Events and Marketing Coordinator

Working for the Pequot Lakes Chamber of Commerce is an exhilarating experience that offers a unique opportunity to work with a diverse group of individuals, businesses, and organizations. The Pequot Lakes Chamber works with and are a part of both the Crosslake and Brainerd Lakes Chambers too!

Every day is different, and you get to be a part of exciting initiatives and events that help to promote and grow the local economy. Through your work, you will make a real impact on the community, and you get to do so as a part of a supportive and collaborative team.

The Events and Marketing Coordinator will play a key role in driving brand awareness, customer engagement, and revenue growth through successful events and marketing initiatives. This position offers a unique opportunity to showcase creativity, strategic thinking, and organizational skills in a dynamic and exciting industry.

Position Description I Pequot Lakes Events and Marketing Coordinator

Positon Summary: Provides project, program, event, and research support to the Pequot Lakes Office. Assists the Pequot Lakes Director with Chamber programs and events, in partnership with other staff and volunteers.

Schedule: Year around position: 16 – 20 hours per week; flexible schedule, will include some evenings and Saturdays.

Reports to: Pequot Lakes Director

1. Membership (25%)

Knowledgeable about Growth Zone software and utilizes it to update events, member information, groups, registration, questions from members, etc. Meet with members inside or outside the office regarding their information and update when needed. Be knowledgeable of Chamber Member Businesses and be able to make referrals. Attends Ambassador Welcome Visits and special events and assists when requested.

2. Event Needs (25%)

Update website, sponsors, event information, logos, spreadsheets, and post-event surveys. Participate and attend committee event meetings and physically work events where needed as a team player. Some night and weekend work will be required. Excellence in Service Awards (Thursday evening in January), Bobber Bocce (2nd weekend in February), Stars & Stripes Days (July 3 & July 4), Bean Hole Days (Tuesday night and Wednesday in July) Support Crosslake and/or Brainerd events as needed.

3. Administrative duties (25%)

Handles correspondence through phone calls, e-mail, mail, and in-person in a friendly and professional manner. Maintains and cleans the office and restocks and organizes tourism information and supplies. Coordinates office equipment maintenance including phones, computers, and copiers.

4. Customer Service (10%)

Primary customer service representative when working in the office. Answer general questions about events, community services, and businesses in Pequot Lakes and Brainerd Lakes Area. Fields and directs phone calls from members about Chamber benefits, programs, and information in a friendly and helpful manner.

5. Social Media (15%)

Ability to use social media for impressions, brand awareness, and to serve our business communities. Create and/or update social media postings and event info including Instagram and Facebook.

Qualities and skills necessary:

· Fun, outgoing, happy and energetic!

· Computer proficiency including thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite operating systems, including Excel, and PowerPoint with the desire and skills to learn other programs. Design skills are a plus!

· Commitment to member service, demonstrated through work performed.

· Exceptional administrative and organizational skills; Positive, outgoing and personal skills.

· Ability work alone, unsupervised, in a productive manner. Ability to lift 40 pounds.

· Comprehensive knowledge of Pequot Lakes and general knowledge of the Brainerd Lakes Area.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 16 – 20 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Pequot Lakes, MN 56472: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person