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Job Title: Executive Director

Supervisor: Chair, Board of Directors

Classification: Full-Time, Salary, Exempt

The Bemidji Area Chamber of Commerce is a fast-paced, community-oriented not-for-profit organization based in downtown Bemidji. The Chamber plays an integral role in the health and well-being of its member businesses, organizations, and those who live and work in and around Bemidji, MN. The Chamber works closely with city, state, and federal officials, business leaders, and other organizations to ensure our members prosper from our business advocacy efforts and community resources.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

As the organization's executive director (ED), this person ensures the Chamber's success in meeting its business advocacy, community and economic development, membership services, marketing, education, workforce development, and program goals and objectives. The executive director reports to the board chair but is subject, responsible, and accountable to the board of directors as a whole. In addition, the executive director is responsible for seeing that the strategic initiatives and policies of the board of directors are effectively implemented. The executive director is a non-voting member of the executive committee and board of directors and serves as the organization's secretary. Under the direction of a continually evolving board of directors and annually changing officers, the executive director is responsible for maintaining continuity and consistency for the Chamber.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Strategic & Operational Planning: The ED shall carry out the mission, vision, and goals of the organization, as expressed through bylaws, policies, resolutions, and objectives of the board of directors. Work collaboratively with the board of directors to facilitate and implement the strategic plan and regularly report on key performance indicators.

2. Administration & Staffing: The ED is responsible for the organization's day-to-day operations. They must constantly be attentive to the organization's internal structure of multiple positions, policies and procedures, and recommend changes. The ED manages all staff, including assigning duties and the supervision of work. The ED will conduct on-the-job training programs and ensure participation in professional conferences, seminars, and institutes to develop and maintain operations at peak efficiency. They will provide leadership to maintain an organizational culture of excellence, respect, diversity, and collaboration among teams and individuals to maximize performance and strengthen employee morale.

3. Board Relations: THE ED will build and maintain strong relationships through open and regular communication with the chair, executive committee, and board of directors. They will effectively share information that enables the board to carry out its governance role and provide counsel to the board and committees regarding public policy, programs, and other key initiatives. In addition, the ED plans and organizes the executive committee and board meetings regularly.

4. Committee Relations: The ED shall be available to staff and committee chairs to assist with various projects. With the assistance of the Chamber committee chairs and staff, the ED shall be responsible for directing and implementing the board of directors' advocacy plan, policies, and direction. This involves constant evaluation of the strategy, with recommendations for change as needed and a system for measuring and reporting.

5. Advocacy & Public Policy: Collaborate with the board, relevant committees, and other organizations to identify, review, and evaluate legislation, pending or proposed, which will have an immediate or future impact on the business community—leads in shaping and advancing the Chamber's legislative and advocacy agenda. Ensure strong, effective representation before government bodies to advocate a pro-business agenda and achieve desired outcomes.

6. Public Relations & Partnership Management: Serve as a community leader, visionary, and alliance builder. Work closely with a wide range of constituents and stakeholder groups across the state to build relationships and support coalitions consistent with the Chamber's mission and priorities to ensure success. Assure that the business community is represented on committees and organizations critical to the region and the Chamber.

7. Communications & Marketing: Serve as the primary spokesperson for the Chamber. In addition, the ED shall be responsible for regular communication, including newsletters and press releases to members and the community. In writing, the ED will provide regular operational, administrative, and programmatic updates to the executive committee.

8. Financial Management: With the cooperation of the treasurer and finance committee, the ED shall manage the finances of the Chamber. Ensure sound financial management, including budgeting, accounting systems, appropriate financial control, and risk management to protect the organization's assets. Responsible for the preparation of an annual operating budget, relating the budget to strategic goals. Prepare specific plans for meeting the budget and be accountable for the expenditures within approved budget allocations. The ED shall prepare monthly financial statements of income and expenses for the finance committee. The board of directors will ensure that financial records are reviewed annually with the treasurer. Shall report to the directors any expenditures not budgeted and seek maximum staff efficiency in all financial procedures.

9. Fundraising & Membership Relations: Develop and implement fundraising events and strategies to meet the Chamber's financial goals. Provide leadership around membership services to ensure there is a compelling value proposition for current and prospective members. Analyze and interpret members' needs and recommend revisions to increase membership value, engagement, and financial support. Personally engage in membership development.

10. Other duties as assigned: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, obligations, and activities may change with or without notice.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

1. Analytical Skills: Visualizes, articulates, and solves problems and concepts. Makes appropriate decisions based on available information.

2. Decision Making: Makes choices or reaches conclusions by establishing objectives, gathering relevant information, identifying alternatives, setting criteria for the decision, and selecting the best option.

3. Employee Development: Effective in the recruitment, selection, development, and retention of employees. Maintains a productive climate and confidently motivates, mobilizes, and coaches employees to meet high performance standards and goals.

4. Financial Management: Applies critical financial concepts and practices to establish and maintain realistic budgets.

5. Planning and Organizing: Systematically develops plans, prioritizes, organizes, and manages resources to accomplish business goals within a specific timeframe.

6. Problem Solving: Anticipates and identifies problems, distinguishes between symptoms and causes, and determines alternative solutions involving varied levels of complexity, ambiguity, and risk.

7. Process Improvement: Manages, leads, enables, and promotes the process of change and transition while helping others deal with the process.

8. Strategic Implementation/Thinking: Formulates effective strategies consistent with the business and competitive strategies, examines policy issues and strategic planning with a long-term perspective, determines objectives, sets priorities, and anticipates potential threats or opportunities.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.

2. Preferred Board management experience.

3. Ability to think strategically while considering new perspectives; possess strong mental agility.

4. Strong political savvy; a diplomat.

5. A successful track record for engaging, partnering, and building alliances with a wide range of constituencies, including business leaders, entrepreneurs, investors, elected officials, and media.

6. Demonstrated experience advocating for an organization; working knowledge of the legislative and political process is helpful.

7. Ability to align diverse interest groups on issues and opportunities that will benefit the overall business community; a consensus builder with a personal style that engenders confidence.

8. Excellent communicator, both oral and written.

9. Proven experience recruiting, developing, motivating, and retaining a strong, diverse staff in a team-oriented environment.

10. Unquestioned integrity and ethics.

11. Consideration is given for community involvement and civic contributions

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Compensation is competitive market value and commensurate with experience. Paid holidays, PTO, cell phone stipend, business travel and expenses, and up to 3% match for retirement. A relocation package is available.

APPLYING FOR THE JOB

Submit a cover letter and resume to board chair, Brad Olson, at brad.olson@scouting.org. Submissions must be emailed and received by Monday, April 22, 2024 at 5pm.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan

Ability to Relocate:

• Bemidji, MN 56601: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person