The City Tourism Officer.
Section 51
SEC. 51. The City Tourism Officer. — The city tourism officer must be a citizen of the Philippines, a resident of the City, of good moral character, a holder of a college degree preferably with specialized training in tourism development from a recognized college or university and a first grade civil service eligible or its equivalent. He must have acquired experience in the implementation of programs on tourism development for at least five (5) years immediately preceding the date of his appointment. The city tourism officer shall receive such compensation, emoluments and allowances as may be determined by law. The city tourism officer shall take charge of the city tourism office and shall assist the city mayor and the local tourism council in developing and implementing programs, and shall: Encourage the local government unit to enact local legislation adopting the Department of Tourism (DOT) accreditation standards for tourism facilities and services; Ensure a pleasant experience and stay of tourists w bile at the same time protecting the interests, welfare and rights of the City; Develop tourist products and destinations that will benefit the City and its local community; Pursue the implementation of the national tourism master plans, the national ecotourism strategy and the area specific plans of the national and local government units; Support the local government unit in promoting festivals, fiestas and other tourism-related activities; and Perform such other duties and functions and exercise such other powers as provided for under the Local Government Code of 1991, and those that are prescribed by law or ordinance.