What are the responsibilities and job description for the Governmental Affairs Director position at Calhoun County Area Chamber & Visitors Center?
Job Purpose:
The Governmental Affairs Director’s Job is to coordinate the public policy program of the Chamber and work with all levels of elected leadership and to leverage the influence of the Chamber’s large and diverse membership to ensure that the voice of business is heard.
Duties:
- Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of the Chamber’s mission and how it directly applies to existing and prospective members in relationship to Public Advocacy.
- Maintain working relationship with Board of Directors and Public Affairs Committee.
- Coordinate Chamber Public affairs events in working closely with public affairs committee and their programs and events. i.e. Political Forums, State of the Cities, County and State, Montgomery Trip, Legislative Briefing and other Public Affairs programs.
- Help Develop and promote the Chamber’s State & Federal Legislative Agenda.
- Design a Legislative Informational Document on Elected Officials.
- Develop communication to promote the Chamber as an advocate for Business. Chamber Briefing on Legislative Updates.
- Be a Voice of Business for Chamber Members.
Skills/Qualifications:
Should have some interest in public advocacy and experience in internal and external communication.
Applications/resumes are due to Linda Hearn at lindah@calhounchamber.com by Monday, June 8th, 2026.