The Canton Area Chamber of Commerce is an organization of community leaders who work to improve the community and business climate in the Canton area.
48 N. Main St.
Canton, IL 61520
Phone: (309) 647-2677 Office Hours:
Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm
The Canton Area Chamber of Commerce is seeking a part-time Assistant Director.
JOB TITLE: Assistant Director
Hours: Part-Time; Based on a 30 hour week. Additional hours/days as job requires.
Salary Range: $15-$20 per hour, based on experience.
Position reports to: Executive Director
Duties and Responsibilities: OFFICE-CLERICAL: Greet visitors to the Chamber Office in a courteous and professional manner and direct them to the appropriate staff person.Maintain accurate and organized document management system in Chamber Master, including up-to-date membership records, business directory. Create and maintain weekly e-community updates through Constant Contact.Maintain, monitor, and update communication activities including website and social media channels.Maintain day-to-day financial records – invoicing, receiving payments, depositing.Process all financials in QuickBooks and prepare monthly financial reports.Create event flyers, programs, brochures, and marketing materials.BOARD OF DIRECTORS: Prepare, update, and send monthly board packets and agendas.Prepare materials as requested by Executive Director.Attend monthly board meetings and record minutes.COMMITTEES: Assist committees as requested.Participate in general meetings as requested.CHAMBER EVENTS: Participate in chamber activities to promote and enhance the image and relationship of the chamber with all groups and parties in the community. Could include weekends.Coordinate registration for special events. Work with sponsors and vendors for appropriate events.Help design marketing for various publications and programs for various Chamber events including ads, packets, and letters.Assist with taking photos at events as they occur throughout the year.MEMBERSHIP: Maintain a positive relationship with all members and assist with growth opportunities, education, and/or mentoring.Prepare annual membership renewal packet information and assemble new member packets.Facilitate new memberships and assist in retention efforts through the collection of past due memberships.Familiarity with Chamber member businesses to assist the public.COMMUNITY: Serve as a positive liaison between the Chamber and the community.Remain informed of all Chamber and community-related events.JOB REQUIREMENTS: Associates degree preferred and/or relevant experience.Computer knowledge (Microsoft Office, QuickBooks, InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, PowerPoint, and Social Networks).Graphic Design & QuickBooks knowledge encouraged.Time management skills in organizing projects and establishing priorities in managing workload, including problem-solving skills.Effective written and oral communication skills, including editing written materials.Ability to work well with Board of Directors, Chamber members, and the general public.Ability to work well with staff and volunteers.Ability to maintain a professional appearance and attitude.Two (2) years' experience in a position performing clerical and communications duties preferred.Please send resume to Executive Director Carla Bobell at ******** .
Canton Area Chamber of Commerce
48 N. Main Street
Canton, IL 61520
NO phone calls, fax, Facebook messages, or text messages accepted when applying.
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