Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Neligh Chamber of Commerce: (Calendar Year Schedule)

q Plan, coordinate and attend meetings of the Neligh Chamber of Commerce and its subcommittees. This includes preparation of agendas, minutes, financials, and other meeting materials. 

q Engage in activities that communicate with and assist existing Chamber members. 

q Coordinate annual Chamber membership drive and spearhead the recruitment of new Chamber members. 

q Process and track annual Chamber memberships. 

q Prepare, track, and audit Chamber Big Bucks orders. 

q Assist with design and implementation of new Chamber membership benefits. 

q Create Annual Budget for Chamber Approval (December) 

q Correspond with new Chamber members by sending membership thank you’s/receipts and introducing the benefits of membership. 

q Make deposits, pay bills, and submit invoices for the Chamber. Utilize QuickBooks to manage financials for the Neligh Chamber of Commerce. 

q Serve as project lead on all marketing efforts that include: social media, print, radio, television and digital media. 

q Manage www.NelighChamber.com, the Neligh Chamber’s various social media accounts to ensure the content is up to date and of value to the citizens of Neligh and Chamber Members. 

q Serve as co-chair of all Chamber sub-committees and organize volunteer and planning efforts that correlate with subcommittee duties. 

q Prepare financial reports prior to every Chamber meeting and act as Secretary and Treasurer for the Neligh Chamber of Commerce. 

q Organize and prepare Chamber events including but not limited to Business After Hours, BBQ, Annual Banqet, Antelope County Ag & Home Expo, annual meetings, and other Holiday events. 

Neligh Economic Development Offices: (Fiscal Year Calendar Oct. – Sep.)

q Help filter inquiries and requests for information to the appropriate office. 

q Completes requests by greeting customers, in person or on the telephone; answering or referring inquiries. Frequent inquires include housing rentals, travel information, and business contact information. 

q Maintains client confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential. 

q Maintains office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies. 

q Maintain visibility at the community level. 

q Provide assistance with tasks that contribute to event planning and program development. 

q Assist the Director in the promotion and development, 

q Promotes Neligh with an active and engaging presence at regional, state, and national events. 

q Maintain and develop good contacts with State and Local officials, government entities, organizations, districts and the media. 

q Assist with the development of both short term and long term economic plans and programs not only to enhance current activity in the area, but to encourage future activity.

q Monitor scheduling of city-wide events to avoid conflict with attendance. 

q Assist in workforce and business recruitment efforts. 

q Other duties as assigned. 

Other: 

q Valid Driver’s License. 

q Minimal night and weekend work may be required. 

q Excellent attendance and timeliness. 

q Ability to lift and move items weighing up to 25 pounds. 

Skills required for this position include: 

q Administrative Writing Skills 

q Scheduling 

q Microsoft Office Skills 

q Professionalism 

q Organization 

q Budgeting 

q Strong Verbal Communication 

q Bachelors or Associates Degree Preferred 

q Vast knowledge of social media and marketing skills

q A strong personal and professional interest in community development. 

q Ability to maintain strict confidentiality. 

q The ability to work with volunteer boards, working groups and committees. Experience and openness to working as a member of a team. 

q Ability to multi-task several projects at once. 

q Strong dedication to building a thriving future for Neligh, Clearwater, and Antelope County. 

q Two years of experience in business, customer service, administrative, or related field. 

Skills preferred for this position include: 

q Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent 

q Two years’ experience in business, economic development, Chamber of Commerce work, hospitality, or similar fields. 

q Experience with QuickBooks 

q Knowledge of grant writing. 

q A strong background in business administration, business development and/or marketing. 

q The ability to initiate new projects and manage existing projects with little oversight. 

q The ability to perform in high-intensity work environments. 

q A strong personal desire for learning and professional growth in economic development.