We’re Hiring!

The South Shore Chamber of Commerce is seeking a dynamic, energetic and charismatic Membership Coordinator to manage and grow our membership base. The ideal candidate is highly motivated, personable, articulate with excellent communication, computer and writing skills. We believe the membership is the lifeblood of our organization requiring an individual who can relate to members and businesses of all sizes. This person is comfortable in large and small group settings while effective on a one to one basis. Especially important is the ability to relate to and understand the needs of the members and prospective members. This position will require a minimum of 20 hours per week depending on workload, events, and Executive Director’s scheduling.
Position Responsibilities: 

• Prospect and sell new memberships to local businesses and organizations
• Maintain membership records (contact info, renewals)
• Maintain a list of new and renewing City of Chicago business licenses applied for in the South Shore community
• Issue welcome letters and business services packets to new businesses in the community
• Prepare and send out annual invoices for renewing members
• Organize and facilitate promotional campaigns for business owners
• Maintain a vacancy log and contact info of all property along the commercial corridors
• Facilitate annual membership drives
• Coordinate special events for new members (ribbon cuttings, networking events)
• Work with communications team for weekly member highlights and promotions
• Work with web developer for updates to membership directory and other member related news
• Develop membership benefits for retention
• Attend relevant Chamber functions and other meetings specifically requested by the Executive Director for purposes of networking and recruiting
• Phone/Email outreach to membership – monthly
• Check-In
• Specials/promotions
• Meeting Invites
• Assist the Executive Director with administrative and clerical needs as necessary

Experience and skills required:

• Ideal candidate must be self-motivated, results-oriented and comfortable dealing with a broad spectrum of individuals from all professions.
• Able to function with little supervision
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and well as computer and organizational skills is a must
• Valid driver’s license and vehicle is necessary

Previous sales experience and business development is a plus

To Apply:

Please send your cover letter and resume to Tonya Trice at ttrice@southshorechamberinc.org