Director-Columbus Lowndes Chamber of Commerce

The Columbus Lowndes Chamber of Commerce announces an opening for the position of Chamber Director.

Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled. Individuals applying for this position must be able to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Applicants must be able to multi-task and work independently to achieve exponential results.

Position Title: Director, Columbus Lowndes Chamber of Commerce

Submit resumes to: mfisackerly@gtrlink.org

Supervisor’s Title: Columbus Lowndes Chamber of Commerce Board

Location: Columbus Visitors Bureau

Administration:

- Provide, execute and oversee efficient administrative support and guidance for volunteers involved in various chamber activities, ensuring motivation, management and development.

- Provide organizational support and direction necessary to ensure the success of the programs of the Columbus Lowndes Chamber of Commerce.

- Communicate in a timely, efficient manner to Board members, keeping Board members up-to-date on important issues between meetings.

- Communicate to the board financial operations, functions and activities.

- Maintain and manage content for CLCC social media accounts.

- Maintain and manage CLCC operations and finances.

Membership Services

- Assess membership needs and interests in order to assist in the development of programs which meet membership/stakeholder needs.

- Present a professional image in representing the CLCC with various publics.

- Actively market the CLCC to the community on a year-round basis to grow membership.

- Preserving member loyalty through an acceptable retention rate to sustain budget goals.

Program of Work

- Work with Chamber Committees to plan and execute goals.

- Assist the Board and committee chairs in evaluating the effectiveness and feasibility of all programs.

- Coordinate annual planning retreat and Board member orientation.

- Manage the Chamber’s leadership programs.

- Compose and execute all public relations messaging for Columbus Lowndes Chamber of Commerce.

Special Events

- Responsible for developing budgets, recruiting volunteers, execution of events and final profitability of special events sanctioned by the Board of Directors.

- Evaluate potential new programs for recommendation to the Board of Directors.

Qualifications:

- 4-year degree in related field preferred.

- Previous community leadership preferred.

- Must have reliable transportation.

- Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in Office Outlook, Word and Excel.

- Experience with Canva, ChamberMaster and/or Adobe preferred.

- Must be able to work after hours.

- Must live in Columbus/Lowndes County Mississippi or be willing to relocate

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person

Ability to Relocate:

• Columbus, MS 39701: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person