stay informed and connected.
• Budgeting Brains: Work closely with our finance director to manage event allocation payment schedules and provide informed direction during budget meetings for our 1% grant program.
• Digital Dynamo: Oversee and share in the management of our online events calendar, consumer E-Newsletter, and event website content.
• Data Detective: Track event success using specialized tools and reports, and share your findings with organizational leadership and the VCC Board.

What you'll bring to the table:

• A passion for events and/or tourism.
• Top-notch project and time management skills.
• The ability to juggle multiple assignments and adapt to a quick-paced, changing environment with a professional and diplomatic approach.
• Familiarity with Google Cloud Platforms (Drive, Gmail, Meet) and a basic understanding of tools like Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Canva.
• Reliable transportation and connectivity (we love our hybrid work model!)

The Perk:
Enjoy a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position with the flexibility of a hybrid work environment (up to two days working from home with approval). While some occasional travel, weekends, and holidays may be required to support our fantastic events, you get to be a driving force in promoting one of Minnesota’s most beautiful tourism destinations! Other benefits include:

• Health and Dental Insurance available
• Paid Vacation (PTO Schedule)
• Simple IRA
• Salary Range $60K to $63K

Ready to make some memories? Apply today!

Please send a cover letter and resume to roseanne@visitcookcounty.com by 12/15/2025.

Marketing and Communications Coordinator

Visit Cook County is seeking a creative, highly organized Marketing & Communications Coordinator to help share the story of Cook County. This role focuses on social media management, content creation, and marketing operations that support our year-round tourism marketing efforts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, write, and publish engaging social media content.
• Capture photo/video for seasonal campaigns and events.
• Draft web copy, newsletters, and partner communications.
• Maintain marketing calendars, workflows, and content libraries.
• Support partnerships and media hosting.
• Assist with board prep, PR efforts, and community outreach

Qualifications:

• 1–3 years in digital marketing, social media, or communications.
• Strong writing skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Experience with Canva or Adobe Suite.
• Comfortable creating short-form video (Reels/Short)
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple deadlines

The Perk:
Enjoy a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position with the flexibility of a hybrid work environment (up to two days working from home with approval). While some occasional travel, weekends, and holidays may be required to support our fantastic events, you get to be a driving force in promoting one of Minnesota’s most beautiful tourism destinations! Other benefits include:

• Health and Dental Insurance available
• Paid Vacation (PTO Schedule)
• Simple IRA
• Salary Range 1-3 years of experience: $60K to $63K | 3+ years of experience: $63K+

Ready to make some memories? Apply today!

Please send a cover letter and resume to roseanne@visitcookcounty.com by 12/15/2025.