Virginia Chamber of Commerce - Richmond, VA
The Virginia Chamber of Commerce is the largest business advocacy organization in the Commonwealth with more than 26,000 members. The Virginia Chamber has an immediate need for a Director of Government Affairs. The Director of Government Affairs will report to the Executive Vice President of Public Policy and General Counsel. Under the direction and guidance of the EVP of Public Policy, the Director of Government Affairs is responsible for the development and execution of public policy strategies, educating policy makers on the important issues impacting businesses in the Commonwealth, and advocating on behalf of the VCC and its members. The ideal candidate will have a positive, upbeat attitude, excellent communication skills, and be able to operate in a non-partisan manner.
Please send introductory letter, resume, and salary history via email or mail to the Virginia Chamber of Commerce, 919 East Main Street, Suite 900, Richmond, VA 23219, ATTN: Donna Hale, Director of Operations. No phone calls please.
Salary will be based on education and experience.
Job Type: Full-time
Economic Development Coordinator
Village of Winnetka - Winnetka, IL 60093
$70,000 - $98,497 a year
General Purpose:
The Village of Winnetka is seeking a full-time Economic Development Coordinator. Under the direction of the Assistant Village Manager, the Economic Development Coordinator is responsible for developing, guiding, and administering the Village’s economic development and business relations functions. The position emphasizes business development (existing business retention/expansion and new business recruitment), marketing/branding activities, and special events. The Economic Development Coordinator is a key liaison to the Winnetka business community and Chamber of Commerce and also plays an important role in the implementation of Winnetka’s Downtown Master Plan. The position requires experience and expertise in developing strategies to create a sustainable long-term commercial base and to promote the community’s vision of its three business districts.
Essential Functions:
- Facilitate new business development by creating and implementing strategic business attraction, retention, and expansion initiatives to attract targeted retail and permitted/desired uses.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with business owners, business tenants, real estate professionals, brokers, landlords, and developers.
- Develop and maintain a commercial property database and directories of businesses and available sites.
- Expand the Village's knowledge of its market, including vacancies, leases, acquisitions and leakage to create a targeted growth strategy.
- Design, prepare, and implement marketing strategies and promotional materials; forge partnerships and cross-promotional co-advertising/marketing opportunities with business district stakeholders.
- Act as a liaison/ombudsman to the business community by assisting prospective businesses with information such as site locations, process requirements, zoning information, liquor licensing, etc. Serve as the Village's lead and single point of contact for potential businesses and applicants.
- Work closely with the Community Development Department to streamline Village processes and address zoning and Code issues with regards to the business community.
- Monitor the business climate in regards to available space and economic development opportunities, as well as monitor and report on relevant trends.
- Manage outreach and communication activities related to the business community and the three business districts, especially focusing on an improved web presence. Create and promote a social media presence for the Village's economic development activities.
- Collaborate to improve, expand, and promote local special events. Coordinate and recommend sponsorship opportunities with local businesses and events.
- Attend meetings of the Village Council, advisory boards, and/or ad hoc committees to make presentations and follow current issues.
- Act as the Village's liaison in the potential redevelopment of the Village-owned Post Office site and other redevelopment opportunities.
- Assist in the implementation of the 2016 Downtown Master Plan and 2018 Downtown Streetscape & Signage Master Plan by creating economic development strategies from the action plan, coordinating follow-up studies and analysis, and continuing to engage the business community in the Plan Vision.
- Gather and interpret data and prepare reports and recommendations.
- Prepare reports and communications for the Assistant Village Manager, Village Manager, and Village Council as directed, including weekly Council updates.
- Plan meetings and events.
- Serve as liaison between the Village, business districts, and the Winnetka/Northfield Chamber of Commerce.
- As directed, attend public, professional, and community meetings as a Village representative.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Desired Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in urban planning; real estate; public administration; business administration; or a closely related field.
- Four (4) years' of progressively responsible related work experience, preferably in a municipal or planning consultant environment.
- Economic Developer Certification desirable.
Other Requirements
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to provide excellent customer service and work effectively with business owners and tenants, developers, citizens, elected officials, and staff.
- Knowledge of principles and practices of business, real estate, and land use.
- Knowledge of business mathematics, statistics, and research methodology.
- Good organizational and prioritization skills.
- Experience in developing and deploying marketing strategies and tools.
- Ability to maintain and protect confidential information.
- Valid driver's license and safe driving skills.
The weekly work schedule is normally 40 hours in duration, Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
This is an exempt position. Salary range: $70,000 - $98,497 (DOQ), plus excellent benefits.
Candidates should apply with application, resume, and cover letter. Position is open until filled with first review of candidates September 5, 2018.
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Village of Winnetka
The Village of Winnetka (population 12,200) is an established North Shore suburban community, located approximately 20 miles north of Chicago, with a Council-Manager form of government. The Village has a land area of 3.81 square miles, and there are three business districts: Indian Hill, Elm Street, and Hubbard Woods. In 2016, the community completed its first Downtown Master Plan, and in 2018, adopted a Downtown Streetscape & Signage Master Plan. The Village is in the midst of its first business survey, which will be completed this fall.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $70,000.00 to $98,497.00 /year
Experience:
- Marketing, Branding, & Communications: 3 years (Preferred)
- Economic Development and/or Planning: 4 years (Required)
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Location:
- Winnetka, IL 60093 (Preferred)
Executive Director
Greater Ishpeming-Negaunee Area Chamber of Commerce - Ishpeming, MI 49849
$28,000 - $35,000 a year
Date Issued: Title: Status:
Annual Salary: Reports to:
August 10, 2018 Executive Director
Full Time (Minimum of 40 Hours per Week)
$25,000-$35,000 based on experience Executive Board
Duties and Responsibilities:
Public Relations Duties:
- Greet and assist members and guests in person, in written f01m, over the phone and via computer.
- Develop and contract for the production of a variety of promotional
- Effectively distribute promotional literature and keep Chamber office adequately supplied with information regarding member goods and services, local attractions and
- Market the region to various
- Work with members on a variety of specials promotions and all seasons of recreation (i.e. snowmobiling, skiing, biking, )
- Design and implement marketing efforts for the recruitment of conventions, meetings and special events
- To maintain and upgrade Greater Ishpeming-Negaunee Area's presence as a travel destination on the
- To maintain solid working relationships with all local and regional travel industry partners (i.e. chambers of commerce, business associations, LSCP, MCCVB, UPTRA....etc).
- Establish good rapport with media and other communications outlets, oversee press releases and remain current as to community activities, events and
- Constantly try to recruit and call on prospective
- Maintain Chamber membership benefits and
- To represent the Chamber as its primary
Board Duties:
- Attend all Executive and full board meetings, training sessions, impo11ant community and other functions based on the Executive Board' s
- Suggest policy or rule changes to the Executive Board in an effort to improve efficiency, morale, operations, membership, control over operating expenses and service leve
- Prepare for the Chamber's monthly Executive Board of Directors
- To insure the timely collection including dues billing, accounting and reporting of membership fees and provide monthly report for the Chamber's finance
- Oversee all insurance policy issues and purchases with policies set fo11h by the Executive Board.
- Review and approve all Chamber expenditures while maintaining the operating budget within board's authorization.
- Identify real or anticipated operating problems and inform the Executive Board in a timely manner.
20. Ability to accept directions and priorities from Executive Board and reliably follow through on tasks.
Office & Staff Duties:
- Hire, fire, schedule and handle all other employer duties, including supervision, disciplinary action and keeping productivity at optimum
- Set a good example for other employees through your ability and desire to assist members and guests in equal, fair, ethical, moral and efficient
- Insure that proper financial, membership, and payroll records are maintained and that all applicable taxes are timely paid and tax returns
- Complete projects according to deadlines
- Work in a safe manner being aware of the personal safety of
- Perfo1m related functions as
- Make sure staff properly maintains Chamber
- Ensure tidy personal appearance and professional
- Communicate sufficiently to send and receive information clearly and
- Adhere to all Chamber policies and
Essential Requirements:
- Sound computer and clerical
- Understanding of the basics of bookkeeping, office management and
- A basic working knowledge of
- Ability to work flexible hours as required by Executive Board, luting n01mal office hours and after-hour events.
- Ability to lift 0-50 pounds routinely during the work
- Ability to push or pull
- Ability to stand and walk for prolonged period of time.
- Ability to freely access all work
- Ability to read, count and write to accurately complete
- Ability to read, comprehend and interpret pe1tinent w1itten and printed
- Ability to work well in an unsupervised
- Regular job
Education:
No formal education required.
Competencies:
- Teamwork- interacts well with others in a way that fosters good working
- Interpersonal skills - possesses excellent people skills
- Leadership skills - has a vision for the Chamber and works toward designated
Job Type: Full-time
Director of Business Attraction
Quad Cities Chamber of Commerce - Moline, IL
The Quad Cities Chamber of Commerce is currently seeking a Director of Business Attraction. The Director of Business Attraction will conduct the day-to-day implementation of an aggressive strategic plan to attract new industrial and commercial development to the Quad Cities region. This individual will be responsible for identifying and interacting with business prospects/key site location decision makers and managing a range of development opportunities.
Essential Functions to be performed with or without a reasonable accommodation:
- Implements and manages business attraction line of effort, including but not limited to:
- Identifying and securing prospects’ interest in the Quad Cities region
- Works with business intelligence staff to identify new prospects that would be interested in locating in the QC utilizing lead intelligence software
- Establishing and managing relationships with site location decision makers
- Builds and nurtures on-going relationships with prospects in targeted industries and targeted geographies
- Works with the Chamber’s communications professionals to provide inform the targeted marketing and communications plan
- Attending trade shows and sales trips
- Developing relocation proposals and requests for information
- Organizing site visits
- Providing technical assistance to the client throughout the selection process
- Assists with financial packaging
- Managing business attraction projects individually or with teams
- Finalizing and closing business attraction deals in the Quad Cities region
- Works with Regional Business Development staff to identify potential new suppliers for existing companies to specifically target through business attraction initiatives
- Coordinates with Communications staff and economic development partners to develop targeted campaigns and marketing materials
- Develops a strong working knowledge of sites and building inventory and incentives available to prospective businesses locating in the Illinois and Iowa Quad Cities market
- Maintains up to date records and track progress of prospects in economic development database
- Responsible for managing own line of work within the ChamberMaster database - these duties may include, but are not limited to, event registration, member information updating, invoicing, and member communication
- Participates annually in a minimum of two community events, continuing education activities or other initiatives to build relationships with diverse populations and / or strengthen cultural competency important to fulfilling the mission of the Chamber and Q2030
- Takes initiative to ensure his / her committees, public statements, presentation materials and so on reflect the racial, ethnic, gender and age diversity of the community whenever possible
- Performs other related duties as required
- Work toward continuous quality improvement
- Stay current with changing technology, including software programs
- Uphold, support, and promote all company policies and procedures
Education, Skills and Experience Requirements
- BA/BS Degree plus 5 experience in economic development or equivalent combination of education and experience. Advanced degree or economic development certification
- Knowledge and experience managing sales/business development
- Knowledge of trends, developments, and techniques in the field of economic
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook
- Must possess a valid driver’s license
We offer: Competitive Salary plus a very attractive benefits package, including matching 401(k), Vacation, Sick Leave, 2 health plan choices, Dental, Vision, FSA, optional HSA, Life and Disability Insurance, EAP, Wellness Benefits and Supplemental AFLAC insurance offerings.
No calls/walk-ins please
EOE – Minorities encouraged to apply
Job Type: Full-time
Experience:
- economic development or equivalent combination of education: 5 years (Required)
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Member Relations Manager
Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce - Leesburg, VA 20176
Leesburg based association is seeking candidates for the full-time position of Member Relations Manager. This position is responsible for managing all inbound sales inquiries, servicing the needs of the existing membership base, and working with volunteers to fulfill the mission of the organization.
Candidates for the position must have the following skills and attributes:
- Strong phone and face to face communication skills.
- Ability to manage and convert sales leads.
- A proven record of sales pipeline management.
- Experience working with or leading volunteers.
- Ability to organize and manage multiple dynamic, fast-paced projects at one time.
Candidates for the position must be:
- Self-directed, but able to work collaboratively with other staff members.
- Available for morning and evening functions on a regular basis.
- Willing and able to receive and implement constructive feedback.
Technical experience and specifications:
- Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word & Excel.
- Comfortable working in a cloud-based technology environment including Google Drive, web-based CRM system, and cloud file storage.
- LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter proficiency recommended.
Other requirements of the position:
- Regular attendance at a variety of before hours and after-hours events.
- 3+ years of sales experience.
- Other duties as assigned.
Competitive salary. EOE. Resume and Cover Letter requested. Please email Membership @ LoudounChamber.org
Job Type: Full-time
Director of Convention & Visitors Bureau
Flint & Genesee Chamber of CommerceFlint, MI
The Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce is seeking a Director of Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB). The Director of CVB is responsible for planning and managing CVB sales strategies, tactics and budgets. Other responsibilities include but are not limited to cultivating and maintaining relationships with primary industry partners such as Travel Michigan, Tourism Industry Coalition of Michigan, Check-In Michigan, etc. The CVB Director is also expected to attend educational industry meetings and seminars to remain at the forefront of industry trends.
The ideal candidate will have a Bachelors’ Degree in Marketing, Hospitality or another related field. The position requires two – five (2-5) years’ experience in tourism, marketing and or public relations preferred. The position also requires experience in CVB sales, managing and forecasting budgets, devising sales strategy and marketing efforts. Qualified applicants must have experience supervising and leading teams, the ability to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing and a knowledge of tourism and hospitality is preferred.
Must be willing and able to travel up to 25%.
Salary: Negotiable based on applicant experience.
Interested candidates should submit resume, cover letter and three references by email by 5:00 p.m. Friday, August 31, 2018.
Job Type: Full-time
Marketing and Communications Specialist
River Falls Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau - River Falls, WI
$28,000 - $35,000 a year
The River Falls Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Bureau is seeking a highly organized, self-motivated, and creative individual to join our team as a Marketing and Communications Specialist. This full-time position will be responsible for the development, coordination, implementation, and maintenance of all marketing and communication campaigns with the strategy to enhance and promote the Chamber’s membership base, programs, special events, tourism and brand.
Requirements:
- Extremely organized, self-motivated, creative, detail-oriented and deadline driven.
- Ability to juggle multiple projects at one time.
- Strong customer service focus with relationship-building abilities.
- Top notch written and verbal communication skills.
- Affinity for working with community volunteer leaders and committees.
- Display a positive, do-whatever-it takes attitude.
- Familiarity with Microsoft software (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point) and strong graphic design skills in Adobe InDesign (or equivalent).
- Internet proficiency.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to lift 50 pounds.
- Flexibility to work occasional evening and weekend hours, especially during busy event season; general work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute marketing campaign for special events and programs.
- Produce and manage content for all Chamber websites.
- Oversee all social media sites and postings to provide a clear and consistent voice.
- Create and gather content followed by distributing e-communications.
- Create graphic design work for flyers and other forms of communication.
- Promote the area’s lodging, dining, shopping, recreation, events, and attractions to visitors.
- Contribute editorial content and/or support the creation and production of outsourced marketing materials.
- Implement and track all membership advertisement including website ads and e-communication sponsorships.
- Provide assistance in special event planning and execution.
- Provide support to membership recruitment and retention by developing relationships with members through outstanding customer service and outreach.
- Provide general administrative support.
- Responsible for maintaining the day-to-day office environment. This position serves as the first point of contact for phone and walk-in guests.
- Serve as an ambassador for the Chamber in the community.
Benefits:
- Annual Salary: $28,000 - $35,000
- Two weeks PTO, Simple IRA (3% Match)
- Fun, fast-paced working environment
Consider joining our team as we promote, connect, and support our membership in the community we choose to live, work and play by submitting a letter of interest, current resume and three (3) references to:
River Falls Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Bureau
Attn: Chris Blasius
215 W Maple Street
River Falls, WI 54022
Applications must be received on or before Friday, August 10, 2018.
Annual Events
Golf Outing – August 17, 2018
Bacon Bash – September 15-16, 2018
River Dazzle – November 23, 2018
Annual Dinner and Awards Banquet – January 31, 2019
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration- March 17, 2019
Bluegrass Festival – April 12-14, 2019
River Falls Days – July 12-14, 2019
Mission Statement
The River Falls Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Bureau works together to connect, promote, and support its members to further enhance the local economy and cultivate a sense of community.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $28,000.00 to $35,000.00 /year
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