St. Bernard Chamber Of Commerce Looking For A New CEO

CHALMETTE, LA – The St. Bernard Chamber of Commerce is seeking an entrepreneurial and dynamic chief executive officer to oversee and manage all aspects of the St. Bernard Chamber of Commerce.

         Applications are being accepted through Friday, June 30, and should include a cover letter, resume and three references to be sent to info@stbernardchamber.org with the subject “Application for CEO Position.”

         The CEO will serve as the primary point of contact for the organization, and s/he will be responsible for organizational development, program development, fund development, administration, public relations, financial management, membership management and member advocacy. St. Bernard Parish is a growing community with significant community and economic development projects in the works, and the CEO will be responsible for leveraging this “next stage” environment for increased community interaction, membership growth, and organizational development, chamber reps said.

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         The St. Bernard Chamber is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit organization focused on providing the resources and representation essential to the growth and development of the St. Bernard Parish business community.

         The St. Bernard Chamber of Commerce CEO is the primary, public-facing, staff executive responsible for representing the St. Bernard Chamber of Commerce. Additionally, s/he will manage all aspects of the organization including, but not limited to, programs and events, administration and operations and community relations. The CEO will answer directly to the 21 voting member board of directors and is subject to the direction of the Board and guidance of the executive committee.

         Chamber reps said the CEO must enjoy working in a small, nonprofit environment and be driven by bettering the community. The ideal candidate should have the ability to multitask, balance and prioritize responsibilities. S/he should be self-motivated and innovative, and s/he should be comfortable with a high-profile role involving contact and collaboration with leaders from St. Bernard Parish and across the Greater New Orleans Region. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential, reps said.

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         Essential responsibilities:

 

Oversee administrative activities including, but not limited to, the following:

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• Financial responsibilities including budgeting, billing and payments, reports

• Database management activities

• Management of staff and hiring and termination of all personnel

• Maintenance of all books and records

• Management and integration of technology and systems for organizational effectiveness

 

Oversee programmatic activities including, but not limited to, the following:

• Event Registration

• Coordination of venue, catering, and event details

• Event setup and break down

 

Oversee governance activities including, but not limited to, the following:

• Board communications and notifications

• Preparation of all materials and reports essential to Board and Committee Meetings

• Maintenance of all books, records, and official documents of the organization

 

Oversee communications activities including, but not limited to, the following:

• Email Campaigns and communications to the Chamber Membership

• Social Media Management

• Media communications including Media Advisories and Press Releases

• All external relations efforts

 

         Required qualifications:

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree or 5+ years of experience in a leadership role with a non-profit or relevant organization

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat

• Experience in social media platforms including Facebook and Twitter

• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)

• Strong judgment and executive decision making abilities

• Skilled in organizing resources and establishing priorities

• Understanding of basic business and economic development activities and issues

• Understanding of nonprofit structure, governance, and operations

 

         Preferred Qualifications:

• Graphic design experience

• Fundraising experience

• Proficiency in Chamber Master, Quickbooks, and any relevant fundraising or accounting software

• Demonstrated history of service and volunteerism – especially through committee or board involvement

• The development and/or facilitation of a strategic plan or strategic planning process

• Participation in a Leadership Program

 

         Compensation for the CEO position will be $55,000 – $65,000 per year commensurate with experience and qualifications.

         The CEO position requires regular travel around St. Bernard Parish and the Greater New Orleans Region. Additionally, the position includes work responsibilities that might extend into evenings and weekends.

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