President, Waycross-Ware County Chamber of Commerce

(Reports directly to Board of Directors)

The President serves at the direction of the Officers and Board of Directors of the Waycross-Ware County Chamber of Commerce. Provide the leadership to position the Chamber in the forefront of the community. Develop a strategic plan to advance the Chamber's mission and objectives and to promote revenue, profitability and growth as an organization. Oversee event operations to ensure efficiency, quality, service, and cost-effective management of resources.

The President will be responsible for the management and supervision of staff, strategic planning and budgeting. In this capacity the President will:

• Act as the "face" of the Chamber as the primary spokesperson, including interaction with the media, members, community groups, legislators and others as appropriate. This includes creating presentations and speaking to large groups to increase the visibility, credibility, and to promote the mission of the Chamber. It also includes attendance at Chamber and non-Chamber functions to build and maintain relationships in the public and private sectors.
• Act as a servant leader to the membership (and prospective members), understanding their needs, listening and acting upon their feedback and encouraging active involvement in Chamber activities, while providing the highest level of customer service to result in high retention rates, a high level of engagement and new member growth.
• Serve as the organization’s representative and facilitate collaboration with organizations andbusinesses at the local, regional, state and national level to enhance services as required by theBoard of Directors.
• Keep the Chamber on sound financial ground through improved service to members, demonstrating value, and promotion of existing and new programs, with the result that members consistently renew their memberships.
• Prepare budgets, oversee funds and provide regular financial reports as directed by the Chamber Board and Officers.
• Develop, with the Chamber Board of Directors, a prioritized written plan of work based on the issues facing the Chamber and establish a time schedule for completing each item.
• Develop and implement a fundraising plan for the organization that achieves the goals for sustainable funding, the development of projects, and delivery of core operations.
• Supervise personnel and coordinate office matters necessary for successful member services, and activities as well as grow the membership base.
• Recommend and identify action items to the board and officers of the Chamber of Commerce as needed.
• Maintain a working relationship with Georgia Chamber of Commerce executives; presenting suggestions and recommendations from GCOC to the local Chamber Board of Directors and Officers.
• Other duties as assigned by the Chamber Board of Directors.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Suitable candidates for the position of President will have a proven track record in executive leadership, strategic planning and implementation, board management, membership development, budget and operational management, legislative and community advocacy, relationship-building, and staff management. In addition, all candidates will be expected to present the following:

• Under graduate degree preferred and/or equivalent job experience
• Certification encouraged; preferred Georgia Certified Association Executive (GCCE) or Certified Chamber Executive (CCE) or the ability to obtain within the first year of employment.

 

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Proficient knowledge of computer systems, specifically in MS Office products
• Outstanding public speaking and presentation skills
• Outstanding time management skills
• Ability to document and disburse accurate and thorough minutes from board meetings and committee meetings.
• Ability to communicate - verbal, non-verbal and listening skills with volunteers, members, peers, and coworkers.
• Supervisory skills - ability to plan, organize, and delegate
• Politically savvy; ability to tactfully work with differing opinions
• Demonstrated success in fundraising

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Physical requirements include visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate computer keyboard and basic office equipment.
• Subject to sitting, walking, and standing, sometimes for sustained periods, to perform the essential job functions.
• Ability to perform physical activities to accomplish the work including lifting objects up to 35 pounds.
• Travel as necessary to accomplish established goals of the organization.
• Working conditions are mainly in an office environment with frequent events, and meetings at various sites.
• A valid driver's license and acceptable driving record

 

COMPENSATION:

• The compensation package will be based on the qualifications and experience of the candidate and will be competitive with other Chambers of comparable membership and size.

 

HOW TO APPLY:

Upload your resume and a list of three references below, then complete and submit this application page. Or email (1) resume, (2) application for employment and (3) a list of three references (with "WWCOC PRESIDENT Application" in email subject line) to Bryan Hartley at chamber@waycrosschamber.org. The Chamber will accept resumes / applications until a candidate is selected. The Chamber will check references and conduct a background check of final candidates. A drug test may also be required of final candidates.

Waycross-Ware County Chamber of Commerce

APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT

 

It is the policy of this organization to provide equal opportunity to persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, handicap, protected genetic information, sexual orientation, parental status or veteran status or any other classification in accordance with federal, state, and local statutes, regulations, and ordinances.

Complete the entire application. You are required to attach a resume and a list with 3 references, but you must still complete all questions or your application will be deemed incomplete and may not be considered. Please fill out each box (do not simply indicate "See Resume") Applications with missing or invalid job information will not be considered for any position.

WORK EXPERIENCE: Please detail your entire work history. Begin with your current or most recent employer. If you held multiple positions with the same organization, detail each position separately. Attach additional sheets if necessary. Omission of prior employment may be considered falsification of information. Please explain any gaps in employment. Include full-time military or volunteer commitments. PLEASE DO NOT complete this information with the notation "See Resume."

PLEASE NOTE: WWCOC reserves the right to contact all current and former employers for reference information.

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY

AND SIGN THAT YOU UNDERSTAND AND ACCEPT THIS INFORMATION.

I certify that the information on this application and its supporting documents is accurate and complete. I understand and agree that failure to fully complete the form, or misrepresentation or omission of facts, represents grounds for elimination from consideration for employment, or termination after employment if discovered at a later date. I authorize the Waycross-Ware County Chamber of Commerce and their agents to investigate, without liability, all statements contained in this application and supporting materials. I authorize references and former employers, without liability, to make full response to any inquiries in connection with this application for employment. If requested, I agree to submit to a National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and credit background investigation prior to an offer of employment. I understand that this document is NOT an offer of employment, and that an offer of employment, if tendered, does NOT constitute a contract for continued guaranteed employment. I understand that staff employees of the Waycross-Ware County Chamber of Commerce serve at-will, and the employment relationship may be terminated at any time by either party, for any or no reason, other than a reason prohibited by law.