Job Openings in Chamber World - Special Report - Week of Feb. 17, 2020; President/CEO - Midwest Chamber, to $140k; President & CEO - Lawton Fort Sill Chamber of Commerce - Lawton, OK; Director, Detroit Government Relations - Detroit Regional Chamber - Detroit, MI; Alpena Area Chamber of Commerce - President/CEO; Director, Communications and Public Relations - Greater Louisville Inc. - Louisville, KY; Harbor Springs Chamber MI - Executive Director

Job Openings in Chamber World - Special Report  - Week of Feb. 17, 2020

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President/CEO - Midwest Chamber, to $140k
Location: Janesville, WI
Post Date: 02/14/20
Contact: Rick Richard
City: Janesville
State: WI
Zip: 53545
Phone (W): 608-741-2300
Email: rick@rdwinc.com
Website: visit our website...
Description:

 The chamber of commerce in Janesville, WI, Forward Janesville, is searching for a President. Forward Janesville leads private sector economic and community development efforts to ensure the continued health and prosperity of business and industry in Janesville and Rock County. The organization continues its strong work in government relations, education, small business, economic development and membership services.

The President is responsible for the full range of activities: coordination of the program of work, organizational structure and procedures, motivation of volunteers, fiscal management, maintenance of membership, employment, training and supervision of staff, interpretation of Board policy, maintenance of building quarters, and long-range planning.

Job Accountabilities:

• Create a highly visible organization to address economic and community development issues affecting Janesville and Rock County.
• Assume a leadership role in introducing, evaluating, and responding to important business and community issues facing Janesville.
• Plan, organize, and implement programs to address the needs of Forward Janesville Members.
• Ensure the support of retention and expansion initiatives that benefit existing Janesville companies.
• Aggressively pursue economic development initiatives that result in business and industrial diversification.
• Coordinates the Initiatives of Forward Janesville with other economic and community development organizations in Rock County to create regional economic development initiatives..
• Provide executive staff support for the major councils such as, Government Relations Council, Education Council, Downtown Council, AriseNow and Ambassador Council.
• Work with the state legislature and congressional delegation regarding laws and regulations that impact economic development.
• Maintain a positive working relationship with the State of Wisconsin, City Manager, County Administrator, Education Providers, and other public and private organizations having an interest in economic and community development.

Location: Janesville, WI
Our client offers a dynamic, challenging work environment with ample opportunities for professional fulfillment, competitive compensation to $140k, and a full benefit package. This position allows for an individual to make a real difference in the community, influencing growth and opportunity for years to come. To express your interest in this position, please submit your resume to:
RD Worldwide, Inc. Search & Staffing
Rick Richard
rick@rdwinc.com

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President & CEO - Lawton Fort Sill Chamber of Commerce - Lawton, OK

The President/CEO manages the chamber staff and serves as the "face of the Chamber”. Acting as a community leader and ambassador, the President/CEO provides leadership, vision, strategic thinking and implementation for the Lawton Fort Sill Area Chamber of Commerce. The President/CEO also collaborates closely with other business organizations and government entities with the goal of helping businesses grow throughout the community. The President/CEO will report to an Executive Committee and Board of Directors.
Responsibilities of the President include, but are not limited to, membership recruitment and retention, issues advocacy, fundraising, strategic business planning, budget oversight and management of Chamber staff. The position requires total dedication, a hands-on approach to daily operations management and the ability to act as the primary spokesperson for the Chamber and its membership.
Community: Lawton Fort Sill Chamber of Commerce (“LFSCC”) is located in the heart of Southwestern Oklahoma in Comanche County. LFSCC currently has more than 1,000 member businesses located throughout the Lawton Fort Sill area.

Applications will be accepted until March 5th, 2020.

To be considered for this position, please forward a resume & cover letter stating your past experiences, how they relate to this position and how they would provide for the future success of the Lawton Fort Sill Chamber of Commerce.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Proven track record of excellence in leadership, teamwork, collaboration and customer service skills
• Proven ability to develop and maintain alliances with officials and agencies from local businesses, city, county, state, federal and military installations
• Hire, retain, and develop exceptional team staff members, and provide daily direction to meet the Chamber’s short and long-term goals, execute top flight events, and provide excellent member value at all times
• Serve as the principal spokesperson and ambassador for the Chamber
• To effectively lead Chamber staff and volunteers consistent with the Chamber’s mission and vision
• An unmatched ability to retain and support current membership, and strong commitment to new member growth
• Obtain and analyze information regarding the needs of member businesses, and develop the data into programs that create exceptional member value
• Represent the Chamber at business and community events, public and private meetings, legislative and political events
• Identify pressing issues related to business, workforce, community image, efficiency and facilitate a cooperative approach to solutions

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum educational requirement of a bachelor’s in business or a related degree. Master’s degree and/or certification through the US Chamber of Commerce Institution of Organizational Management, the American Chamber of Commerce Executives, or the Oklahoma Chamber of Commerce Executives preferred.
• 7+ years’ experience in executive level management, business development/sales, and/or marketing; nonprofit experience preferred
• Chamber of Commerce or trade association experience preferred
• Successful committee organization and oversight
• Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with economic development partners in City, County and State highly desired

SKILLS

• High level of professional and personal integrity
• Ability to create and effectively communicate vision
• High quality standards, sound judgement and good problem-solving skills
• Strong leadership skills to motivate and inspire others to reach a higher goal
• Demonstrated ability to build consensus among a diverse group of stakeholders
• Ability to build strong relationships with City, State, education, industry and business leaders
• Strong financial acumen (strategic view/funding needs).
• Manage multiple tasks and prioritize organizational needs
• Strong administrative and financial management skills
• Proven experience with decision making in a highly collaborative environment
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• This position requires Effective communication to membership and board on a continual basis

BEHAVIORS

• Maintains composure under pressure
• Maintains overall effectiveness during change
• Considers organizational impact when making decisions
• Assimilates and becomes part of the community

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

• Sales: 7 years (Preferred)
• Executive Management: 7 years (Required)
• Marketing: 7 years (Preferred)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Required travel:

• 25% (Required)

Work Location:

• One location

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Flexible schedule
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance

This Job Is:

• A job for which all ages, including older job seekers, are encouraged to apply

Schedule:

Director, Detroit Government Relations - Detroit Regional Chamber - Detroit, MI

Director, Government Relations (Detroit based)

The Detroit Regional Chamber is hiring a full time Director, Government Relations (Detroit). The Detroit Regional Chamber offers excellent health & dental insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield, voluntary vision insurance, Safe Harbor 401k plan with matching contribution, generous paid time off days (PTO), paid holidays, business mileage reimbursement, and much more!!! Join our team as a Director, Government Relations today!

Director, Government Relations Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 4-7 years' experience in legislative, political and/or public policy arena.
• Exhibit personable demeanor and ability to interact with and provide exceptional customer service to external clients and internal team members at all levels.
• Strong interpersonal and professional presentation skills including verbal, written, organization, project and time management.
• An ability to interact with VIP's and diverse interest groups.
• Must thrive in a fast-paced environment with limited supervision (ability to self-direct), and quickly comprehend and act on changing priorities. Creative and strategic thinking and ability to analyze and make decisions. Results and action oriented.
• Excellent time management, attention to detail/accuracy and organizational skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and be detail oriented.
• Demonstrate willingness to accept responsibility, to take initiative, to be adaptable and flexible, to use sound judgment, and work effectively as part of a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite - specifically Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint - advanced knowledge and skill level in PowerPoint preferred
• Knowledge of social media and digital media platforms preferred.
• Ability to travel between Detroit and Lansing offices. Experience and/or knowledge of the Detroit Region preferred.

Director, Government Relations Responsibilities:

Public Policy/Advocacy Detroit:

• Coordinate lobbying efforts with input from other team members and Chamber's multi-client lobbyist and the oversight of the Vice President, Government relations.
• Conduct policy advocacy primarily before the City of Detroit and suburban counties. Should have broad knowledge of all issues pertinent to Chamber members and the ability to connect with issue experts.
• Implement lobbying strategies including, but not limited to: testimony before committees, participation with and leadership of coalitions, direct contact with legislators and staff, and policy development with Detroit Regional Chamber membership. Attend political fundraisers and community events in Lasing and Detroit region related to area of work.

Public Policy/Advocacy Lansing:

• Conduct lobbying efforts before the Michigan Legislature on issues of regional significance.
• Support Chamber's broader statewide lobbying efforts by leveraging local relationships and interacting with regionally elected legislators.

Committee Management, Mackinac Policy Conference and Other Events:

• Provide leadership and administration of the Chamber Government Relations committees and ad hoc work groups that fall within assigned issue areas, working with colleagues to develop and facilitate dynamic and value-added programming for our committee members.
• Develop dynamic relationships with elected officials and staff, executive branch, other chambers of commerce, business trade associations, and other advocacy partners.
• Assist Government Relations team in contacting elected officials for participation at MPC.

PAC Facilitation:

• Work with the Government Relations team, other Chamber team members, and volunteer Chamber leadership to develop, implement and oversee administration of the Chamber's three political action committees and other methods of political giving.
• Assist in planning the annual PAC reception at the Mackinac Policy Conference and other PAC events as assigned in coordination with appropriate Events team staff.
• Oversee annual solicitations of Chamber Board Members and Staff.

Administration, Collaboration and Other Duties:

• Monitor and update Government Relations content through Chamber communication channels in coordination with appropriate Marketing team staff.
• Work collaboratively in a team environment with other policy specialists and lobbyists.
• Ensuring all require reports including expenses, budget projections and lobbying reports are completed in a quality and timely fashion.

The Director, Detroit Government Relations serves as a key part of the Chamber's Government Relations team. The ideal candidate possesses a strong working knowledge of government, public policy and the City of Detroit. This individual will work to develop and advocate for the Chamber's public policy positions in front of the City of Detroit, suburban counties and the State of Michigan. This position will play a key role in the execution of the Detroit Regional Chamber's political action committees fundraising and endorsements. This position will be based in Detroit but requires frequent travel to Lansing (varies based on legislative schedule).

The Detroit Regional Chamber is an equal opportunity employer.

Alpena Area Chamber of Commerce - President/CEO


Position: The Alpena Area Chamber of Commerce is hiring a President/CEO, a full-time position reporting to a Board of Directors
Primary Responsibilities:
• Leads and guides development and execution of Chamber strategic priorities as guided by the Board of Directors
• Guides communication, marketing, and programming including economic development, education, advocacy, savings, and exposure as it benefits members
• Plays a strong role in advocacy efforts at all levels of government
• Manages staff (currently a staff of six) and utilizes volunteers to achieve goals
• Consistently exemplifies strong leadership in addressing the needs of the membership and working toward the Chamber’s mission
• Manages the relationship between economic development and the Chamber of Commerce
• Direct responsibility for staff which includes hiring, performance reviews, dismissal, growth, motivation, promoting teamwork, building and maintaining a customer-focused and mission-driven organization
• Represents the Chamber Membership at select community and regional meetings/events as they relate to Chamber priorities and economic needs
Other responsibilities not listed here may be assigned as appropriate.
Qualifications:
• Five + years of related experience and demonstrated success
• High level of personal accountability, self-motivated
• Proven ability to develop, and work within, budgets
• A genuine interest for the area and growth of the area
• Strong communication skills, written and verbal
• An ability to lead ideas from conception to implementation
• A growth mindset
Benefits:
• Salary competitive and commensurate with skills and experience (full-time, exempt)
• Health insurance
• Personal Time Off
• Potential for additional benefits
Resume and Cover Letter should be submitted at your earliest convenience to the Alpena Area Chamber of Commerce, 235 West Chisholm Street, Alpena, MI 49707, or info@alpenachamber.com.


Director, Communications and Public Relations - Greater Louisville Inc. - Louisville, KY

Greater Louisville Inc. - the Metro Chamber of Commerce is focused on growing the regional economy. As the region's largest convener of business leadership, GLI leads economic and global outreach strategies focused on business attraction; nurtures the entrepreneurial eco-system; and champions the development of the community's talent base. As the voice of Greater Louisville's business community, GLI advocates for a pro business environment and facilitates businesses engagement on issues that impact regional competitiveness. For more information, visit www.greaterlouisville.com.

The Director, Communications and Public Relations will lead public relations and corporate communications.

Build and maintain a positive public image for the organization. Writes and edits letters, speeches, news releases, op-eds, and other communication content. Create and oversee the production of all organization wide communications, including but not limited to e-communications, economic development and advocacy announcements and news conferences; seek out stories from internal and external resources. Manage and maintain the GLI website and curate digital content for the organization. Generate positive public relations for the organization.

• Ensure communication strategy is consistent and reflects the organization's strategic vision. This includes reviewing correspondence distributed from all departments of the organization.
• Prepare remarks for GLI CEO and other senior leadership as requested
• Writing and managing timely process of member communications, including digital content
• Write, proofread and edit copy for letters, speeches, new releases
• Serve as executive editor for the organization's website and the GLI Communications calendar
• Serve as public relations and communications advisor to recognize internal and external communications opportunities and solutions; define and execute appropriate strategies to support them.
• Serve as a spokesperson and lead point person on media interactions
• Oversee the organizations messaging and develop high level departmental communication strategies
• Analyze website traffic and implement best practices to elevate the GLI brand
• Create and manage the GLI Communications budgets
• Work with media outlets on stories, handle inquiries, and arrange interviews. Manage media and public relations and maximize media opportunities serving as point of contact for all media request and organizational inquires
• Coordinate news conference and announcements
• Write and edit copy for various publications, media and internal audiences such as board and investors. This includes op-eds, GLI e-newsletter, top investor update, chamber of the year application content, and annual report and others as needed
• Work closely with internal and external teams/partners and the Marketing team
• Perform other work as assigned.

Must be accessible outside of normal business hours for public relations communications.

Bachelor's Degree plus four (4) years of writing or journalism experience. A combination of education and experience may be substituted when proficiency is demonstrated.

Excellent organizational and administrative skills are essential to manage multiple projects, as well as excellent communications and writing skills. Must be able to work with deadlines.

Harbor Springs Chamber MI - Executive Director

The ideal candidate has an upbeat personality, knows the community, has a record of excellent organizational ability and written and verbal communication skills. Send cover letter and resume to info@harborspringschamber.com. Full job description.

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