Executive Director
Employment Help Centre, West Lincoln, VT, United States
The West Lincoln Chamber of Commerce is looking for their next Executive Director.
The
Executive Director (ED)
is responsible for innovating and managing the day‑to‑day operations of the West Lincoln Chamber of Commerce office and building strong relationships between members, as well as with potential members, the business community, elected officials, service providers, and other Chamber peers. The overarching purpose of the West Lincoln Chamber of Commerce is to be the local resource for local businesses.
The ED acts on behalf of, and is responsible to, The Board of Directors (the Board). The ED is a well‑rounded business professional eager to take on a wide range of tasks, projects and deadlines, and be responsible for performing all duties necessary to keep the Chamber a vibrant, relevant, and engaged presence within our local and regional business community.
Duties: Member Relationships
Regularly connect with, and develop relationships with each member and potential members
Maintain an accurate record for each member and potential member regarding their business and their expectations of the Chamber
Create opportunities for members to build and maintain relationships between themselves through proactive and creative communication
Innovate, develop, plan, execute, and attend a variety of membership events designed to further the members' perceived value of the Chamber
Understand the trends in the Chamber industry and being an active member of the Chamber Executives of Ontario
Member Communications, Sales and Marketing
Innovate to create, implement and manage growth plans to increase membership revenue, sponsorship, and advertising opportunities
Innovate to create, implement and manage marketing campaigns to sell Chamber memberships
Target and actively recruit new members (bricks & mortar and e‑commerce businesses) by contacting business owners and managers, and providing high‑value interactions and information packages
Innovate to solicit sponsorships and sales of ticketed events
Innovate to create, implement and manage member‑paid advertising programs
Innovate to create, implement and manage all communications and social media activities
Manage the website, social media, Membee, and Constant Contact
Update the website on an ongoing basis
Advocacy and Community Relationships
Establish relationships with community groups, outside funders/sponsors, media, business leaders and other organizations to produce data to foster innovation and produce member resources
Build relationships with other community leaders and associations to be part of the conversation regarding business and economic development in our community. Of particular importance are agriculture, manufacturing, retail, service, and tourism industries
Actively work to build relationships at all levels of government; municipal, regional, provincial and federal to produce data to foster innovation and to produce member resources
Prepare and communicate official position statements on public issues
Administration
Oversee and maintain all administrative duties
Prioritize day‑to‑day operations and tasks based on providing maximum value to the membership
Prepare for, develop content, and participate in monthly Board of Director Meetings (recess July & August)
Follow up on action items identified at Board and Committee meetings
Recruit committee members for a wide range of short‑term initiatives, plan meetings with the committee chairs
Develop and improve committee implementation plans and supporting materials for committees to deliver their mandate
Recruit, train, develop, evaluate, and discharge intern staff, volunteers, and contractors
Bookkeeping and Finance
Identify opportunities and submit funding applications
Work in conjunction with the bookkeeper on government remittances, monthly financial reports, and monthly and annual reconciliations
Note: And any other duties as assigned to achieve the West Lincoln Chamber of Commerce's Strategic Plan
Requirements: Qualifications:
Post‑secondary diploma/degree in a related field such as business, communications, marketing, public administration
2 to five years office management experience
Valid driver's license — clean abstract, vehicle to travel to various locations
Non‑profit experience, either paid or volunteer, an asset
Strong office technology skills including Microsoft Office
Excellent interpersonal and business communication skills, professional appearance, phone manner, and presentation skills Availability to work evenings or weekends when needed
Competencies:
Outstanding influencer consistently focused on creating mutual understanding between self and others
Outstanding relationship‑builder that is a self‑starter
Outstanding muti‑tasking and prioritization skills that result in making the tough decisions of what not to do, seeking efficiencies
Strong innovator that challenges one's own thinking and abandons previous methods
Passion for developing oneself and seeks and applies feedback for improvement
Ability to create compelling digital content (graphics, captions, short‑form video, etc.) that supports brand visibility and audience engagement.
Working Conditions:
Full‑time permanent; 35 hours per week. Some flexibility in daily work hours is required to attend Chamber events
Remote/Work from Home (but required to visit with Chamber members and potential members regularly and in person)
Salary plus 20% one‑time commission for all new members
$0.57/km to reimburse travel to and from the office to businesses and Chamber events. 10 paid vacation days taken within the year it is earned. Vacation requests are submitted to The Board at least one month in advance
Medical liability as per Chamber Board of Director policy with Meester Insurance Centre
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The
Executive Director (ED)
is responsible for innovating and managing the day‑to‑day operations of the West Lincoln Chamber of Commerce office and building strong relationships between members, as well as with potential members, the business community, elected officials, service providers, and other Chamber peers. The overarching purpose of the West Lincoln Chamber of Commerce is to be the local resource for local businesses.
The ED acts on behalf of, and is responsible to, The Board of Directors (the Board). The ED is a well‑rounded business professional eager to take on a wide range of tasks, projects and deadlines, and be responsible for performing all duties necessary to keep the Chamber a vibrant, relevant, and engaged presence within our local and regional business community.
Duties: Member Relationships
Regularly connect with, and develop relationships with each member and potential members
Maintain an accurate record for each member and potential member regarding their business and their expectations of the Chamber
Create opportunities for members to build and maintain relationships between themselves through proactive and creative communication
Innovate, develop, plan, execute, and attend a variety of membership events designed to further the members' perceived value of the Chamber
Understand the trends in the Chamber industry and being an active member of the Chamber Executives of Ontario
Member Communications, Sales and Marketing
Innovate to create, implement and manage growth plans to increase membership revenue, sponsorship, and advertising opportunities
Innovate to create, implement and manage marketing campaigns to sell Chamber memberships
Target and actively recruit new members (bricks & mortar and e‑commerce businesses) by contacting business owners and managers, and providing high‑value interactions and information packages
Innovate to solicit sponsorships and sales of ticketed events
Innovate to create, implement and manage member‑paid advertising programs
Innovate to create, implement and manage all communications and social media activities
Manage the website, social media, Membee, and Constant Contact
Update the website on an ongoing basis
Advocacy and Community Relationships
Establish relationships with community groups, outside funders/sponsors, media, business leaders and other organizations to produce data to foster innovation and produce member resources
Build relationships with other community leaders and associations to be part of the conversation regarding business and economic development in our community. Of particular importance are agriculture, manufacturing, retail, service, and tourism industries
Actively work to build relationships at all levels of government; municipal, regional, provincial and federal to produce data to foster innovation and to produce member resources
Prepare and communicate official position statements on public issues
Administration
Oversee and maintain all administrative duties
Prioritize day‑to‑day operations and tasks based on providing maximum value to the membership
Prepare for, develop content, and participate in monthly Board of Director Meetings (recess July & August)
Follow up on action items identified at Board and Committee meetings
Recruit committee members for a wide range of short‑term initiatives, plan meetings with the committee chairs
Develop and improve committee implementation plans and supporting materials for committees to deliver their mandate
Recruit, train, develop, evaluate, and discharge intern staff, volunteers, and contractors
Bookkeeping and Finance
Identify opportunities and submit funding applications
Work in conjunction with the bookkeeper on government remittances, monthly financial reports, and monthly and annual reconciliations
Note: And any other duties as assigned to achieve the West Lincoln Chamber of Commerce's Strategic Plan
Requirements: Qualifications:
Post‑secondary diploma/degree in a related field such as business, communications, marketing, public administration
2 to five years office management experience
Valid driver's license — clean abstract, vehicle to travel to various locations
Non‑profit experience, either paid or volunteer, an asset
Strong office technology skills including Microsoft Office
Excellent interpersonal and business communication skills, professional appearance, phone manner, and presentation skills Availability to work evenings or weekends when needed
Competencies:
Outstanding influencer consistently focused on creating mutual understanding between self and others
Outstanding relationship‑builder that is a self‑starter
Outstanding muti‑tasking and prioritization skills that result in making the tough decisions of what not to do, seeking efficiencies
Strong innovator that challenges one's own thinking and abandons previous methods
Passion for developing oneself and seeks and applies feedback for improvement
Ability to create compelling digital content (graphics, captions, short‑form video, etc.) that supports brand visibility and audience engagement.
Working Conditions:
Full‑time permanent; 35 hours per week. Some flexibility in daily work hours is required to attend Chamber events
Remote/Work from Home (but required to visit with Chamber members and potential members regularly and in person)
Salary plus 20% one‑time commission for all new members
$0.57/km to reimburse travel to and from the office to businesses and Chamber events. 10 paid vacation days taken within the year it is earned. Vacation requests are submitted to The Board at least one month in advance
Medical liability as per Chamber Board of Director policy with Meester Insurance Centre
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