• CEO

    Gresham Area Chamber of Commerce
    Job Description
    If you are an inspiring, collaborative, and experienced leader with outstanding communication and relationship-building skills and who wants to work for an amazing community…we are a perfect match.  Our Chamber is the catalyst in the community that advocates, educates, and collaborates on behalf of its membership for regional vitality and prosperity. 
     
    The Gresham Area Chamber of Commerce is financially healthy; its Board of Directors is diverse and a true representation of membership; and staff is experienced and dedicated.
     
    Position:  CEO
    Salary: $85,000  
    Benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Retirement savings plan
    Membership Size: +/- 450
    Total Staff:  3.5
    Population of Area Served:  114,000
    W.A.C.E. Academy Graduate: Preferred
    U.S. Chamber Institute Graduate: Preferred.
     
    Description: The CEO reports directly to the Executive Board of Directors and is responsible for all day-to-day operations and administration of the Chamber of Commerce. The CEO is the chief spokesperson for the Chamber and is responsible for achieving the mission: / Strong business advocacy / Support of education and workforce development / Politically savvy and awareness / Champion regional tourism / Support of the nonprofit community.
     
    Qualifications and Responsibilities
    • History as a highly successful CEO or Senior level executive with comprehensive management experience and who has led a team of five or more
    • Technologically proficient, with knowledge of contemporary communication strategies
    • Strong business acumen, management of personnel, functional knowledge of accounting principles, political engagement
    • Skilled in interpersonal, written, and public speaking communication
    • Responsible for strategic planning, implementation, and fiscal integrity
    • Responsible for the fiscal management that operates within the approved budget, financial statements with monthly reporting.
    • Nurture and increase Chamber membership
    • Oversee marketing and all communication efforts
     
    How to Apply
    Required with application:
    • Cover letter describing qualifications, experience and passion to be the next CEO
    • Detailed resume including personal contact information (phone, email, address)
    • email to deborahalbers1@hotmail.com
    Creative Solutions Consulting: 503 885-1477 – office
    971-400-3828 – Deborah’s cell
    www.creativesolutionsconsulting.net
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