The Monmouth Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and hiring committee are searching for an individual to fill the Executive Director position. Hiring committee member Sean Cavanaugh highlights what the job entails and qualities the committee is looking for:
“Anyone knowing the Monmouth area can already understand what that position entails. Clearly there are the monthly luncheons, trying to gain new members and membership retention, and several other activities throughout the year they are involved in. They have a golf outing, Market Alley Music Days, working with Baconfest, being able to communicate with people and communicate ideas, and have a positive mental attitude. Attributes such as that would all be attractive to the hiring committee. Certain amount of ambition that a person has is helpful as well because the Chamber of Commerce thrives on its’ membership. The more members there are, the better they can serve the community because they will have more resources,” Cavanaugh states.
Full Job Description
OVERVIEW:
The Director of the Monmouth Area Chamber of Commerce serves as a representative of the community and its business members to provide leadership in the fulfillment of the Chamber’s mission by developing effective strategies towards a successful and financially stable future while engaging existing businesses, assisting with new economic development and engaging with the community to sponsor and develop events.
SKILLS:
The Director should be a highly motivated individual with excellent leadership, organizational, communication (both oral and written) and technology skills to promote business retention, business growth and community events.
General Duties:
– Organize and implement programs and events that serve the Chamber of Commerce and the Community
– Encourage and promote special projects which foster economic growth and the betterment of the Monmouth community
– Manage Chamber finances and prepare/report to the Board of the Chamber
– Recruit and retain Chamber members
– Initiate press coverage relating to Chamber and community events
– Produce Annual Directory
– Assist with grant writing to support business and chamber events
– Coordinate and oversee events (including marketing and branding)
– Oversee Daily Office Activities
– Other appropriate duties as determined by the Chamber Board of Directors and the Executive
Committee
Qualifications:
The Executive Director will be a goal-oriented planner with the ability to think strategically, develop objectives with action steps and implement business plans. The Executive Director must possess a track record of sustained membership growth and retention in similar environments. The Executive Director should be able to develop and articulate a clear vision for the chamber to support economic and community development.
Requirements:
BA in business, management, public relations or political science is required. Significant previous experience in a senior leadership position within a successful public or private community development organization is required. Very strong understanding of and the ability to utilize technology as a means of communication. Experience in basic accounting with the ability to create a budget and reporting of financial records. Must be able to successfully and collaboratively work with a diverse group of individuals.
Must be able to work flexible hours to include evenings and weekends.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Economic Development: 2 years (Preferred)
- Office Administration: 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location:
- One location
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