President

About us

The River Heights Chamber of Commerce seeks a dynamic individual to lead the organization. The President reports to a prominent Board of Directors and oversees a team that may include staff, volunteers and third-party resources, and manages a budget of almost $300,000.

The President works closely with the staff, Board, and the entire membership to create and execute programs that benefit Chamber members and the larger community. They drive success for the organization through strategic management of the following areas, which are critical to realizing the Chamber’s vision and goals.

Our work environment includes:

• Modern office setting
• Food provided
• Work-from-home days
• Regular social events
• Flexible working hours
• Relaxed atmosphere
• On-the-job training
• Company perks

River Heights Chamber of Commerce

Job Description Overview

Position: President

Reports to: Board of Directors, Executive Committee

Supervises: All Staff, Third Party Service Providers, Committees

Primary Responsibilities:

Membership Services

Schedule, organize, promote, host all Chamber member activities utilizing staff, member committees, and outside resources. Oversee Membership Committee.

Recent activities Include:

· Monthly Networking Activities (e.g. CoffeeNets, After Hours, Let’s Do Lunch, Business Managers’ Roundtable)

· Chamber Ambassadors Activities / Ribbon Cuttings

· Business Manager’s Roundtable

· Website, Chamber Master, Constant Contact and Online Directory

· Weekly Update

· South Metro Living Guide

Membership Retention and Growth

· Meet objectives for the retention of existing membership as established in the Chamber’s Annual Strategic Plan

· Meet objectives for new members as established in the Chamber’s Annual Strategic Plan

Events / Fundraising

Schedule, organize, promote, and host Chamber Events and Fundraising Activities utilizing staff, member committees, and third-party resources to meet fundraising objectives established by the Board of Directors. Oversee Events Committee. Recent events include:

· Annual Meeting,

· Golf Event

· Awards Event

· Fundraising Event

Advocacy

Advocate for Chamber members at the city and county level. Oversee Advocacy Committee.

· Promote Local Issues Meetings for Inver Grove Heights and South St. Paul

· Legislative Priorities Dinner & Chamber Day at the State Capitol

· State of the City (IGH/SSP) and State of the County (Dakota)

Coalitions and Partnerships

· Participate in the Dakota County Chamber Coalition (DCCR).

· Create and nurture other partnerships to ensure the future success of the Chamber.

Executive, Administrative, and Finance

Provide executive leadership and oversee the administrative and financial functions of the Chamber.

· Collaborate with the Board Chair, the Executive Committee, and the Board of Directors in creating strategic plans annually to establish short- and long-term objectives for membership, finance, and other pertinent areas.

· Develop and implement strategies to meet objectives identified in the Annual Strategic Plan.

· Oversee and manage internal staff, third party contractors, and member volunteers.

· Provide financial and administrative reporting to appropriate committees and the Board of Directors.

· Provide administrative oversight to the Director of the Inver Grove Heights Convention and Visitors Bureau

· Comply with all legal regulations impacting the Chamber.

Other Items / Skills

· Utilization of existing Chamber resources and software

o Chamber Master

o Quickbooks

o Microsoft Office

o Constant Contact

o Social Media

o Canva

· Excellent communication skills

· Ability to deal with ambiguity, wide variety of personalities and fast paced, changing environment.

· Ability to lead and delegate to both staff and volunteers.

· Strong aptitude for building new relationships and nurturing existing relationships.

· Must be able to regularly travel locally for activities, meetings, training, and other events.

This Job Description Overview does not list all the duties of the job. Additional duties may be assigned at any time.

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. Duties, responsibilities, and requirements may be subject to change based on organizational needs.

Please submit your resume along with a cover letter detailing your relevant experience in senior leadership roles.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $65,000 - $75,000