Careers

The Thomaston-Upson Chamber of Commerce is seeking a dynamic, value-driven leader to serve as President/CEO and continue the organization’s path of success and relevance in our community and with our members.

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply by electronically submitting the following:

• Letter of Interest
• Resume to include work history, education, and any certifications you may have
• List of references to include names and contact numbers

Who we are:

• A strong organization of over 300 members dedicated to Growing Business and the Upson County Community
• A Community Partner which works with other Community Leaders and organizations to support the economic prosperity of our area by Uniting, Promoting and Enhancing Upson County
• The Thomaston-Upson Chamber is not a City/County Government Entity. This organization is a 501c6 that is funded by membership and fundraising events.

What our Board, Members, Staff, and Community have come to expect:

• Top notch business programs, classes, and resources
• A legacy of exceptional large-scale community events
• Open collaboration with community partners to meet goals
• A responsive team which listens to stakeholder needs
• Progressive leadership always looking for opportunities for improvement

What are we asking of the President?

• Oversee day-to-day operations of organization
• Ability to quickly build rapport and trust with stakeholders
• Effective representative and advocate for business and community
• Demonstrated ability of working with and leading a team toward mutual goals
• Strong organizational skills; high sense of urgency; and ability to successfully multi-task
• Self-motivated and ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Identify and create opportunities to grow membership
• Support business community through innovative ideas and practices
• Develop yearly budget with Board and steps to meet or exceed budget metrics
• Prepare agenda and supporting documents for Board and Executive Board meetings
• Develop goals and objectives with Board Members for yearly program of work
• Develop goals and agenda for Committees and Events managed by position
• Serve as spokesperson/face of the Chamber
• Identify and develop revenue generation opportunities for programs and events
• Manage staff and volunteer Chamber Board
• Manage the Hotel/Motel Tax Funding as the Visitor Information Center to promote tourism for Thomaston-Upson County
• Oversee all social media accounts for the Chamber by positively promoting the organization, members, and community
• Send out weekly emails to Chamber members promoting upcoming events
• Maintain and help manage the Chamber of Commerce webpage
• Plan and Implement Chamber events
• Also manage 501c3 Keep Shining Foundation

What are the basic qualifications?

PREFERRED, NOT REQUIRED

• Three (3) or more years of successful leadership experience with a Chamber of Commerce is preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management or previous leadership of a non-profit organization, business, communications, or public relations firm will be considered.

REQUIRED

• Proven success with public relations, marketing, media relations and fundraising
• Competency with social media and Microsoft Office tools
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Self-starter with high level of initiative
• Innovative and detail focused
• Knowledge of economic development principles and branding concepts
• Must live or be willing to relocate to Upson County within six (6) months of job acceptance

What it’s like to work for the Thomaston-Upson Chamber of Commerce:

• We make great things happen in Upson County for business, visitors, and residents
• Our guiding values are responsibility, integrity, respect, empowerment, success, and fun
• We foster a culture of transparency, accountability, diplomacy, and trust to implement a very robust yearly program of work
• We provide a challenging and supportive work environment encouraging creativity and growth
• We take great pride in being accessible, friendly, and genuine in our efforts to help our members and community realize economic growth and prosperity

Salary & Benefits:

• Salary is based on experience. Salary Range is $48,000-$60,000
• Vacation after six (6) months of continuous service
• 12 Paid Holidays, including your Birthday!
• Five (5) Sick Days a year that can be “banked” up to 30 days
• Retirement Savings Plan

The Thomaston-Upson Chamber is NOT City or County funded and we do not provide health insurance.

Submissions Due

• Submissions will be accepted until 3 pm on June 24, 2022

Please no phone calls. We are accepting candidates ONLY through Indeed.com – please visit Indeed and search for Thomaston-Upson Chamber in Georgia to find our online listing.