Membership Specialist

Posted: Tuesday, March 13, 2018

The Wichita Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (WHCC) offers a unique opportunity to work with an organization that advocates for the economic and civic interests of the Hispanic/Latino business community. The WHCC seeks a dynamic, self-starter who will provide support of all membership, communication, event activities and administrative office functions.

Coordinating Activities

Responsible for managing and servicing existing members and recruiting new memberships
Plan, coordinate, and execute WHCC event logistics that impact the community and satisfy the WHCC members needs
Represents the WHCC at events, and functions within the community
Assist with the preparation of membership correspondence, proposal, brochures, reports, mailings and acknowledgements required to support ongoing membership activities
Provide direct support of communications activities, including support with website and social media management.
Coordinate meetings related to WHCC board meetings, WHCC committees and members
Assist in overall success of membership programs and success of the WHCC
Demonstrate a commitment to WHCC mission in all work produced

Administrative Activities

Handle office related tasks include answer phones, return calls, walk in visitors, respond to email requests for information, mail out information and update general information for board and volunteers
Perform reception duties in an efficient, professional and courteous manner
Assist board chair in creating written communication, including but not limited to emails, letters, and press releases
Receive mail and distribute accordingly
Receive and deposit membership checks
Assist the board chair with daily errands including but not limited to mail delivery/pick up and banking deposits
Receive and send bills to accounting for payment and make sure the checks are mailed
Maintain a current membership file and send invoices to WHCC members
Prepare agendas, minutes and other information to present to the board meeting
Serve as the secretary to the board of directors and maintain meeting minutes of each meeting and provide preliminary meeting minutes to the board chair within two business days following a meeting
Organize WHCC with ordering of office supplies, and perform routine organization, maintenance and cleaning as set forth by board chair

Abilities and Skills

A professional and resourceful style with the ability to work independently and as a team player, takes initiative and manages multiple tasks and projects at one time
Attention to detail and aptitude for information management required
Flexibility, creativity and willingness to learn and work on different tasks as needed
Excellent organizational skills
Strong oral and written communication skills
Exceptional customer service skills with excellent follow up and follow through
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office- Word, PowerPoint, Excel required
Social media experience
Bilingual preferred Spanish/English
Proficiency and experience with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and web design preferred

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required

This is a 30-35 hour per week, non-exempt position, with salary ranging from $13-$15 per hour. To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to whcc@wichitahispanicchamber.org, using the subject “WHCC APPLICANT”. Applications will be reviewed on an as-submitted basis. For best consideration, please apply by Friday, March 23.