President/CEO

The President/CEO of the Chamber reports to the Chair of the Board as the chief paid executive and administrative officer of the Chamber. The executive is responsible for all administrative and management functions and executing the mission of the organization by planning, directing and engaging in all activities necessary to achieve the chamber’s objectives. The CEO is seen as a visionary leader and collaborative partner within this community of 30,000 residents.  This position requires you to live in Stateline, NV or South Lake Tahoe, CA.

Responsibilities

•            Personnel Management

•            Fiscal Management

•            Contractor Management

•            Strategic and Annual Planning

•            Policy Development

•            Board & Volunteer Development

•            Contract & Grant Management

•            Programs & Events Execution: Work in partnership with the Membership & Programs Manager to deliver programming and special events.

•            Membership: Work with the Membership & Programs Manager to establish annual membership growth and retention goals accompanied by a realistic plan to achieve goals. 

Qualifications

•            Leadership – Proven leader with the ability to set and achieve a vision and inspire others. 

•            Communications Skills – Exemplary written and verbal communication skills.

•            Board & Committee Development and Relations –Involvement in the selection and development of potential members. (Skills/traits/community position/business sector)

•            Membership Sales & Retention – Validated experience in membership outreach, relationship development, membership sales and 85% or above retention utilizing a CRM system. (Or comparable verifiable sales experience.)

•            Budget Creation & Monitoring – Competent at utilizing Excel and QuickBooks to forecast, monitor and report revenue and expenses.

•            Legal Basics – Understanding of non-profit and business structures, reporting etc.

•            Fundraising/Revenue Development & Sponsorship Sales – Proven track record in sponsorship sales and fundraising.

•            Insurance – Knowledge of D & O, Liability, Workmen Comp, Health & Life Insurance.

•            Policy – Understanding of policy development at the institutional level.

•            Strategic Planning – Ability to look out 5 years to envision and plan for future success.

•            Business Planning - Adept at developing and executing an annual workplan with quarterly milestones for staff and committees. 

•            Event Planning & Coordination Experience – Planning and project management experience.

•            Government Affairs & Political Acumen – Basic knowledge of the electoral and legislative process coupled with an ability to develop relationships with elected officials and civic leaders.

•            Marketing & Advertising – Experience/awareness in developing/executing a marketing strategy.

•            Technology & Software – Comfortable using computers and software. Must be competent in Microsoft Office 365. Experience using Google Docs and Chamber Master is desired.

•            Community & Economic Development – Understanding of the basic components and proven perseverance when working towards community potential.

Education: Minimum of a bachelor's degree in a related field such as Business, Finance, or Marketing. Graduate of W.A.C.E. or U.S. Institute preferred.

Professional Business Experience: Minimum six years in a senior leadership position in a chamber, non-profit or business with proven success.