President/CEO Details

President/CEO

Copperas Cove Chamber of Commerce & Visitor's Bureau - Copperas Cove, TX

Employment Type : Full-Time

J OB D ESCRIPTION
P OSITION : E XECUTIVE D IRECTOR /P RESIDENT /CEO
Qualification and Education Required:

• 3 years experience in Business or Marketing with experience in strategic planning, budgets and finance and

supervisory skills.

• 3 years of experience in sales, preferably for a membership organization and/or in the Chamber or related

environment.

• Solid written, verbal and presentation skills .
• Strong organization, time management, follow-through, and multi-tasking skills.
• Detailed oriented and a self-starter with a can-do attitude.
• Outstanding interpersonal and team building skills, must be customer focused.
• High level of creativity and strong problem-solving skills.
• A demonstrative ability to work independently, take initiative, and manage numerous projects simultaneously.
• Must work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills; resourceful and proactive; energetic and self-starter.
• Well-developed written and oral communications skills including speaking to large crowds.
• Computer Skills: Windows, Excel, Outlook, Power Point, and Publisher. Ability to learn new technology and

software applications.

• Ability to use Social Media for the benefit of the event, and our members.
• Flexible schedule; able to attend evening, weekend, and morning events; willingness to work extra hours as

required.

• Job does require the ability to lift and carry 35 to 40lbs. Ability to stand for long periods of time on your feet.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license; willingness to travel, with assistance, throughout the state for meetings and

conferences.

• Ability to work as a high-level team member with Chamber staff and possess a strong ability to reason quickly

and be able to shift attention to priority situations as necessary and to assist in

• Timely problem solution.

Executive Director/President/CEO Duties and Responsibilities
The Executive Director shall preside at all meetings and oversee general operations of the Chamber & Visitors Bureau
Office and perform the following duties:
1. Program of Work – T hrough the proper committee, the individual is responsible for the identification of Chamber &
Visitors Bureau community needs and for the preparation of a program of work designed to meet these needs. This
involves a constant evaluation of the program, with the recommendations for change as needed. The Executive Director
is responsible for directing and implementing, with the aid of the staff and volunteer workers, the strategic plan and
related program of work within policies adopted by the Board of Directors.
2. Motivation of Volunteers – T he Chamber’s effectiveness rests on the Executive Director’s ability to motivate and
inspire volunteers to creative and fruitful action in fulfillment of the Chamber & Visitors Bureau goals and strategic plan.
3. Income and Expenses – The Executive Director, in conjunction with the Executive Committee, is responsible for
developing the annual Chamber & Visitors Bureau budgets and relating the budgets to program goals. Once the budget is
adopted, it is the Executive Director’s responsibility to monitor all revenue and expenses to ensure that the operation
stays within the approved budget. The Executive Director shall supervise the preparation of all reports by the Chamber &
Visitors Bureau certified public accountant to governmental agencies concerning tax, accounting and financial data in
order to assure the Chamber & Visitors Bureau compliance with federal, state and local governmental rules and
regulations. The Individual is responsible for all expenditures within the framework of the budget and will seek maximum
efficiency in all financial procedures. Responsible for sponsorship of all events and appreciation events for building
contributors.
4. Staff – The Executive Director is responsible for the employment and termination of all staff personnel, the assignment
of their duties, the supervision of their work, and the establishment – within the framework of the approved budget – of
the terms of their employment. The Executive Director will ensure participation in professional conferences, seminars
and institutes as are needed to develop and maintain operations at peak efficiency.
5. Facilities – As approved by the Board of Directors, the Executive Director is responsible for the location and
maintenance of the physical facilities that will provide for an efficient operation and present an attractive “front door” to
the community.
6. Liaison –

• a. With the Board of Directors – The Executive director is responsible for preparing an agenda, maintaining

board minutes and records, carrying out plans and programs of the Board in accordance with established
policies, serving as representative of the Board for contact with the staff, and initiating suggestions/ programs for
consideration by the Board.

• b. With Chamber Members – T he Executive Director must motivate members to support – personally and

financially – an aggressive Chamber program. The individual must analyze and interpret the needs of the
members and recommend revisions in the program of work to improve service and assistance to make
membership more valuable. The Executive Director will entertain suggestions, proposals and requests from the
members and translate them into action consistent with the fundamental objectives and policies of the Chamber.
The Executive Director will meet with members and bring a strong social media presence for the Chamber.

• c. Visitor Bureau, Tourism Promotions, HOT Funds- T he Executive is responsible for the management,

supervision, and reporting of certain promotional services, programs and activities that are eligible to be funded
with revenue derived by City from Hotel HOT (collectively “Statutorily Authorized Promotional Programs” or
“SAPP(s)”) specifically permitted under the Texas Tax Code Section 351.101(a) (1-5), as amended by the
legislature during the term of this Agreement, including, advertising and solicitation for various promotional
programs promoting visitor attractions, points of interest, entertainment opportunities, recreational facilities,
and historical sites to attract tourists and convention delegates or registrants to the City of Copperas Cove. All
Hotel HOT revenue expended by the Chamber & Visitors Bureau pursuant to the annual Marketing Agreement
shall directly enhance and promote tourism and convention attendance in the City.

• d. With the Staff – T he Executive Director must lead, manage, evaluate, and develop the staff. Since the

individual is responsible for the employment and training of staff members, the Executive Director assumes the
responsibility for their efficient performance of duty. The Executive Director must create working conditions that
are conducive to maximum performance and employee morale.

• e. With the Community – T he Executive Director represents the Chamber in meetings of local, state and national

organizations. Through personal contacts with key community leaders, the individual must constantly strive to
develop a better public understanding of the purpose and functions of the Chamber and the other organizations,
thus increasing the possibilities of maximum effects of networking. The Executive Director will build community
rapport.
7. Interpretation of Policy – T he Executive Director will ensure that Chamber policy, as established by the Board, is
properly recorded in minutes and indexed in the Policies and Procedures Manual. The Executive Director will assist the
Board, Committees, members, and the staff in interpretation of policy in relation to any given questions or program. The
Executive Director will assist the Chairman in preparation of statements of Chamber positions on public issues and keep
an official record of these positions.
Behaviors

• Work at fast pace with an urgency and focus on producing results and achieving goals.
• Manages multiple projects and activities simultaneously.
• Is creative and innovative when solving problems and generating ideas.
• Builds rapport and relationships to achieve results
• Uses problem solving when making decisions, takes risks.
• Makes quick decisions in response to change
• Influences and stimulates others to take action
• Communicates with confidence, enthusiasm, and persuasively
• Leads with assurance that business results will be achieved.
• Delegates work as necessary, with follow-up and timeliness and quality.
• Flexible team player who works well in an adapting environment.
• Become actively involved in tourism related organizations and stay abreast of new ideas from different areas of

the state.

• Will be familiar with, and abide by, the policies and procedures as set forth by the Board of Directors of the

Copperas Cove Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $34,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location