Job Openings in #ChamberWorld - Special Report - Week of April 23rd - President Chamber of Commerce; The Cedarburg Chamber of Commerce 2017 Community Guide; Executive Director Dickinson Area Chamber of Commerce - Iron Mountain, MI; Executive Director Mosinee Area Chamber of Commerce, Inc. (MACOC); Coordinator, Board Relations Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce - Chicago, IL; Business Engagement Coordinator The Chamber of Manitowoc County - Manitowoc, WI; Guest Services Associate Charlevoix Area Chamber of Commerce - Charlevoix, MI

Job Openings in #ChamberWorld - Special Report - Week of April 23rd

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President Chamber of Commerce

West Pasco Chamber of Commerce - New Port Richey, FL

We Are Looking For A President

West Pasco Chamber of Commerce

5443 Main Street

New Port Richey, FL 34652

www.westpasco.com

Applicants will be accepted through April 30, 2018

Anticipated start date June 1, 2018

The West Pasco Chamber of Commerce is located approximately 25 miles north of downtown Tampa and is on the Gulf of Mexico. The Tampa Bay area offers many professional sports including football, hockey and baseball. Many art galleries and theaters are also located in the Tampa Bay area. You are only minutes away from the award-winning beaches in Clearwater and St. Petersburg.

The Chamber has only had 2 Presidents in the past 20 years and is looking for the next person to lead the organization. The President reports to the Chamber Chairman of the Board and is responsible for:

• Managing the organization
• Coordination of programs
• Internal organization structure and procedures
• Motivation of volunteers and staff
• Income and expenditures
• Fiscal policy and management of financials
• Generating income from memberships and sponsors
• Member retention
• Supervision of staff
• Interpretation of policy
• Maintenance of facilities
• Long range planning

The President serves as the face and spokesperson of the Chamber to members, prospective members, the media, key community stakeholders, elected officials and the public at large. The successful candidate will be well spoken, professional, ethical, have a positive attitude, and have the ability to recruit and retain members and sponsors.

We are looking for candidates with the following skills:

- Managing a team of employees

- P&L responsibility experience

- Budgeting and finance with bookkeeping software experience

- Fundraising experience

- Ability to develop and maintain relationships

- Ability to speak in public

- Excellent written, organization and communication skills

- Experience with local governments is a plus

- Experience with chamber work is a plus

Candidates will be considered through April 30th. You will need to submit a resume and cover letter. The cover letter should include your qualifications and previous experience relevant for this position.

If you have any questions you may contact the Express Employment Professionals office at (800) 274-0562. Please do not contact the chamber office directly as all candidate processing is being performed by Express Employment Professionals.

West Pasco Chamber of Commerce Mission Statement:

The West Pasco Chamber of Commerce is an action oriented business organization incorporated to promote a favorable business climate for its membership and community. Work with other interested organizations to develop effective mechanisms for taking action on issues of community interest. Provide business leadership for the improvement of the economy, political environment and quality of life.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $50,000.00 to $60,000.00 /year

The Cedarburg Chamber of Commerce 2017 Community Guide

The Cedarburg Chamber of Commerce 2017 Community Guide & Map is available at the chamber today ! Thanks to the Jennifer Andreas and the chamber team for their help and direction putting this together!

Cedarburg Community Guide

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Executive Director

Dickinson Area Chamber of Commerce - Iron Mountain, MI

The Dickinson Area Chamber of Commerce is seeking a motivated, self-starting, highly-organized, professional to fill the role of Executive Director of the Dickinson Area Chamber of Commerce. The Executive Director will be responsible for the overall organization and “big picture vision” of the Dickinson Area Chamber of Commerce.

This is a full-time position that requires attendance to chamber events outside of normal business hours. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the tasks outlined below and will possess the desired qualifications, which are also outlined below:

General responsibilities will include:

• Coordinate and attend chamber events
• Manage budget and finances
• Maximize the return on investment to its members
• Manage overall organization and work flow for the chamber
• Visit with and talk to members, community at large, and visitors
• Report to Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors
• Membership recruitment and incentives
• Work with staff to ensure all organization deadlines are met
• Assist staff with any overflow workload leading up to events

Qualifications Desired:

• Proficiency with QuickBooks
• Outgoing personality
• Excellent time management skills
• An understanding of small business practices and needs especially related to the Dickinson area
• An appreciation and/or knowledge for tourism
• Prior management experience with a non-profit or other civic organization preferred, but not required

The Dickinson Area Chamber of Commerce encourages a positive work environment, a team mentality among staff, a caring and respectful relationship between board, officers, and staff, and an organizational structure and focused workload for each staff member, so they feel comfortable, low-stressed, and successful when handling their workload and achieving tasks and responsibilities.

Compensation: Competitive pay dependent on applicant’s skill and experience.

Experience: Chamber of Commerce and/or Tourism: 1 year (Preferred)

Job Type: Full-time

Executive Director

Mosinee Area Chamber of Commerce, Inc. (MACOC)

The Executive Director is the Chief Administrative Officer and the public face of the Mosinee Area Chamber of Commerce (MACOC) and has overall responsibility for conducting the day-to-day operations of the organization.
The Executive Director answers to the Board of Directors and is responsible for fulfilling the Chamber's purposes as set forth in the Articles of Incorporation, Bylaws and policy decisions of the Board with a very close working relationship with the President to accomplish the following:

• Development of MACOC sponsored Community events
• Budget Development
• Maintain Membership and Growth
• Attend meetings and report upon the viability and progress of the Economic Development Committee
• Liaison with MACOC Members, Members of the Community and Elected Representatives, Allies and Media
• Personnel Management
• Marketing/Advertising
• Delegate to the MACOC staff as necessary to accomplish these tasks and responsibilities.
• Membership Development:
• PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: MEMBERSHIP DEVELOPMENT & SUPPORT

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• Maintain a package of current information for use in promoting chamber membership.
• Make personal contact with existing and new businesses or organizations in the Mosinee Area and maintaining a file of prospective new member businesses.
• Plan, coordinate, and assist in an annual membership campaign.
• Ensure that members are receiving a return on their MACOC investment.

Membership Maintenance:

• Contact MACOC members bi-annually or more regarding benefits of their membership or questions about their membership.
• Ensure that programs are provided to all MACOC members during the year.
• Survey the membership for their views and present them to the Board of Directors or proper committees for consideration.
• Write, publish and distribute communications to membership.
• Oversee the MACOC web site and social media outlets to ensure information is current and communicated appropriately and within a timely manner.

SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES: GENERAL OFFICE OPERATIONS

Administrative Management:

• Maintain the office appearance and decorum.
• Prepare all official correspondence of the organization.
• Oversee and preserve the books, documents, communications and records.
• Preparing an Executive Director report to present at the Board meeting and agenda for Board of Directors meetings with the assistance of the president.
• Provide training and direction to new Board members and assist new officers in transition between administrations.
• Effectively utilizing time.
• Oversee or complete daily deposits and records.
• Correspond to messages and mail that needs Executive Director attention in a timely manner.
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable.
• Attend Committee meetings.
• Attend and prepare reports for Board Meetings.

Human Resource Management:

• General supervision, payroll and evaluation of employees.*
• Carry out the hire, firing and any disciplinary action of employees as directed by the Board.*

Financial Management:

• Reviewing all bills for accuracy and presenting it to the board for review and approval.
• Assist in preparing the annual budget.
• Solicit bids for purchase of goods and/or services in excess of $500.00 and making purchases in accordance to Board’s guidelines.
• Review with the Board of Directors the dues schedule on an annual basis.
• Fundraise for and at events.

Communications and Public Relations:

• Maintain open relations among locally elected officials, civic organizations and the business community.
• Maintain relationships with the media and ensure timely responses to media inquiries.
• Give presentations to community groups and organizations.
• Attend SABA Meetings and any other club meetings that we are members of.

Program Planning and Coordination:

• Oversee and coordinate MACOC events and programs with direction from the Board.
• Keep the Board informed of MACOC and community activities and issues.

Government Affairs:

• Develop and maintain contacts and relationships with appointed and elected officials of government.
• Attend city council, county commission, and other governmental agency meetings as appropriate.
• Develop and maintain a collaborative working relationship with local government entities.

Advisory and Consulting:

• Keep informed of community developments of interest to the business community and recommending MACOC action.
• Assist the officers, Board, and committees to best present the MACOC’s position on issues.

Tourism Promotion and Oversight:

• Oversee a creative and effective tourism promotion program for Mosinee.
• Keep all books and records associated with tourism promotion.

Personal Qualities/Improvement:

• The Executive Director is the public face of the Chamber, even during non-working hours, and must at all times uphold the dignity and integrity of the organization.
• The Executive Director is strongly encouraged to participate in the activities to benefit the growth of the Chamber by working to improve personal knowledge of chamber management through attending workshops and courses.

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

• Business Management: 3 years (Preferred)

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Travel:

• 25% (Required)

Oxford-Lafayette County Chamber of Commerce 2017-2018 Community Guide & Membership Directory
The Oxford-Lafayette County Chamber of Commerce 2017-2018 Community Profile & Membership Directory is available at the Oxford-Lafayette County Chamber today! Thanks to Jon Maynard, Pam Swain, Rosie Vassalo and the chamber team for their help and direction putting this together!

Oxford Mississippi 2017-2018 Community Guide & Membership Directory

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Coordinator, Board Relations

Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce - Chicago, IL

The position requires a high energy, entrepreneurial, team-oriented, highly organized, multi-tasker who can support the Chamber of Commerce’s Board of Directors, Emerging Leaders and Chamber First Initiative. The work requires task management, project management and analysis, and use of initiative and independent judgment with frequent access to complex and confidential information. The Coordinator will arrange meetings and conference calls; manage database input; and drive Board member engagement.

The Coordinator Reports to Sr. VP of Membership and Corporate Relations and supports the Vice President of Corporate Relations and the Sr. Director of Corporate Relations

Primary Responsibilities:

Fundraising Support and Cultivation Activities

• Assume a lead role in planning and executing all Board related events, including BOD meetings, networking events, for the Board Dinners, and Emerging Leaders.
• Manage event logistical details for all Board related events with Events Team.
• Serve as point of contact for Board event registration.
• Create and distribute event communications such as save the dates, invitations, e-blasts, programs announcements, and other marketing materials with as needed
• Organize auction procurement efforts, working closely with the Events and Corporate Relations Team.
• Confirm speakers and logistics for any board events.
• Record and track event data, including budget information, registration lists, and actual attendance
• Coordinate other seasonal or special events such as capitalizing on arising fundraising opportunities, driving cause marketing campaigns, and overseeing donor and volunteer appreciation/cultivation events.
• Works with the Sr. VP and Director to ensure ongoing communications with Board throughout the year.

Corporate Development

• Collaborate with the VP, Corporate Development on developing the annual calendar of board activities. Calendar should be planned out as far as one-year in advance or a minimum of six months.
• Research new and existing membership for ways to further engage the member, or their organization, as potential sponsors.
• Develop sponsor materials as needed.
• Coordinate with Marketing & Communications Team to ensure the fulfillment of sponsorship recognition and benefits, including communications such as social media and press releases, and website updates
• Monitor and ensure the appropriate follow up occurs with donors and sponsors as related to the Boards (Board of Directors, Executive Committee, Emerging Leaders)
• Process donations, generate acknowledgement letters for the Boards.
• Assist with program event logistics as requested, including activities such as photography

volunteer management or communications activities.

Chamber First

• Supports the Chamber First initiative including:
• Research to enhance the knowledge about members so that the Chamber can offer them more opportunities for its members.
• Data entry of new information.
• Attending and participating in related meetings.

Emerging Leaders

• Supports Sr. Director’s management of the Emerging Leaders program, including:
• Administrative support for member communications
• Playing a key role in event planning and serving as a liaison with the Events Team
• Attend and provide logistical support for Emerging Leaders events
• Assist in the strategy, development, and growth of the Emerging Leaders program
• Helping to create and manage the process for non-Chamber members to join Emerging Leaders

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

• non for profit industry: 1 year (Preferred)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Business Engagement Coordinator

The Chamber of Manitowoc County - Manitowoc, WI

The Business Engagement Coordinator will perform a variety of duties including the design and delivery of material that supports the expansion and growth of The Chamber of Manitowoc County. The Business Engagement Coordinator will work integrally with the Manitowoc County Partners in Education Committee.

Position reports to The Executive Director.

Position Requirements

Demonstrates experience as a Business Engagement Coordinator with at least one year of comprehensive marketing experience. Proven communication skills, both verbal and written. Individual should demonstrate strong computer skills with the desire and ability to advance as technology changes. Ability to work as a team player in a fast pace, progressive, and enthusiastic organization.

This person must be a self-starter with passion and commitment to partnerships that enhance the workforce for members of The Chamber of Manitowoc County.

Education/Experience/Skills Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; business classes and college a plus.
• Minimum one year of office experience.
• Ability to speak and write clearly and accurately. Proofreading skills also required.
• Ability to organize and perform multiple tasks quickly and accurately.
• Ability to perform Chamber Master updates.
• Ability to perform Facebook updates.
• Ability to perform website updates.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office software suite.

Duties

• Assist staff and assigned committees with coordinating the services that connects Business Members of the Chamber of Commerce and the workforce of our community.
• Assist in the development of all programs that enrich relationships between employers and employees.
• Assist and lead volunteers who plan and promote the activities and events of The Chamber of Manitowoc County.
• Work as the Liaison with the Safety, Health & Wellness Council to provide the community with education and resources to promote wellness practices that enhance health and safety in the workplace.
• Conducting Business Engagement research activities. Activities may include surveys, focus groups and other means to acquire statistical data.
• Recommend improvements to work methods or procedures.
• Communication materials include but not limited to: flyers, press releases, website, newsletter, invites, posters, Facebook, ads, commercials, and logos.
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned by the Finance and Program Manager or Executive director.
• Other Requirements
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to accommodate activities/functions outside of established workday.
• Reliable transportation.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds.
• Hours - 40 per week, which may include event nights and weekends.
• ETO, Insurance and Simple IRA currently available.
• Mileage reimbursement.Work as a staff liaison for assigned Chamber committees.

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

• office: 1 year (Required)

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Guest Services Associate

Charlevoix Area Chamber of Commerce - Charlevoix, MI

Do you love Charlevoix? Do you consider yourself an expert on the Area? Love talking to people? Then we want to meet you! Qualified candidates will have a proven track record of outstanding service, professionalism, and a drive to exceed all guest expectations.

Applicants must have the ability to multi-task as responsibilities include working our front desk, greeting guests, sharing area information and recommendations, answering multi-line phones, and communicating with other team members while maintaining a poised and friendly demeanor. Previous hospitality experience is preferred but not required. You must have some experience in customer service, basic telephone, social media and Microsoft office suite. The ideal candidate is available for a part-time (25-35hours) seasonal position, working 5 days a week. Must be available Saturdays (9am-1pm) and holiday shifts for the season (May-August).

Please send your resume and cover letter for consideration via email, no phone calls please. Position will be posted and accept resumes until filled.

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: $10.00 /hour

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