Join the energetic and impactful team at The Chamber in Hays, Kansas! We are currently seeking the perfect candidate to fill the role of Event & Program Coordinator! Be a part of the organization that positively impacts the businesses in Ellis County and western Kansas, while providing efforts to sustain quality of life for local residents, and build lasting relationships within the region.
Specific Duties/Responsibilities:
- Will sell and organize sponsorships and provide timely communication for sponsors during event planning and coordinating pertinent event logistics, including but not limited to: Ag Appreciation, Education Appreciation, Child Care Provider Appreciation, the Annual Chamber Awards Banquet, Stepping Out, Legislative Coffees, and Annual Golf Tournament
- Record minutes for the Ellis County Workforce Committee, Ellis County Wellness Committee, and Child Care Task Force of Ellis County as well as help execute tasks for the three programs as needed
- Help manage staff communication with the Ambassadors and Hays Young Professionals leadership
- Assist with Ambassadors application process
- Organize communication with Leadership Hays participants and assist with the application process
- Attend events as schedule permits to photograph and record events via Facebook Live with company provided technology in lieu of marketing and office manager as needed
- Manage the Welcome Home Program
- Schedule events and posts via The Chamber’s social media platforms, including, but not limited to: Facebook and Instagram
- Assist with scheduling events for members in the Chamber’s membership database, including, but not limited to: Ribbon Cuttings, Chamber Chats, Groundbreakings, Business After Hours, and Catching Up events
- Assists staff answering phones, welcoming visitors, processing Chamber Cheques, bulk rate stamp and other office procedures as necessary
- Some evenings and weekends for special events will be required
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Teams, social media platforms and Google Drive
About The Chamber in Hays, Kansas:
The Chamber in Hays, Kansas accelerates business connections and advocates community advancement.
Benefits:
- Flexible work schedule
- Single paid health insurance with option to add additional dependents at employee’s expense
- 3% matching contribution for Simple IRA Plan
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- Paid holidays, including all days from Christmas Eve through New Year’s Day and others deemed appropriate by the board of directors, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day and the Friday after Thanksgiving
- Professional development and training opportunities
Starting Wage: $19.23 - $20.43 per hour / $40,000 - $42,500 annually - commensurate with experience
To apply, submit a cover letter, resume, and list of three references to
hayscc@hayschamber.com. This position will be open until filled.
