Executive Director of Operations

The Executive Director manages the Chamber’s daily operations and carries out priorities set by the Board of Directors. The role strengthens local businesses, coordinates community programs and events, maintains sound administrative practices, and serves as a visible, professional representative of the Chamber throughout Johnston County.

Position Overview

Reports to: Board of Directors, through the Board President for routine supervision and communication.

Position: Full time; schedule includes occasional evenings and weekends for meetings and events.

Work location: Johnston County, Oklahoma; regular office presence and travel within the service area.

Key Responsibilities

Board and organizational management

· Implement the Board’s approved goals, annual work plan, policies, and budget; provide timely progress reports and recommendations.

· Prepare board and committee materials, maintain organizational records, and coordinate meetings in partnership with the officers and board secretary.

· Manage office operations, vendors, Chamber property, records, and any employees or volunteers assigned to Chamber activities.

· Keep the Board informed of significant opportunities, complaints, financial concerns, and matters requiring its approval.

Membership and business support

· Recruit, welcome, retain, and engage Chamber members; maintain accurate membership and contact records and respond promptly to member inquiries.

· Develop useful member benefits, networking opportunities, ribbon cuttings, business promotions, and educational programs within approved resources.

· Connect entrepreneurs and established businesses with relevant local, tribal, regional, and state partners and resources.

· Represent the interests of the Chamber and its membership fairly, without promising assistance or outcomes beyond the Chamber’s authority.

Community partnerships and events

· Plan and deliver Chamber events and community initiatives with committees, sponsors, businesses, and volunteers; oversee schedules, budgets, logistics, promotion, and follow up.

· Maintain productive relationships with local governments, tribal nations, schools, tourism and economic development partners, civic organizations, and neighboring chambers.

· Support responsible business growth and community development through collaboration, referrals, and projects approved by the Board.

Communications and fundraising

· Maintain accurate, current Chamber information across its website, social media, email, directories, and print materials.

· Promote members, events, and Johnston County with clear, accessible communications; respond to media inquiries or refer sensitive issues to the Board President.

· Develop sponsorships, memberships, donations, and other Board approved revenue opportunities; acknowledge supporters and deliver promised benefits.

Financial stewardship

· Assist with the annual budget; track income, expenses, sponsorships, invoices, and receipts; provide regular financial information to the treasurer and Board.

· Follow current bylaws, approved budgets, financial policies, authorization limits, banking controls, and record retention procedures for every commitment and disbursement.

· Coordinate with the treasurer and designated financial professionals on reconciliations, payroll, tax filings, and required reports as applicable.

Qualifications

· Experience in chamber work, nonprofit administration, business development, community development, marketing, event coordination, or a related field. Relevant education and equivalent experience will be considered.

· Strong communication, relationship building, organization, and customer service skills, with the ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

· Ability to prepare budgets and reports, maintain accurate records, use common office and digital communication tools, and learn membership or financial systems.

· Sound judgment, discretion with confidential information, and ability to work effectively with a volunteer Board, members, staff, and diverse community partners.

· Ability to attend occasional evening and weekend activities and travel locally as needed.

Position Expectations

The Executive Director performs the essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation. Specific assignments may evolve with Board priorities. The Board retains authority assigned to it by the Chamber’s current constitution, bylaws, and policies; this description does not independently authorize contracts, spending, account access, or changes to banking signers.

Pay: $27,000.00 - $35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Parental leave

Work Location: In person

Salary : $27,000 - $35,000