Job Openings in #ChamberWorld - Special Report - Week of April 16th
President
Geneva Chamber of Commerce
Geneva, IL
The Geneva Chamber of Commerce is searching for a visionary and innovative leader to manage one of the most successful Chambers in the Midwest and guide it to the next level of excellence. The Geneva Chamber has an active membership base and coordinates and hosts many national award-winning festivals and community events.
The President is responsible for the full range of activities needed to ensure the Chamber’s success.
Requirements for this Full-Time Position:
The President will provide high profile leadership, vision, creativity, guidance and strategic direction for the membership programs, community festivals and personnel of the Geneva Chamber of Commerce. The President will facilitate and lead staff and board efforts to achieve the mission and goals of the Chamber as approved by the Board of Directors.
The successful candidate for this position must be:
a leader and passionate advocate for propelling the Chamber to achieve excellence
a highly collaborative leader with the ability to successfully manage current programs, while developing new programs and strategic initiatives
an expert at forming mutually beneficial partnerships with city leaders, businesses and community organizations within the area
The President must possess:
professional presence
highly developed interpersonal and public communications skills
excellent time management skills
strong leadership and communication abilities, including conflict resolution and negotiation skills
ability to influence, motivate and inspire a team
Expert marketing aptitude
The President must generally be results oriented, diplomatic, persuasive, quick thinking, outgoing, approachable and operate with a high degree of integrity.
He/she should have five to ten years of proven leadership experience within a business, non-profit, or other association and have an understanding of the dynamics of, and a love for Geneva, IL. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted for these requirements.
In addition, the applicant must be willing to complete a background check, possess a valid driver’s license and must be available for regular early morning, weekend, and evening meetings. Salary is based on experience.
Application Information: Resumes may be mailed or sent online to Geneva Chamber of Commerce, 8 S. Third Street, Geneva IL 60134, c/o Jean Gaines; jgaines@genevachamber.com. Resumes will be reviewed, and qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview by a member of the search committee.
Search Process Target Dates: Resumes will be accepted through May 6, 2018. Final interviews will be conducted in May 2018.
President and CEO
Economic Development Coordinator
The Highland County Chamber of Commerce is seeking a motivated, self-starting, highly-organized, professional to fill the role of Executive Director of the Highland County Chamber of Commerce. The Executive Director will be responsible for the overall organization and “big picture vision” of the Highland County Chamber of Commerce.
Summer Marketing Communications Intern
The President is responsible for the full range of activities needed to ensure the Chamber’s success.
Requirements for this Full-Time Position:
The President will provide high profile leadership, vision, creativity, guidance and strategic direction for the membership programs, community festivals and personnel of the Geneva Chamber of Commerce. The President will facilitate and lead staff and board efforts to achieve the mission and goals of the Chamber as approved by the Board of Directors.
The successful candidate for this position must be:
a leader and passionate advocate for propelling the Chamber to achieve excellence
a highly collaborative leader with the ability to successfully manage current programs, while developing new programs and strategic initiatives
an expert at forming mutually beneficial partnerships with city leaders, businesses and community organizations within the area
The President must possess:
professional presence
highly developed interpersonal and public communications skills
excellent time management skills
strong leadership and communication abilities, including conflict resolution and negotiation skills
ability to influence, motivate and inspire a team
Expert marketing aptitude
The President must generally be results oriented, diplomatic, persuasive, quick thinking, outgoing, approachable and operate with a high degree of integrity.
He/she should have five to ten years of proven leadership experience within a business, non-profit, or other association and have an understanding of the dynamics of, and a love for Geneva, IL. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted for these requirements.
In addition, the applicant must be willing to complete a background check, possess a valid driver’s license and must be available for regular early morning, weekend, and evening meetings. Salary is based on experience.
Application Information: Resumes may be mailed or sent online to Geneva Chamber of Commerce, 8 S. Third Street, Geneva IL 60134, c/o Jean Gaines; jgaines@genevachamber.com. Resumes will be reviewed, and qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview by a member of the search committee.
Search Process Target Dates: Resumes will be accepted through May 6, 2018. Final interviews will be conducted in May 2018.
President and CEO
Charlottesville Regional Chamber of Commerce - Charlottesville, VA
The Charlottesville Regional Chamber of Commerce is seeking a full time President and Chief Executive Officer. This is an outstanding opportunity for a Chamber of Commerce, economic development, non-profit or private sector executive to lead and grow a successful regional Chamber organization.
Located in the heart of Virginia, in a Blue Ridge Mountain community, is Charlottesville, voted as one of the top 100 places to live in 2018. The Charlottesville Regional Chamber of Commerce is an active part of this beautiful community, and has over 1,400 members and affiliates, and serves multi-counties and cities, including the City of Charlottesville and the counties of Albemarle, Greene, Louisa and Nelson. Our economy is diverse and includes manufacturing, financial and government services, higher education, tourism, and healthcare. Our region is also home to a number of ground-breaking and fast-growing technology companies, and a growing number of wineries, cideries, and craft breweries.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The President and Chief Executive Officer works collaboratively with and under the leadership of a highly committed, energetic, and influential Board of Directors, with all staff-level employees, committees, and councils reporting the President. As a key representative and advocate for business owners and employers in our community, the President is expected to carry out the mission of the Chamber, achieve the vision of the Chamber, and model the values of the organization.
REQUIREMENTS
- Education: Bachelor's Degree. Advanced degree in business, law, public administration or related field preferred.
- Experience: 8 - 10 years of executive experience.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
In conjunction with the Board of Directors and staff, the President and Chief Executive Officer is responsible for the following essential functions.
- Strategic and Operational Planning – Develop a strategic plan in partnership with the Board and annual business plan with measurable objectives for delivery of successful outcomes on Chamber events, projects, and programs; aligns objectives with annual budget revenues and expense projections.
- Budget and Finances – Develop an annual budget in conjunction with the Board of Directors, and manage revenues and expenses in accordance with established budget. Develop fundraising strategies which further the mission and financial resources of the Chamber.
- Board Relations – Build and maintain strong relationships and communications with the Chair of the Board, Executive Committee, and the Board of Directors. Plan and organize Board and Executive Committee meetings.
- Community Relations and Advocacy – Collaborate with the Board of Directors to identify and manage the Chamber’s relationships with, and advocacy efforts before, state and local governments. Represent and promote the Chamber and its policies and objectives in a variety of public forums, including with state and local government elected leaders, partnering organizations, and individual businesses.
- Membership Relations, Development and Retention : Assist with recruiting and retaining new and existing members of the Chamber. Analyze and interpret the need of members and make recommendations to increase membership, engagement, and financial support.
- Marketing and Communication – Maintain high visibility in the community to establish collaborative relationships, and to create awareness and increase perception of value of the programs and services and the influence of the Chamber.
- Organization Structure & Procedures – Continuously evaluate the Chamber’s organizational structure, policies, and procedures to ensure their effectiveness.
- Staff Administration – Oversee the management of the Chamber staff, including general supervision and HR functions such as hiring, firing, performance reviews, salary, and benefits administration.
- Committee Responsibilities – Provide staff support, including preparation of agendas, minutes, and performance of duties specifically related to the Chamber’s governing bodies and committees.
- Other Duties as Assigned – Perform various other assignments as directed by the Board of Directors, Board Chair, and Executive Committee that are congruent with the Chamber’s mission and bylaws.
REQUIRED SKILLS
- Collaboration/Teamwork: Highly developed interpersonal and public communication skills; conflict resolution skills; negotiation skills; ability to build trust and positively influence actions; effectively lead change.
- Leadership: Possess a professional presence; strategic vision; ability to develop, motivate, and maintain a positive workplace environment; facilitate change; create a positive culture of innovation and energy.
- Finance and Operations: Demonstrate expertise on economic development principles, the regional economy, political environment, marketing and branding concepts; understand the opportunities and challenges to the growth and prosperity of large and small employers in the region; execute independently.
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Online applications accepted only. Applicants are requested to submit a resume with cover letter. Resumes will be reviewed and qualified candidates will be contacted for an initial interview by a member of the search committee.
DEADLINE
Applications will be accepted through July 1, 2018.
Job Type: Full-time
Experience:
- executive: 8 years (Required)
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Economic Development Coordinator
Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce - Bowling Green, KY
- Coordinate and participate in existing industry visits with President and/or VP and provide appropriate follow up with the business.
- Responsible for client database updates related to existing business visits.
- Coordinate follow-ups and updates on existing industry expansion projects.
- Maintain records of existing business job counts for board reports.
- Coordinate participation in or planning of events as needed (job fairs, announcements, TB&I).
- Oversee grant writing as well as various administrative functions related to grants.
- Coordinate Chamber’s talent initiatives in collaboration with VP to include MSSC, Fundamental Skills for Manufacturing, etc.
- Coordinate all activities related to the South Central Kentucky Training Consortium.
- Coordinate all activities of the various committees and councils.
- Communicate weekly with existing targeted businesses on job openings and provide report.
- Scan data mine chamber job portal to share with workforce committees and councils.
- Coordinate incentive application process for clients.
Job Type: Full-time
Experience:
- Administrative: 3 years (Required)
Education:
- Associate (Required)
Executive Director
Highland County Chamber of Commerce - Monterey, VA
The Highland County Chamber of Commerce is seeking a motivated, self-starting, highly-organized, professional to fill the role of Executive Director of the Highland County Chamber of Commerce. The Executive Director will be responsible for the overall organization and “big picture vision” of the Highland County Chamber of Commerce.
This is an expected part-time position; however an ideal candidate can be considered for full-time. Ideal candidate will be responsible for the tasks outlined below and tasks outlined in the attached detailed list of job responsibilities for the Executive Director as well as possess the desired qualifications, which are also outlined below:
General responsibilities will include:
- Manage budget and finances
- 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 (Event Coordinator and Marketing Manager) to ensure all organization deadlines are met
- Assist Event Coordinator with any overflow workload leading up to events
- Also, see full detailed list of Executive Director job responsibilities
Qualifications Desired:
- A background in finance and budgeting
- Proficiency with Quickbooks
- Outgoing personality
- Excellent time management skills
- An understanding of small business practices and needs especially related to Highland County
- An appreciation and/or knowledge for tourism
- Prior management experience with a non-profit or other civic organization preferred, but not required
The Highland County Chamber of Commerce has been overhauling our internal structure for the past few years. We are now taking the next step in our reorganization plan and need the ideal candidate who is excited to help us further move this organization forward in a sustainable, efficient, and successful manner.
The Highland County 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.
One of the first tasks the new Executive Director will focus on is the development of a strategic plan for the Highland County Chamber of Commerce. This will include working with and receiving input from the previous Executive Director, current staff, and the Board of Directors to create a potential revised mission statement, task and print deadlines for the year, and review of by-laws.
Compensation: Competitive pay TBD depending on applicant’s skill, experience, and desired level of pay.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Experience:
- Chamber of Commerce and/or Tourism: 1 year (Preferred)
Shared Services Coordinator
Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce
Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce
Flint, MI
The Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce is seeking to fill the following position: Shared Services Coordinator. This position works with the Director of Shared Services to coordinate administration duties and departmental procedures, ensuring high levels of departmental effectiveness, communication, and continuous improvement. Also has responsibility to coordinate and facilitate, pursue, and cultivate shared service partnerships, activities and events in addition to handling administrative duties for the lead executive.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Conducts event and informational research which support training and development initiatives.
2. Facilitate Shared Service opportunity meetings with membership and community partners; provide general support to clients.
3. Deploy a wide variety of training methods.
4. Monitor and evaluate training program’s effectiveness and success.
5. Update and maintain departmental documents which support budget.
6. Act as point of contact for internal and external clients.
Minimum Required Knowledge, Experience, Skills and Abilities :
1. Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or other related field.
2. Proficient in Microsoft Office, email scheduling tools and other programs as needed.
3. Familiarity with traditional and modern training methods (mentoring, coaching, on-the-job or in classroom training, e-learning, workshops, etc.…)
4. Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work.
5. Strong organizational and planning skills
6. Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
7. Must have strong attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple assignments with precision.
Special Job Considerations:
1. Must be willing to work outside of normal business hours on occasion to complete all tasks assigned.
2. Must possess critical understanding of projects undertaken by the Chamber in order to provide appropriate level of support.
3. Must possess high level of confidentiality.
4. Must be willing to work within partnerships established by the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce.
Interested candidates should submit resume, cover letter and three references by 5:00pm, Friday, April 27, 2018
Job Type: Full-time
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Tourism Coordinator
Verona Chamber of Commerce - Verona, WI
The Verona Chamber of Commerce is searching for a full-time creative Tourism Coordinator to join their team. Verona Chamber of Commerce is a partnership of businesses and professional people working together to build a healthy Verona economy and continually improve the quality of life in our community. The Verona Chamber’s mission is to proactively promote, support and enhance economic growth and community well-being.
The Tourism Coordinator is responsible for:
- Developing plans to implement City of Verona Tourism Commission goals and objectives;
- Facilitating current tourism activities;
- Researching activities and events, cultivating partnerships and negotiating for events to be held in Verona.;
- Assisting with the planning, coordinating, marketing, advertising and facilitation of activities hosted in Verona;
- Creating, maintaining budgets for, and assessing Chamber events;
- Assisting with the negotiation of contracts, booking space, entertainment, vendors;
- Coordinating with city staff, filing appropriate licensing, arranging food/beverages, supplies, and necessary equipment for the events/festivals operated by City/Chamber. Assisting with managing all event phases from pre-planning throughout duration of the event and post event;
- Working with businesses to secure event sponsorships;
- Working with owners of meeting facilities and sporting venues to negotiate use;
- Developing and fostering working relationship with the Madison CVB and the Madison Sports Commission to host events in Verona;
- Conducting quarterly activity meeting with all Verona hotels to monitor level of rooms occupied;
- Communicating with local business organizations to maintain coordinated efforts to promote visitor experiences throughout the City consistent with marketing strategy;
- Managing incoming leads and respond back to the customer with hotel/attraction rate information;
- Maintaining active involvement in industry-related organizations that promote room night business to area hotels;
- Collaborating with tourism and travel professionals to learn about opportunities to attract visitors to Verona; and, to stay abreast of new trends and innovations within the industry;
- Attending all meetings of the Tourism Commission. Preparing and presenting written and oral reports regarding the past, present and future activities hosted in Verona.
- Overseeing the content and management of the Visit Verona website, social media and digital and written materials.
- Using modern advertising strategies to position Verona as a top destination for niche markets;
- Working with marketing firm to assure Verona’s message is consistent with vision for community;
- Working with the Chamber Executive Director and marketing firm to establish a yearly advertising schedule;
- Working with Chamber staff to maintain a yearly calendar of events on the Visit Verona website, and other appropriate sites;
- Evaluating return on investment for advertising and marketing dollars;
- Traveling, as necessary, to meet with business prospects, participate in marketing events and meetings in and outside of Wisconsin, which may include evenings and weekends;
- Interfacing with the Chamber of Commerce, Elected Officials, City staff, department heads, external organizations and business leaders for coordination of events;
- Performing other related job duties as required.
Minimum qualifications include:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Graphic Design, Communications, Business, Hospitality Services or other appropriate area of study desired, but not required. Experience considered in lieu of education;
- Five years related work experience such as marketing, branding or event planning
- Understanding and working knowledge of marketing, advertising and communication principles and practices in all areas of media, web-based tools; and, the tourism market
- Exceptional customer service skills
- Engaging and outgoing professional
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Able to work independently, well organized with attention to detail and able to meet required deadlines
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Ability to coordinate and manage multiple events and work assignments throughout the year
- Proficient in use of Microsoft Office, Internet, graphics, multi-media programs and other job-related software programs, and social media
- Must have a valid driver’s license and own transportation
- Ability to design professional marketing materials is considered a plus
To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter, and wage requirements. Please apply for this position before the deadline of 4/26/2018.
Job Type: Full-time
Administrative Coordinator/Marketing Assistant
Sheboygan County Chamber of Commerce - Sheboygan, WI
Looking for a dynamic individual to represent the organization on a daily basis. This individual will be the Director of First Impressions, organized, good attention to detail and creative. Significant amount of interaction with other staff members as well as public. If you have great communication skills, love working with people and serving in your community, you may be who we're looking for...
Full time employment, includes a variety of benefits.
Daily:
- Open office each day, turning on lights, etc. ensuring front office space is tidy and pleasing for our customers
- Answer Phones
- Assist members with questions regarding their account: logins, website, sending invoices upon request, paying invoices, registering for events, etc.
- Process and distribute mail; enter all checks received
- Approve Job Postings, Events, Hot Deals and News Releases in Chamber Master
- Prepare Chamber Cash orders
- Stamp Certificates of Origin for members
- Help enter any new member applications, process payment, add to email groups, send logins, etc.
- Record visitor guide requests as they come in (Most of this leaves with VS)
- Assist callers/visitors with information requests: relocation info, tourism info, looking up phone numbers, giving referrals, etc (Most of this leaves with VS, unless it’s passing along Member information)
- Record door count every morning (Leaves with VS)
- Closing office and making sure doors are locked and lights are off
Weekly:
- Print new Membership Certificates to give to Shawn for distribution
- Print name tags for events (BAH, FP, FFF, Coastal) (This will end before end of April)
- Set up/schedule Xibo TV slides/programming
- Check and stock literature in lobby and front hall; order more when necessary
- Pull out literature/business cards for members when they drop
- Stock soda in conference room
- Water outdoor plants (seasonal)
- Reconcile petty cash
- Check/change info on front door sign
- Make sure restrooms are fully stocked with paper products, etc.
Monthly:
- Order soda and water from Pepsi (Jim), usually the week before Leadership
- Prepare and send out pre-invoice letters for members due for renewal in 3 months (prewritten letter)
- Run reports and run renewal membership certificates and put them in the mail
As Needed:
- Print more Chamber Cash (back page) when running low
- Update Chamber Cash list as members join and drop
- Print table tent cards and name tags for Deep Dive, Board, and BEP groups as needed
- Set up BAH’s and work with host to ensure they understand their expectations, etc. Schedule in ChamberMaster
- Order new member certificate stock for the upcoming year
- Forward Deep Dive applications to Shawn if they come to you
- Maintain Deep Dive Master Roster
- Order new Ambassador and new employee name tags
- Maintain and track conference room rentals
- Compile, redact, and distribute Ambassador scholarship applications to the Scholarship committee for scholarship selection
- Tidy conference room as needed
- Send out info sheet/packet for 4th grade project requests
- Make phone calls for Signature Events (getting payments & names for Gala, questionnaires and registrations for Next Wave Nominees, payments for Golf Outing, calling vendors for OktoberFeast, etc)
- Ordering food for programs or events as needed
- Additional responsibilities based on the needs of the business.
Assist with Marketing Efforts
- Social Media regular postings as per Media calendar developed by Director of Marketing (responsible for all Social Media postings)
- Write Press Release about Ribbon Cuttings with information provided by Membership Development and send to the appropriate media outlets
- Chamber Briefcase monthly
- Monday Monitor (weekly newsletter) in conjunction with Director of Marketing
- Creating and sending of e-blasts for Chamber events based on calendar provided by Director of Marketing
- Proofing as needed
- Additional support of staff as needed, when appropriate
- Sending articles to Business News monthly
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $14.00 to $16.50 /hour
Required education:
- Associate
Job Location:
- Sheboygan, WI 53081
River North Business Association - Chicago, IL
The River North Business Association is a nonprofit association that serves as the area’s Chamber of Commerce. This winter semester internship will provide a junior or senior level student an opportunity to meet local business owners while learning about nonprofit membership communications. In its 37th year of operation, the association recently revitalized its Street Banner Program. This outdoor advertising opportunity helps River North businesses promote their locations while demonstrating community support. A marketing/communications or marketing/sales student in Chicago will be chosen to help the association promote and manage banner sales while shadowing the Director of Membership on membership recruitment, engagement and events.
Responsibilities and Duties
Street Banners
- Conduct an inventory of current street banners and their condition
- Track banner location options and placement
- Write promotional text that clearly communicates banner options and methods of purchase
- Collaborate on marketing outreach that encourages members to purchase banners
- Communicate logo requirements and collect members’ logo materials to create the banners
- Follow up on banner applications and coordinate banner orders with banner supplier
Membership & Events
- Attend the association’s networking events, community events and committee meetings to experience the group’s culture
- Assist with event duties before, during and after the events
- Write text that communicates the details of various member programs
- Collaborate on phone call scripts and email scripts to deliver member outreach
- Assist with client follow up
- Assist with general office tasks
Qualifications and Skills
Requirements
- Must be a junior or senior level student in good standing at an accredited college or university
- Excel at writing, editing and customer service
- Willing to walk outdoors; basic knowledge of River North streets/directions a plus
- Possess strong organizational, planning and execution skills
- Have the persuasive abilities to encourage involvement in an upbeat and poised manner
- Desire to learn more about nonprofit culture with some previous exposure to it, i.e. has previously served as a volunteer or leader of a local charity, school club, fraternity/sorority, or similar
- Ability to exercise good judgment when interpreting instructions
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Earn college credit for this internship
Commitment
The intern must commit to a semester-long internship of 15 hours per week in the office starting in Spring 2018. Available office hours: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Flexibility provided around school/work schedules when planned in advance.
How to Apply
Reply with your cover letter, resume and marketing samples (if available)
Job Type: Internship
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Chambers of Commerce and member focused organizations serve as a valuable resource in the local marketplace. The networking opportunities and representation with a wide variety of diverse businesses in your community is the catalyst of a successful organization. For further information about Town Square's publishing partnership with chambers of commerce and our No-Cost guarantee and Earned Revenue Share Program, To request your chamber publication or map proposal, contact Town Square Chamber Proposal
