EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
About the Chamber:
The Madison County Chamber of Commerce exists to serve the Madison County community by promoting, protecting,
empowering, and developing connections for our local businesses to grow. This includes new and existing commercial,
industrial, agricultural, civicandeducational businesses. The visionoftheChamberisto helpcreate acommunity inwhich
businesses can compete in a global economy and thrive while maintaining and sharing the unique qualities and aspects
of the community.
About the ExecutiveDirector role:
The Chamber is seeking an Executive Director to help lead the organization in the fulfillment of its mission and vision
in Madison County.
As an Executive, the candidate filling this role will possess strong leadership and organizational skills with an ability to
work with a variety of personality types while working with the Board of Directors and overseeing the daily
management of the Chamber office.
The position will report to the Board Chair and appropriate personnel committee. The position will require flexible
hours to be able to plan and implement a variety of special events, engagement opportunities, celebrations, and
business meetings. Some travel may be required, although minimal.
SKILLS:
- Professional communication skillsincluding both written and oral as well aslistening and the ability to make
group presentations.
- Strong organizational skills both on strategy and specific events along with daily office and
personnel management.
- Interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively and positively with diverse backgrounds,
personalities, opinions, and needs.
- Financial management skills including invoicing, income and expense tracking, accounts payable and
receivable.
- Computer skills include proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and social media platforms.
QUALIFICATIONS & JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- High School Diploma required, College Degree preferred or exchanged for applicable experience.
- Resident of Madison County or willing to relocate.
- Proven track record as a business leader and relationship builder.
- Flexibility of work schedule for special events and Chamber business meetings-i.e., nights, weekends,
occasional holiday celebrations and other special occasions to ensure Chamber representation.
- Nurture Chamber Memberships-including maintaining existing business relations and building new members.
KEY AREAS OFOVERSIGHT:
- Strategic and Executive
- Operational and Financial
- Event Planning and Management
- Marketing and Promotions
- Business Development
