Vice President of Membership Development and Communications

Job Title : Vice President of Membership Development and Communications

All the relevant skills, qualifications and experience that a successful applicant will need are listed in the following description.

Location : Tacoma Pierce County Chamber

Position Type : Full-Time, Exempt

Reports to : President / CEO

Position Overview :

The Vice President of Membership and Communications is a key leadership role responsible for driving the Chamber's membership growth, event planning, marketing strategies, and communication efforts.

This individual will lead a dynamic team to enhance the Chamber’s visibility, engagement, and value to its members and the broader business community.

The VP will work closely with the President / CEO and other senior staff to develop and implement strategic initiatives that align with the Chamber’s mission and goals.

Key Responsibilities :

Membership Development :

Strategic Planning :

Develop and implement a comprehensive membership growth strategy, focusing on recruitment, retention, and engagement.

Member Relations :

Foster strong relationships with existing members, ensuring high satisfaction and engagement through regular communication and personalized services.

New Member Acquisition :

Identify and pursue new member opportunities through networking, outreach, and partnership development.

Membership Programs :

Oversee the development and execution of programs and services that provide value to members and enhance the Chamber’s offerings.

Events Management : Event Strategy :

Event Strategy :

Lead the planning and execution of all Chamber signature events, networking events, workshops, and special programs.

Sponsorship Development :

Oversee sponsorship budget and partnerships to support Chamber events and initiatives.

Event Logistics :

Oversee all aspects of event logistics, including venue selection, vendor management, budgeting, and marketing.

Event Innovation :

Continuously assess and improve the Chamber’s event offerings to ensure they meet members’ needs and industry trends.

Marketing & Communications :

Brand Management :

Ensure consistent and effective messaging across all marketing and communication channels, aligning with the Chamber’s brand and mission.

Marketing Strategy :

Develop and implement a comprehensive marketing plan that includes digital, print, and social media strategies to promote the Chamber’s programs, events, and initiatives.

Public Relations :

Manage media relations and public communications.

Content Development :

Oversee the creation of engaging content for newsletters, websites, social media, and other communication platforms.

Analytics & Reporting :

Monitor and analyze the effectiveness of marketing campaigns and communications, adjusting strategies as needed to achieve desired outcomes.

Leadership & Management :

Team Leadership :

Manage, mentor, and develop a team of professionals on the membership, events, marketing, and communications team. Team of 6.

Budget Management :

Oversee the budgeting process for membership, events, marketing, and communications, ensuring fiscal responsibility and alignment with organizational goals.

2 million of the overall Chamber budget.

Strategic Partnerships :

Build and maintain strategic partnerships with key stakeholders, including local businesses, media outlets, and community organizations.

Qualifications :

Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in membership development, event planning, marketing, and communications, preferably within a Chamber of Commerce, trade association, or nonprofit organization.

Proven track record of driving membership growth and event success.

Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing teams.

Excellent communication and storytelling skills.

Ability to build and maintain relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders.

Proficiency in digital marketing tools, CRM systems, and event management software.

Work Environment :

The position requires occasional travel to events and meetings.

Some evening and weekend work may be required to attend Chamber events and meetings.

Compensation :

Salary : $90,000-$100,000 Depending on Experience

This is a full-time, at-will, exempt position. This position also includes an array of benefits including Health Insurance, ORCA transit pass, 401(k) with 4% employee match, short- & long-term disability insurance, AD&D insurance, dental insurance, 11 paid holidays, and 16 days of paid time off (PTO) per year.

It is the policy of the Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber that employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and competence.

• Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant’s or employee’s race; religion; color;
• national origin; age; sex; genetic information; the presence of a sensory, physical, or mental disability; marital status;
• military status; sexual orientation; gender identity; actual or perceived victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking;

or on any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, evaluation, promotion, assignment, discharge, and other terms and conditions of employment.

The Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber encourages people from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Please email the following materials to : [email protected] DEADLINE TO APPLY IS 09 / 20 / 2024

• Cover letter explaining how you learned of the position and reason of interest.
• Resume highlighting relevant experience, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Three professional references

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits : 401(k)

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Schedule : Monday to Friday

Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate :

Tacoma, WA 98402 : Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location : In person

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