Job Openings in #Chamberworld - Special Report - Week of June 18th; Executive Director Millington Area chamber of Commerce - Millington, TN; Executive Director- Mosinee Chamber of Commerce Mosinee Chamber of Commerce - Mosinee, WI; Event/Visitor Services Coordinator Stoughton Chamber of Commerce - Stoughton, WI; Executive Assistant Mayfield/Graves County Chamber of Commerce - Mayfield, KY $18,000 - $20,000 a year; Events Manager Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce - Grand Rapids, MI Contract; Marketing & Communications Intern Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce - Chicago, IL Part-time, Internship; Administrative Assistant Carol Stream Chamber of Commerce - Carol Stream, IL Part-time;

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Job Openings in #Chamberworld - Special Report - Week of June 18th

Executive Director

Millington Area chamber of Commerce - Millington, TN

The Millington (Tennessee) Area Chamber of Commerce seeks a dynamic and motivated Executive Director. The successful candidate will inherit an increasing member base, built in relationships in the community and a financially stable environment.

The Executive Director is the voice and defacto spokesperson for the Chamber of Commerce. This position will enjoy relationships with decision makers of industry as well as policy makers in local, county and state government. The right candidate takes a skilled approach toward member development and retention. Coordinating successful events and creating value for our members are traits the successful candidate would possess.

A position description, in overview form, accompanies this notice.

The timeline for the successful candidate is as follows

• Deadline for response: June 15

• Invitations for interviews: June 21

• Interviews begin: June 28

• Anticipated start date on or before: August 1

Millington Area Chamber of Commerce (MACC)

Job Title: Executive Director

Pay Status: Exempt

Division: Administrative

Date: May 31, 2018

Major Focus:

• Plan, organize, directs and controls the day-to-day operations for the Chamber. Provides services, products, and economic development and public policy activities for members and responds to member needs.
• Develops and maintains a collaborative working relationship between MACC, key business and public policy entities to foster and nurture a positive business environment for MACC members.

Essential functions:

• Assure the development and implementation for the MACC within the year’s strategic plans and the corresponding annual budget as approved by the Board of Directors.
• Communicate effectively with the Board in a relevant, timely manner to maximize efficiency.
• Assure effective and profitable operation of the MACC through optimal use of resources, financial, equipment, technology and processes in order to meet Chamber goals.
• Prepare an annual budget based upon income projections
• Evaluate monthly financial statement and make informed choices based upon these statements.
• Assure sound business practices are in place and utilized by staff and volunteers
• Lead in identifying and securing revenue generation opportunities that provide benefit to the MACC members.
• Well-developed written, spoken and interpersonal communication skills.
• Effective communication skills utilizing social media platforms including but not limited to; Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat, Instagram, LinkedIn as well as those that might emerge and prove beneficial to MACC members.
• Serve as primary spokesperson for the Chamber.
• Engage in direct member contact
• Active and effective recruitment of new members.
• Interface with volunteer committees working alongside this position including: Board of Directors, Executive Committee, Finance Committee, Chamber Ambassadors as well as other committees as directed by the Chairman of the Board

Experience/Education

• Bachelor’s degree preferred. Prospective candidates not possessing the educational certifications with applicable job experience considered on a case by case basis.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Chamber fields or effective management of a membership based organization.
• Experience utilizing industry standard software tools.
• Effective public speaking skills.
• Ability to maintain a professional and positive attitude while interacting with both internal and external associates.
• Ability to meet physical requirements including standing, lifting and others as the position requires.

Organizational Relationships:

Accountable to: Board of Directors

Accountable for: Administrative staff

Disclaimer:

This description is intended to provide an overview of the responsibilities and duties of the position. It is not all inclusive. The incumbent may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this description commensurate with the needs of MACC. The responsibilities may also change over time. This position description is provided for informational purposes only and does not form the basis of a contract.

Salary indicated on Indeed is not representative. Merely used to complete the Indeed process

Interested candidates should forward a resume, cover letter including salary expectations to attn: R. Glynn Williford, Chairman of the Board.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $1.00 /year

Experience:

• Chamber fields: 3 years

Executive Director- 

Mosinee Chamber of Commerce

Mosinee Chamber of Commerce - Mosinee, WI

$30,000 - $35,000 a year

Executive Director

Business Location: Mosinee Area Chamber of Commerce, Mosinee WI

Status: Full Time

Salary Range- $30,000-$35,000

Benefits Include: Flexible work schedule, paid time off, no other active benefit plan included.

Job Summary:

The Executive Director is 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 reports 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 board 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.

Event Planning:

• Organize and attend all MACOC –sponsored community events, noting that event attendance could include nights, weekends or holidays hours depending on the specifics of the event. Events include:
• Spring Craft Show
• Farmer’s Market
• Community Sales Days
• Firecracker 5K Run/Walk & July 4th Festival and Parade
• Greater Mosinee Golf Open
• October Haunting
• Christmas Arts & Craft Show, Festival and Parade

• Attendance is encouraged at networking events.

• Responsible for the control of an event from conception to clean up – ensuring the events run smoothly, efficiently and handle any crisis that may come up.

• Meet and coordinate with event committees/board to work out and secure event details – location, food, entertainment, A/V teams and equipment, staff/volunteers, etc., as applicable for each event.

• Help to create budgets and stick to them.

• Fundraise for and at events.

• Secure event sponsors.

• Calling of members prior to networking events.

• Update and maintain event guides and documentation for staff and committees to use as reference.

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.

Additional Qualities:

Experience:

• Three to Five years of previous sales, business management or business development preferred.
• Education:
• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $30,000.00 to $35,000.00 /year

Experience:

• Business Management: 3 years

Event/Visitor Services Coordinator

Stoughton Chamber of Commerce - Stoughton, WI

$38,000 - $45,000 a year

The Event/Visitor Services Coordinator handles the organization of Chamber events, including but not limited to Syttende Mai, Coffee Break Festival, Art Walk Stoughton, Community Expo, Victorian Holiday, Grape Expectations, and the Golf Outing. The Event/Visitor Services Coordinator works closely with the Executive Director, community members, volunteers and visitors. The position is also responsible for marketing the city of Stoughton with a goal of achieving overnight stays in Stoughton as well as encouraging local dining and shopping. This includes promoting area attractions, events, hotels, shops and businesses. The ideal candidate is creative, self-motivated and willing to go “above and beyond” to assist tour coordinators, tourists, salespeople, business owners, staff, board members, and volunteers. Local knowledge is important to the job. Please let us know if you have ties to the Stoughton, WI area. For a full job description, go to www.stoughtonwi.com and click on jobs. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please note that we do not offer health, dental or retirement benefits. We do offer paid vacation and some schedule flexibility.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $38,000.00 to $45,000.00 /year

Experience:

• event planning and marketing: 1 year

Executive Assistant

Mayfield/Graves County Chamber of Commerce - Mayfield, KY

$18,000 - $20,000 a year

The Executive Assistant provides support for the President/CEO and performs administrative duties for a busy Chamber of Commerce Office.

Duties Include:

• Maintaining database for Chamber membership

• Monthly invoicing for dues and event fees

• Coordinating financials with our accountant

• Scheduling meetings for Chamber committees

• Answering phones

• Serving as a greeter for the Chamber office

• Preparing a weekly bank deposit

• Creating weekly member newsletter

• Writing press releases for Chamber events

• Organizing monthly board meeting communications

• Preparing minutes from board meetings

The successful candidate will have excellent writing skills, strong, working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. Mac based system experience is a plus.

Knowlege of our community and local businesses is helpful.

This position is perfect for a someone seeking more than a job, but rather being a part of a larger mission of growing our business community each and every day.

Candidates must be 18 or older to apply. A college degree is preferred by not required.

No phone calls please.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $18,000.00 to $20,000.00 /year

Events Manager

Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce - Grand Rapids, MI

Contract

The Grand Rapids Chamber is an award winning regional organization that believes in a thriving and prosperous West Michigan for all. Organized in 1887, the Chamber convenes and leads a collection of business and community stakeholders to provide services targeted to increase growth and opportunity. It has a membership of nearly 2,400 businesses, 25 professional staff, and a $3.4 million budget. The Chamber is proud of its innovative programs that support talent development, advocacy/public policy, and business services. 

In principle and practice, the Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce believes in the value and power of diversity and inclusion. In efforts to better serve and represent our members and to reflect the community, the Chamber is committed to actively seeking a diverse workforce. 

We are looking for an Events Manager to join our team. Our Events Manager will maximize the overall brand experience by planning, managing and executing Chamber events. If you insist on double checking the details and know how to juggle five things at once, this could be the perfect position for you! 

Here’s more about what you’d be doing at the Grand Rapids Chamber: 

Lead event project management process to align stakeholder ideas, needs, and deliverables to meet experience and budget objectives. 

Responsible for managing logistics for events and programs, including vendor contract negotiations as well as venue and resource management. 

Collaborate with vendors, contractors, Chamber volunteers, staff and interns to ensure event roles/needs are met before, during and after the event. 

Maintain updated database information, including event set-up, tracking in-kind sponsorships, caterers, venues, décor, etc. 

Perform post-event duties including surveys and recap meetings to receive member feedback and foster continuous improvement. 

Manage the budget for assigned events. 

Assist with in-kind sponsorships for events. 

Manage event set up, registration and tear down when needed. 

Here’s who we’re looking for:

Bachelor’s degree in Event Management, Hospitality and Tourism Management, Communications or similar degree. 

Minimum 2-4 years’ experience in Event Management, Communications, Brand Management or related experience. 

Exceptional customer service attitude; we put our best foot forward with each interaction! 

Have proven computer competencies, including Microsoft Office proficiency (Word, Excel) and Adobe InDesign proficiency is a plus. 

Must be organized, detail oriented, and able to meet deadlines. 

Positive, team-oriented individual. 

Flexible schedule that allows event attendance in evenings or early mornings. 

What’s in it for you:

Competitive salary. 

Health, Dental, Life and 401(k) with 5% match. 

A collaborative environment and ability to work with other departments. 

Opportunity for growth into other key departments. 

A brand new work space, just opened in March 2018! 

Be a part of a thriving organization that’s heavily focused on its members to become the strongest chamber in the country. 

The ability to put your stamp on things. Our team is small so you’ll have a voice to share your recommendations that will help advance our mission. 

Challenge – each day is an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the community.

Marketing & Communications Intern

Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce - Chicago, IL

Part-time, Internship

The Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce (LPCC) seeks an enthusiastic Marketing and Communications Intern to help promote Lincoln Park and its members. This position reports to the Director of Marketing and Communications and works closely with other LPCC staff, local businesses, and partner organizations.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in planning and execution of social media and digital marketing
• Draft content for newsletters and online posts
• Research and update online event calendars
• Attend Chamber events when available, take photos for social media and assist with events as needed
• Conduct research for special projects
• Research latest marketing trends and develop strategic suggestions to improve external communications

Qualifications:

• Recent graduate or student persuing an undergraduate or graduate degree, preferably in one of the following fields: communications, marketing, public relations
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong writing and verbal communications skills
• Demonstrated research and data analysis skills
• Solid organizational skills, including the ability to work on multiple simultaneous projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and a quick learner of new software
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a small, entrepreneurial team
• Enthusiasm for the mission of LPCC and a positive attitude
• Familiarity with Lincoln Park a plus

Terms of the Internship: 
The internship is a part-time position of 10-20 hours per week (depending on availability and interest) with at least 4-8 hours per week in the LPCC office (between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday) and includes occasional evening and possible weekend events and meetings.

The internship is unpaid. The intern must provide his or her own computer and transportation.

The LPCC will provide letters of recommendation and professional connections contingent on a positive internship experience. The intern will be encouraged to attend applicable LPCC events, meetings, trainings, etc.

No phone calls, please.

Job Type: Internship

Administrative Assistant

Carol Stream Chamber of Commerce - Carol Stream, IL

Part-time

The person in this position provides support for the CEO of the Chamber.

Solid understanding of_ Quickbooks, Word, Excel, Publisher and Social Media._

This person should be friendly, positive, eager to assist callers and visitors to the Chamber office.

Organization skills, detailed oriented and flexibility are a must.

Duties:

Answering phones, organizing, managing files and mailings, tracking donations, tracking memberships, handling mail and document filing. Additional duties include management of all social media. Must be able to learn industry specific software.

This is a part time position; 5 days per week, 6 hours daily.

Job Type: Part-time

Experience:

• Word: 5 years
• Quickbooks: 5 years
• Excel: 5 years
• Customer Service: 5 years
• Administrative Assistant: 3 years
• Social Media: 5 years

License:

• Driver's License

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