Executive Director

Full-Time Executive Director at Storm Lake United
Available Openings: 1
Apply By: October 31, 2024
Pay Type: Salary
Compensation: Dependent on Experience
Education Level: N/A

The Executive Director is an “exempt" position reporting to and accountable to the Board of Directors to provide executive leadership to the Storm Lake United organization.

Responsibilities

Financial Management

  • Oversee the general finances of Storm Lake United in a professional and ethical manner.
  • In coordination with Board Treasurer and financial bookkeeper, develop an annual budget for Storm Lake United's operations that lists projected revenues and expenses.
  • Lead, direct, and develop Storm Lake United's membership growth, member fee structure, fund-raising strategies and capital campaigns.
  • Monitor Storm Lake United's overall fiscal condition.

Personnel Management

  • Oversee the management of Storm Lake United's staff including hiring, terminations, employee performance and retention tools. Annually review compensation plans, policies and goals.
  • Coach and develop the internal leadership team to attain consistent, productive performance.
  • Develop and implement continuous improvement initiatives, key performance indicators (KPI's) and optimize performance and results.
  • Promote a working environment of excellence, external and internal collaboration and professional standards for the organization.

Additional Duties & Responsibilities

  • Encourage an inclusive working environment
  • Oversee the day-to-day operations of Storm Lake United, including management of programs, staffing and marketing plans.
  • Develop retail and tourism promotions within the annual budget parameters.
  • Oversee membership recruitment and retention.
  • Prepare agendas and materials for Board meetings, Executive Committee meetings, Retail Committee and Marketing/Event planning meetings.
  • Present organization updates and recommendations to the Board.
  • Serve as the principal spokesperson and ambassador for Storm Lake United.
  • Represent Storm Lake United at business and community events, meetings, etc.
  • Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with Iowa Lakes Corridor, City of Storm Lake, Buena Vista County Board of Supervisors and Western Iowa Tourism.
  • Ensure management of the website and social media platforms.
  • Oversee Storm Lake United's Annual Events.
  • Assure that organization priorities are responsive to member needs and serve to advance the City of Storm Lake's economic welfare.
  • Maintain open communication with the Board.
  • Oversee the implementation of a digital marketing Plan
  • Assure a positive community image.
  • Additional duties as assigned by the Board of Directors.

Qualifications

Skills & Abilities

  • Public speaking and presentation skills.
  • Effective written communication skills.
  • Strong customer service skills.
  • Effective time management and financial management experience.
  • Strong ability to foster teamwork and collaboration between/among Board members, staff, Storm Lake United members, community leaders, elected officials and strategic committees and organizations.
  • Strong executive and supervisory skills, including ability to plan, organize, lead, delegate, and monitor.
  • Demonstrated ability to prepare and manage a budget, to analyze organization performance and to project financial performance.
  • Ability to work a wide and flexible range of business hours, including overnight travel on an occasional basis.
  • A commitment to personal growth.
  • Commitment to ethical best business practices for Storm Lake United.

Professional Experience

  • Minimum of 3-5 years management/executive level experience in a business-related field or other leadership position, including supervision of professional staff and oversight of finances.
  • Previous Chamber management experience preferred.
  • Working knowledge of local, regional and state-level political systems and experience in developing collaborative relationships in these areas.

Education

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required; or comparable professional training and experience attained through military, industry, or association service.

Storm Lake United

Contact: Gary Sterling
PO Box 584
Storm Lake, Buena Vista, Iowa 50588
US