President & Chief Executive Officer

Job description

Position Title: President & Chief Executive Officer

Reports To: Board of Directors

Direct Supervisor: Chair of the Board

POSITION SUMMARY

The President & Chief Executive Officer serves as the chief executive officer and manager of the Greater Pasco Chamber of Commerce ("GPCC") and is responsible for the overall leadership, administration, financial management, staff management, membership development, community engagement, and daily operations of the organization.

The President/CEO works under the direction of the Board of Directors and, together with the Board Chair, is responsible for implementing GPCC's strategic direction, annual business plan, policies, programs, and organizational priorities.

The President/CEO serves as an advisor to the Board of Directors, Executive Committee, and officers of GPCC but shall not serve as a voting member of the Board or Executive Committee.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Board Governance & Strategic Leadership

The President/CEO shall:

Serve as the principal executive advisor to the Board of Directors, Executive Committee, and officers of GPCC.

Work closely with the Board Chair to implement the strategic plan, annual business plan, and priorities established by the Board.

Keep the Board informed of significant organizational, financial, operational, membership, and community developments.

Assemble and prepare reports, data, and other information requested by the Board or required under the annual business plan.

Assist with the preparation and maintenance of Board and organizational records, including notices, agendas, minutes, policies, and other official records.

Carry out other duties, responsibilities, and authorities assigned by the Board of Directors.

Organizational & Staff Management

Subject to the authority and policies of the Board of Directors, the President/CEO shall:

Be responsible for the overall administration and daily operations of GPCC.

Recruit, hire, supervise, evaluate, discipline, develop, and, when necessary, terminate GPCC employees.

Establish employee responsibilities, performance expectations, and organizational accountability.

Promote a professional, collaborative, ethical, and member-focused organizational culture.

Ensure appropriate staffing and allocation of organizational resources.

Ensure GPCC operations comply with Board-approved policies and applicable requirements.

The President/CEO shall:

Work with the Finance Committee and Treasurer to prepare an annual operating budget covering all activities of GPCC.

Present the proposed annual budget to the Board of Directors for approval.

Be responsible for organizational expenditures within Board-approved budget allocations and established financial policies.

Regularly monitor revenue, expenses, cash flow, membership revenue, sponsorships, events, and other financial indicators.

Assist the Treasurer and Finance Committee with the preparation and maintenance of accurate financial records and reports.

Identify opportunities to increase and diversify organizational revenue.

Maintain appropriate financial controls and accountability for Chamber resources.

Membership Development & Engagement

The President/CEO shall:

Develop and implement strategies for membership recruitment, engagement, and retention.

Maintain relationships with current and prospective Chamber members.

Regularly evaluate the benefits, programs, and services provided to members.

Identify opportunities to increase the value of GPCC membership.

Encourage member participation in Chamber events, committees, programs, and leadership opportunities.

Track and report membership performance and trends to the Board.

Community Relations & Communications

The President/CEO shall:

Serve as a principal public representative and spokesperson for GPCC.

Coordinate and conduct external communications except for specific responsibilities assigned by the Board to others.

Develop and maintain productive relationships with businesses, community organizations, educational institutions, nonprofit organizations, and other stakeholders.

Represent GPCC at appropriate community meetings, events, programs, and business functions.

Communicate Board-approved Chamber positions and priorities to appropriate stakeholders.

Maintain a visible and professional presence throughout the Greater Pasco community and Tampa Bay region.

Programs, Events & Partnerships

The President/CEO shall:

Provide executive oversight of GPCC programs, events, committees, networking activities, and member initiatives.

Evaluate programs and events for effectiveness, financial performance, member participation, and alignment with the Chamber's mission.

Identify opportunities for new programs, partnerships, sponsorships, and initiatives.

Develop relationships that expand GPCC's reach, influence, membership, and organizational sustainability.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Public Administration, Communications, Marketing, Nonprofit Management, Economic Development, or a related discipline.

Minimum of seven years of progressively responsible professional leadership experience.

Minimum of three to five years of senior management or executive leadership experience.

Demonstrated experience supervising and developing employees.

Demonstrated experience managing organizational budgets and financial performance.

Experience developing relationships with business, community, and organizational leaders.

Equivalent combinations of relevant education and significant executive-level experience may be considered at the discretion of the Board of Directors.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Nonprofit Management, Organizational Leadership, or a related field.

Executive leadership experience with a chamber of commerce, membership association, economic development organization, nonprofit organization, or similar organization.

IOM, CCE, CAE, or another relevant professional credential.

Knowledge of Pasco County and the Tampa Bay regional business environment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

The President/CEO must demonstrate:

Executive leadership and strategic planning abilities.

Strong financial and organizational management skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Strong public speaking and presentation abilities.

Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills.

Ability to work effectively with a volunteer Board of Directors.

Ability to develop and maintain relationships with diverse community stakeholders.

Ability to supervise, motivate, and hold employees accountable.

Strong organizational and time-management abilities.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.

Sound professional judgment and discretion.

High standards of integrity, professionalism, confidentiality, and accountability.

Ability and willingness to attend meetings, events, and community activities outside normal business hours when required.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

The President/CEO and Board of Directors shall establish annual performance goals and measurable objectives.

Performance measures may include:

Membership growth and retention.

Member engagement and satisfaction.

Financial performance and budget management.

Sponsorship and non-dues revenue development.

Program and event performance.

Community engagement and organizational visibility.

Development of strategic partnerships.

Implementation of the annual business and strategic plans.

Staff performance and development.

Completion of Board-directed initiatives.

The Board shall conduct a periodic performance evaluation of the President/CEO based upon these responsibilities and mutually established performance objectives.

COMPENSATION

The President/CEO is a salaried, exempt employee.

Initial compensation shall be established by the Board of Directors based upon the selected candidate's education, experience, qualifications, and negotiated employment terms.

The President/CEO may be eligible for an annual performance-based bonus pursuant to a bonus plan and measurable performance objectives approved by the Board of Directors.

PAID TIME OFF

The GPCC fiscal year begins July 1 and ends June 30.

In addition to paid holidays established by the GPCC Employee Policy and Procedure Manual, the President/CEO shall be entitled tofour weeks (20 business days) of paid vacation, personal, or sick leave ("PTO") per fiscal year .

PTO encompassing more than two consecutive weeks (10 consecutive business days) requires approval of the GPCC Executive Board.

Unused PTO may roll over from year to year up to a maximum of two weeks (10 business days). PTO exceeding the maximum allowable rollover shall be forfeited.

At no time shall the President/CEO be entitled to more than six weeks (30 business days) of accumulated PTO.

Earned but unused PTO will not be paid upon resignation or termination except where otherwise required by applicable law.

Prior to the beginning of each fiscal year, the President/CEO shall provide the Board Chair and Executive Committee with a record of PTO utilized during the preceding fiscal year and confirm the PTO balance available for the upcoming year.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

The President/CEO is expected to maintain effective working relationships with:

GPCC Board of Directors and Executive Committee

Chamber members and prospective members

Business and community leaders

Educational institutions

Nonprofit and community organizations

Regional chambers and business organizations

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Worksite address

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