Job Openings in #ChamberWorld - Special Report - Week of April 9th
President and CEO
Carbondale Chamber of Commerce
Job Description
Summary
The President and CEO of the Carbondale Chamber of Commerce is the key Chamber representative and advocate for business and economic development in Carbondale. The ideal candidate will guide activities to promote business in the community. These activities may include the development and promotion of programs, events, and educational opportunities for members and the community. The ideal candidate will work to grow and retain membership, seek opportunities to increase the value of Chamber membership, and promote local and regional economic development. Reporting to the Carbondale Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, the ideal candidate will also serve as the manager of the Chamber staff, and will organize and serve on Chamber committees.
Qualifications
- Energetic, entrepreneurial, dynamic and accountable
- Demonstrated professionalism with a strong work ethic
- Self-starter who is capable of validating past management experience
- Knowledge of business and community development best practices
- High-degree of professional judgement, including strong customer service and communication skills
- Desire to provide quality and to deliver realistic and positive outcomes consistent with the expectations of the Board of Directors, community stakeholders, and businesses directly supporting the program
- Commitment to improving the community by working with businesses, volunteers, City and University officials, organizations, and community stakeholders.
- Flexible schedule with evening and weekend hours available for special events
- Valid Driver’s License
- Ability to lift 25 lbs.
Job Duties
The primary function of the President must be to carry out the role, goals, and mission of the Chamber, as expressed through bylaws, policies, resolutions and actions of the Board of Directors. This may include:
- Monitor, supervise, and oversee the activities and projects of the staff on a close and frequent basis.
- Work with the finance committee and Treasurer in seeing that the Chamber finances are handled in a proper and prudent manner within the approved budget.
- Work to maintain the Chamber’s competitive posture within the Chamber associations. The scope of the organization is the Southern Illinois Region.
- Direct short and long-term objectives, policies, budgets, and plans for the organization and oversee their consistent interpretation, implementation, and achievement.
- Provide key performance indicators to the organization leadership.
- Represent the organization to the community, industry groups, membership, and the general public.
- Work with volunteers and the organization’s leadership to implement strategic plans.
- Direct proactive outreach to members
- Maintain effective communications and relations with the Boards, officers, and committee chairs, other organizations, and with other associations and boards.
- Promote professionalism and expertise of the Chamber to relevant audiences.
- Build awareness and support for high standards in the Chamber among members, news media, regulators, and policymakers.
- Work with and serve as a member of all committees in whatever way necessary in terms of organizing and equipping them to carry out their programs or projects.
- Responsible for all communications with the general membership and the public. Answer all official correspondence.
- Attend all meetings of the Board of Directors, Chamber Committees, and of the membership.
- Facilitates income through new members, re-evaluation of accounts, and membership retention.
- Solicit membership. Represent the Chamber to individuals looking for new industrial or commercial locations within our area.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred
- Two or more years of management experience
- Five or more years of sales and public relations experience preferred
- Experience with Chamber of Commerce preferred
Skills and Abilities
- Public speaking and presentation skills
- Strategic planning
- Financial competence
- MS Office proficiency
Job Type: Full-time
Required experience:
- Management: 2 years
Required education:
- Bachelor's
Job Location:
- Carbondale, IL
Required license or certification:
- Driver's License
Executive Director
Center City Development CorporationA Richmond Main Street Program – Richmond, Indiana
Applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, and three (3) references by April 9th 2018.
The Richmond, Indiana Center City Development Corporation (CCDC) Board of Directors is accepting resumes for the position of Executive Director. Richmond, Indiana is the economic and entertainment hub of Wayne County, Indiana and is a community of approximately 36,000 located directly on Interstate 70 on the eastern border of the state.
Center City Development Corporation was organized to further the economic development of Center City Richmond, including the Main Street, Depot, Warehouse, and Old Richmond neighborhoods with a primary objective to benefit the community. It is an official “Main Street” organization. CCDC also provides opportunities for education, innovation, collaboration and space for entrepreneurship.
The Executive Director is a full-time position that requires an energetic, collaborative and forward-thinking individual to manage the daily operations of the CCDC, including Main Street promotion, development, and programming, who is responsible for coordinating the implementation of the Organization’s policies and projects as the Board of Directors may require.
Responsibilities:
- Participate as a non-voting member of the Board of Directors and the Executive Committee of the CCDC.
- Help identify, facilitate, and focus the community vision for the Main Street program, including identifying assets and key players to help carry out that vision.
- Develop relationships with key players (board, businesses, residents, city, state, nonprofits, business groups, neighborhood organizations, UEA, volunteers, etc.) and recruit new business members, community partners and volunteers to help support CCDC programs and activities.
- Represent the CCDC throughout the community to cultivate a stronger understanding among our business, Economic Development Corporation, Chamber of Commerce, and local and regional government partners about how our programs and projects contribute to Richmond’s Main Street efforts.
- Develop and manage the CCDC communication plan to achieve the vision and provide information to downtown business, media, community members and our partners to ensure a positive public image and recognition of the organization.
- Coordinate fundraising efforts with Board of Directors and the Innovation Center Manager to develop new sponsorship opportunities and increase current commitments.
- Work with the Urban Enterprise Association board and administer the UEA programs including working on a Business Recruitment and Retention plan, providing monthly educational workshops, assisting zone businesses with compliance forms, and managing UEA programs as directed by the UEA board.
- Manage the CCDC staff and volunteers.
- Work with the Innovation Center Manager in areas of common interest.
- Develop and oversee annual budget and monthly reports, in coordination with the CCDC Executive Committee, for review and approval by the Board of Directors.
- Ensure annual reports are summited as required for Indiana Main Street designation (per Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs – OCRA).
- Oversee/Coordinate preparation and filing of appropriate reports including tax returns, grant use reports, financial statements, budgets, payroll tax returns, governmental filings.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- A four-year baccalaureate degree with an advanced degree preferred.
- 3-5 years professional experience in a leadership role.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate with business owners and other community stakeholders.
- Demonstrated success in development efforts.
- Familiarity with local and state government offices related to economic development and Main Street development.
- Experience and/or education in relevant areas such as planning, economic development, entrepreneurship, event management, volunteer management, use of social media, marketing.
Job Type: Full-time
Required education:
- Bachelor's
Assistant Market Manager
Duneland Chamber of Commerce/ Chesterton European Market - Chesterton, IN
Part-time Hourly Employee Every Saturday from the first Saturday in May until the last Saturday in October.
5:45 a.m. - 3 p.m. (In Chesterton)
Every Wednesday night from May 30th to September 26th 3:45 p.m. - 10 p.m. (In Burn’s Harbor)
Job Description
The Chesterton European Market Manager will be assisting the European Market Director in the running of the market. This includes helping set up, the running of and cleaning up the market. Other duties include being a contact point for vendors, greeting market guests, assisting the Director with tasks related to operating the Chesterton European Market
Set-up: The Market Manager is expected to arrive at 5:45 a.m. every Saturday morning in Chesterton, for the Chesterton European Market from May - October. On Wednesday Nights, the Market Manager is expected to arrive at 3:45 p.m. Set up duties include, assisting vendors to find assigned spaces, managing traffic, answering questions, duties as assigned by Market Director.
Running: The Market Manager is to maintain the information booth at both markets. Duties include selling market bags, greeting guests and answering questions they may have, maintain tidy information area, assisting vendors as needed, reporting any issues to Market Director immediately, duties as assigned by Market Director.
Clean-up: The Market Manager will be responsible for helping clean up the market, taking down the information booth, helping clean up garbage, assist vendors with clean up, direct traffic if necessary, and duties as assigned by Market Director.
Primary Job Responsibilities
- Maintaining open communication between vendors and Market Director
- Assisting the Market Director in the running both markets
- Maintaining a clean and pleasant market area
- Be a resource for market vendors
- Maintain the information tent
- Assist with all Markets
- Inform Market Director of any issues that may arise during market
- Assistant to Market Director
- Sell market branded merchandise.
- Greet guests when they approach the Information Tent.
- Other Duties as assigned by the Market Director
Requirements
- Must be able to lift and carry 50 lbs.
- Must be willing to work outside, in sometimes inclement weather
- Must be punctual
- Must have reliable transportation
- Comfortable working with the public
- Must be able to make decisions quickly
- 3+ Years of Retail experience preferred
- Must Provide References
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Job Type: Part-time
Experience:
- Retail Sales: 1 year (Preferred)
Summer Intern
Clarkston Area Chamber of Commerce - Clarkston, MI
Responsibilities Include:
- Assist with Chamber website and affiliate electronic publication outlets to ensure all event information and forms are accurate and updated
- Perform routine checks and edits of all Chamber forms to ensure they reflect the current fiscal year information
- Clearly communicate membership value to any/all Chamber members and future members during office hours or as needed
- Assist in set up/tear down and provide general support for Chamber staff during all events
- Help facilitate networking between members and immerse oneself in networking events as a catalyst for valuable B2B connections
- General administrative duties such as, but not limited to answering phones, writing/checking emails, accessing Chamber databases for information and communicating with members in the office
- Completion of special projects assigned by Executive Director or Chamber staff
Applicant Requirements:
- Excellent computer skills, highly proficient in all Microsoft Office programs
- Ability to effectively work with many types of people and personalities
- Outgoing, energetic
- Excellent verbal, digital and interpersonal communication skills
- Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team
- High degree of organization and meticulousness in all work produced
- Experience with digital data entry
- Knowledge of the Clarkston Area is preferred
Job Type: Internship
Education:
- High school (Required)
Farmers Market Intern
Midland Area Farmers Market - Midland, MI
Farmers Market Intern Job Description
Overview:
The Midland Area Chamber of Commerce manages an outdoor farmers market in Downtown Midland on Wednesdays and Saturdays from May 5th through October 27th and Saturdays in November until the 17th. We are seeking a Market Intern to assist with market operations from June - September. The Farmers Market Intern will assist the Market Master with all aspects of market operations. This internship requires personal confidence and the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of people, including: customers, farmers, volunteers, health inspectors, police and city transportation departments. The Intern’s general responsibilities include but are not limited to: assisting Market Master with market set-up and break-down each day, assisting vendors with sales, market counts, helping promote the market, assisting with social media and general outreach to promote the market, operating and promoting the EBT (food stamps) program, and assisting with the market’s special events program.
General Requirements:
The Market Intern must be available during every Saturday market and some Wednesday hours throughout the season, be willing and able to work outside in all weather conditions; and be able to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds. The position requires the ability to work independently as well as inter-dependently with a team of other paid and volunteer staff members. The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic advocate of the local food movement and Michigan agriculture. Interns must be reliable, self-motivated, and have good communication skills.
Specific Responsibilities:
Specific intern responsibilities will be determined by the needs of the Market Manager, Market Master, customers, our partners and the vendors at the market. Generally, the Market Intern is responsible for the following activities:
MARKET OPERATIONS
- Arrives at market 2 hours before opening to assist with market set-up and stays at market until all vendors have left (usually no more than 1 hour after market closing).
- Sets up safety cones prior to vendor arrival, table and display
- Places directional signs promoting the market around the community at key locations prior to opening on each market day, and removes those signs at the close of market
- Assists coordination of vendor parking and set-up, ensuring vendors are in the correct space
GENERAL MARKET SUPPORT
- Develops and maintains good working relationships with the Market Manager, Market Master, vendors, consumers and community members.
- Assists vendors, community representatives, and consumers by providing market-related information, conflict resolution and general aid as appropriate.
- Enforces market rules
- Interns may occasionally assist vendors by providing limited set up help and brief personal breaks and by assisting vendors with sales during especially busy times.
OUTREACH AND MARKETING
- Works with the Market Manager and our partners to promote the market through social media, contributing to weekly email newsletters, and promotion throughout the community specifically: Facebook, Twitter and Instagram
- Educates consumers about the economic impact of Midland Farmers Market
- Assists with the development and coordination of special events – including educational programming, harvest festivals, fundraisers and musical performances
- Coordinate the food donation program at the end of each Market between vendors and local Food Bank
- Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned
Job Type: Internship
Communications Specialist
Menomonie Area Chamber of Commerce - Menomonie, WI
Communications Specialist
The Menomonie Area Chamber of Commerce (MACC) is a non-profit membership organization that focuses on strengthening member business and stimulating regional prosperity.
We are looking for an independent, self-motived person to join our team. The primary function of the position is to maintain and grow business partnerships through membership and events, promoting the mission of the organization.
The following statements are intended to describe the general nature of the position and level of work to be performed. Please note that these statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all required duties, skills, and responsibilities of the position. This position reports to the CEO.
Duties & Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan, promote and execute events
- Plan, promote and execute member program (growth and database)
- Develop and foster relationships with business and community partners
- Provide general administrative support, basic bookkeeping, data entry
- Guide seasonal interns and countless supporting volunteers
- Support marketing efforts including social media, ongoing website maintenance, newsletters, email blasts, brochures, etc.
- Serve as an ambassador for the Chamber in the community
Minimum Qualifications:
- Associate’s degree preferred. Graduation from an accredited educational institution with a focus in Marketing or related field and at least 2 years of progressive marketing or sales experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training or experience
- Time management and organizational skills that include establishing priorities, meeting deadlines, and working in a fast paced environment
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
- Ability to format, evaluate, and edit content and structure of a variety of written materials in a timely manner
- Experience in project and financial management
- Professional demeanor with an positive attitude
- Strong customer service and sales focus with relationship-building abilities
- Knowledge of and the ability to follow the organization’s by-laws and rules
- Driver’s License and reliable transportation
WORK CONDITIONS
- Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required
- FTE: 40 hours/week
- Pay range: $10-15/hour
Consider joining our dynamic team as we promote, connect, and support our membership in the community we choose to live, work and play. Submit your letter of interest and resume to:
Send cover letter and resume to:
Menomonie Area Chamber of Commerce and Visitor’s Center
342 E Main St
Menomonie, WI 54751
This position will be open until filled.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $10.00 to $15.00 /hour
Marketing Intern
La Crosse Area Chamber of Commerce - La Crosse, WI
Are you looking for an opportunity to gain real-world marketing experience in a professional, but fun workplace? Find your opportunity at the La Crosse Area Chamber of Commerce! The Marketing Intern works directly with the Marketing Director to assist in implementing the marketing plan, including social media promotion, researching best practices, and other marketing projects.
Description
The La Crosse Area Chamber of Commerce seeks a motivated, self-starter to assist in executing marketing efforts. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in analytics tracking, marketing and communications, and event promotion.
Responsibilities
- Execute social media strategy
- Track campaign and website analytics
- Prepare and schedule weekly eNewsletters
- Organizing content and ads for published magazine
- Research latest marketing trends and best practices to implement in current strategies
- Support marketing and organizational goals
- Assist in website development and related projects
- Some design creation as needed
- Additional duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Seeking a degree in business, marketing, or other related field
- Must be an undergraduate student entering Junior or Senior year status
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet firm deadlines
- Excellent computer literacy, including proficiency with Microsoft Office software and the Google Suite
- Self-motivated, able to take initiative and manage projects independently
- Must be efficient, well-organized, and able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines
- Professional demeanor
- Experience with Adobe Creative Suite is a plus
- Experience with WordPress, Hootsuite, and social media management is a plus
Start Date: May 1st – flexible start date.
Time Commitment: 10-20 hours/week with possibility for more during the summer. Requires a minimum 3 month commitment, preference given to 6+ months.
To Apply: Please submit a cover letter and resume.
Job Type: Internship
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