What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operations Support Coordinator position at Broken Arrow Chamber of Commerce?
The Operations Support Coordinator plays a key role in ensuring the smooth execution of operations at the Broken Arrow Chamber of Commerce (BACC). This role has a strong focus on event logistics, member services, and administrative coordination, supporting the BACC’s mission by managing behind-the-scenes details that keep events, programs, and daily operations running efficiently. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced, event-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities
Event & Program Support
• Assist with planning, coordination, and execution of BACC events, meetings, and programs
• Coordinate logistics including, but not limited to, venue setup, catering, AV needs, vendor communications, registration management, and volunteer coordination
• Serve as on-site liaison, under the direction of the Events Manager during events, ensuring smooth operations and exceptional attendee experiences
• Conduct post-event follow-ups including attendee surveys, thank-you correspondence, and data entry
Administrative & Operational Support
• Provide general administrative support to BACC leadership
• Assist with invoicing, expense tracking, and other routine financial processes, as needed
• Support internal workflows, office organization, and technology setup for meetings or events
• Compile data on event attendance, membership activity, and operational metrics for regular reporting to leadership
Other Duties as Assigned
Qualifications
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and integrity
• Proficiency in Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office Suite
• Proven ability to quickly learn new software, including CRMs and project management tools
Personal Attributes
• Proactive and resourceful with strong attention to detail
• Highly motivated, service-oriented, self-starter with a strong sense of ownership and high degree of flexibility
• Simultaneously able to work independently with minimal supervision and as a team player who values collaboration and continuous improvement
• Calm and professional under pressure
• Ability to anticipate needs of members
Experience Level and Education
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in business administration, communications, event management, or related field preferred
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience considered
Physical and Mental Requirements
• The BACC is committed to continuous personal growth and development, including tactical skills and transformational soft skills. Success in this position requires proficiency in EI (emotional intelligence) skills: Teamwork and collaboration, organizational awareness, relationship building, empathy, self-awareness, self-regulation, adaptability, transparency, self-initiative, and demonstrated ability to work effectively under pressure while meeting deadlines.
• Frequent verbal communication is required in this job.
• Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Must possess sight/hearing senses to adequately perform functions of job
• Must be able to stand and move intermittently throughout workday
• May be required to sit, stand, walk or drive for long periods of time
• May be required to lift up to twenty-five (25) pounds
• Must be able to assist with night or weekend events
• Must possess a valid driver’s license
Working Conditions and Environmental Exposures
• Work is regularly performed both in a climate-controlled office setting and at various member business locations throughout the community.
• Member environments may include offices, retail settings, industrial sites, and manufacturing facilities.
• Noise levels and environmental conditions will vary depending on location.
• No environmental hazards are encountered in performance of normal job duties.
• This role requires frequent local travel and the ability to adapt to multiple types of workspaces.
• This position may require occasional travel within and outside the State of Oklahoma by car and/or airplane.
• Extended periods of sitting, standing, walking, and driving may be necessary.
Hourly Pay and Benefits
• Half-time hourly position: pay may be based on experience
• Benefits are not available to employees who work an average of fewer than 30 hours per week. As a half-time position, this role is not available for benefits.