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Sales Professional/Manager of Development
National Precast Concrete Association
A dynamic national trade association has an exciting opportunity for a sales professional. This position acts in a proactive sales role, which includes prospecting, cold calling, development/retention for advertising (both print and web), membership and trade show booth sales.
The ideal candidate will be a high energy, motivated, articulate professional with excellent communication skills and a winning personality both in person and on the phone.
BA/BS preferred but not required - commensurate with a minimum of three years successful sales experience. Compensation is a combination of commission with a minimum salary based on experience. NPCA has a 37.5 day work week and a competitive benefits package.
Send resume, compensation requirements and references to: Brenda Ibitz, NPCA, 10333 North Meridian Street, Ste. 272, Indianapolis, IN 46295; or fax to: 317-571-0041; or email to: bibitz@precast.org
Posted 07/17/2008
Membership & Meetings Assistant
Association Management company is seeking Membership & Meetings Assistant. Excellent attention to detail, strong written and verbal communication skills required. Primary responsibilities include:
- Daily administrative functions
- Assistance with meeting planning details and staff support at meetings
- Registration processing and oversight
- Database management
- Tracking and reporting on membership, sponsorships, exhibits, etc.
- Processing of dues and registration fees
Candidates must have strong interpersonal communication skills, organizational skills, ability to multi-task, and quickly change priorities.
Interested candidates please submit your resume for consideration to pwarren@raybourn.com.
Posted 07/07/2008
International Programs and Exhibits (IPE) Assistant
Custom Electronic Design and Installation Association (CEDIA)
SUMMARY
The International Programs and Exhibits Assistant supports the department with all event and exhibit logistics, internal and external communications, financial management and volunteer interactions.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Daily administrative functions, which include, but not limited to:
- Department finances and budget assistance and reconciliation
- Program/Events data archive management
- Staff meetings minutes
- Coordinating volunteer communications
- Mail processing
- Meeting planning and staff support at events (travel required)
- Ability to travel to Industry events as exhibit support if needed
Assist with booth/exhibit logistics, which include, but not limited to:
- Vendor orders
- Booth and materials shipment
- Marketing materials
- Hospitality and Food & Beverage logistics
Arranging travel, hotel and ground transportation for:
- Staff
- Volunteers
- Event/Program VIP’s, Keynotes, and Panelist
International Program Events calendar maintenance and development
- Work with Director of IPE to develop communication strategies with our International partners, members and programs
Facility support for all departments, which include, but not limited to:
- Meeting room prep and scheduling
- Coordinate contract labor / vendors for all repairs and/or additions, re-orders, cleaning, and monthly service requirements
- Assist departments with all shipping and storage requirements
Interested candidates can send their resume to towens@cedia.org. Please note position responding to.
Posted 07/07/2008
Event Coordinator
Music For All (MFA)
Music for All, Inc. is a new organization created through the merger of Bands of America (BOA), with a 31-year heritage in providing spectacular educational experiences for instrumental music programs and students, and Music for All Foundation (MFA), one of the nation’s leading music and arts education research, public policy and advocacy organization created to address the growing concern that public policies have created barriers for many schools and communities to provide music and arts programs as a part of a basic education for all children. Music for All, Inc. is now poised to be the largest and most influential national music education organization focused on creating positively life-changing experiences through music that is also engaged in expanding access to music programs in schools and communities. Music for All’s mission is to create, provide and expand positively life-changing experiences through music for all.
Music for All’s INTERNATIONALLY ACCLAIMED repertoire of events includes more than 25 annual festivals in more than a dozen states. Among these events are the Bands of America Grand National Championships, National Concert Band Festival, Orchestra America National Festival, National Percussion Festival, Summer Symposium, Regional Marching Championships, and one-day musical and leadership clinics. The Bands of America Honor Band of America has toured Europe and Japan and was featured as a 300+ member marching unit in the 2005 Tournament of Roses Parade on worldwide television.
More than 300,000 teens, family members and enthusiasts attend Music for All and BOA events each year with more than 80,000 teens participating. Millions worldwide access Music for All through award-winning national newsletters (published 5 times annually), our Web site www.musicforall.org, video productions, and other print materials.
Music for All, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit educational organization.
Position Summary/Responsibilities
The Event Coordinator works under the direction of the Director of Events while working alongside a team of Event Coordinators. The Event Coordinator is responsible for assisting with the planning and executing of 25 special events annually across the country including regional and national Marching Band Championships, a National Concert Band, Orchestra and Percussion Festival and a national Summer Symposium. Responsibilities to include:
- On-site event management.
- Communicate and coordinate all logistics with the event venues.
- Serve as a liaison to participating schools regarding event details and itineraries.
- Create and maintain staff and participant housing lists.
- Plan and coordinate food and beverage functions with hotels and caterers.
- Secure and contract equipment rentals.
- Create and maintain event schedules.
- Create event timelines and communicate event operations to all internal staff.
- Work with sponsors to secure equipment for events.
- Recruit and coordinate event hosts and volunteers.
Position Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s degree required with an emphasis in Event Management and/or Music Business preferred.
Experience/Skills
- Minimum two years of event planning, volunteer management, hotel and/or catering experience preferred.
- Extreme attention to detail, particularly under tight deadlines.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Self motivated and ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to work well with others.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Must be able to meet a demanding work schedule as necessary.
- Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word and Excel; Mac experience helpful.
- Travel, evening and weekend work required surrounding events.
- Ability to travel weekly between September-November.
- Music background helpful but not required.
Compensation
Music for All offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including base salary, health insurance, 403(b), and flexible spending account.
Please fax/e-mail your resume and cover letter, including salary requirements by July 3, 2008 to:
Event Coordinator Search
Music for All, Inc.
39 W Jackson Place, Suite 150
Indianapolis, IN 46225
Fax: 317-524-6200
E-mail: jobs@musicforall.org
EOE
Posted 06/13/2008
Executive Director
Executive Director position for a 50 year old Non-Profit Agency in Indianapolis, Indiana. Main Functions: Lobbying, Public Relations, Management, Budgeting, Operations. Ideal Candidate: Demonstrated knowledge of legislative process with strong negotiation skills; excellent people and communication skills; a proven leader and manager with strong sense of purpose; forward thinking with a commitment to the mission of the organization; able to recruit, hire, supervise, staff following appropriate human resource guidelines; financial oversight/management. Benefits: Insurance, professional memberships, vacation and leave, pension plan, automobile, competitive salary. Contact: Send cover letter, resume and salary history, by June 13, 2008. Attn: Board President, 1087 Freedom Circle South, Crown Point, IN 46307
Posted 06/02/2008
Chief Executive Officer
Girl Scouts of Northern Indiana-Michiana Council
Headquarters: Fort Wayne, Indiana
GOALS: Girl Scouting is the world’s preeminent membership organization of girls and women. The historic merger of four councils serving 20 counties in the northern third of Indiana and two counties in southwestern Michigan will occur in October 2008. This newly formed council will be a recognized national leader, providing more girls than ever before with world-class leadership development opportunities. This presents a unique opportunity for a dynamic, energetic and skilled executive to lead the integration process and build on the successes of the councils currently serving girls in this region.
The new council will include the cities of Fort Wayne on the east and South Bend on the west. Fort Wayne is the second largest city in Indiana with approximately 206,000 residents; South Bend has a population in excess of 100,000 and is 90 miles from Chicago. The estimated total population of the combined jurisdiction is 1,677,500 (2000 U.S. Census). From the beaches of Lake Michigan through picturesque Amish country and growing communities of all sizes, the area served by Girl Scouts of Northern Indiana-Michiana includes a strong network and state highway infrastructure as well as established and growing businesses and industries of all types. A variety of institutions of higher education within the area support the states’ residents. These include the University of Notre Dame, St. Mary’s College, large regional Indiana and Purdue University campuses, and numerous smaller private and public colleges.
The CEO is accountable for providing leadership, strategic direction, and vision. Working in partnership with the Council’s Board of Directors and the senior management team, the CEO will shape the Council’s business strategy and its implementation. The CEO advises, recommends, and assists the Council Board of Directors in the formulation of policies governing the Council and implements the policies and directives of the Board. The CEO works collaboratively with members of the management team to direct the Council’s day-to-day operations.
BACKGROUND: A minimum of 5 years’ comparable executive level experience is required. In addition, we seek a person of the highest integrity with demonstrated competency across a broad range of executive and managerial functions appropriate to non-profit organizations of comparable size, including board relations, communications, financial management, fund development, planning, program delivery, marketing, and staff/volunteer relations. Demonstrated leadership in organizations undergoing rapid transformation is highly desirable. The successful candidate will possess a minimum of an undergraduate degree, with advanced education and training preferred. Corporate executives with a demonstrated record of leading highly customer-centered organizations are encouraged to apply.
STATISTICS: 18,242+ girl and 4,702+ dedicated adult members. The Council’s jurisdiction includes 20 counties in northern Indiana and 2 in southwestern Michigan. The new Council’s budget is expected to be approximately $4.6 million. The Council operates 10 facilities including offices, service centers, shops, camps and related properties. Combined Councils’ staff presently consists of 190 full and part-time employees, plus seasonal staff.
Girl Scouting is strongly supportive of a multi-cultural society, and serves the interests of girl members from all communities. Individuals representative of our multi-cultural society are encouraged to explore this extraordinary opportunity.
For consideration, please email your cover letter and resume, along with salary requirements to:
Robert Perodeau, Principal
Evergreen Executive Source, LLC
P.O. Box 412 Haddonfield, NJ 08033-0412
Voice (800) 221 6663 Fax (800) 451 1451
E-mail: evergreen.source@att.net
Posted 05/27/2008
Executive Director
Gamma Sigma Alpha
Gamma Sigma Alpha (the “Society”) is a national organization dedicated to the promotion of academic achievement of college and university students and especially those students who are members of men’s and women’s fraternities and sororities.
As with most other non-profit organizations or associations, Gamma Sigma Alpha is governed by a Board of Directors (the “Board”). The day-to-day operation of Gamma Sigma Alpha is the responsibility of the Executive Director. Gamma Sigma Alpha is seeking a part-time staff member to serve as the Executive Director of the organization.
Job Summary:
The Executive Director will assist the Board in formulating the mission, goals, objectives and related policies of Gamma Sigma Alpha and will be responsible for implementation of same.
The Executive Director shall be responsible for ensuring that the Society serves the needs and interests of the membership of Gamma Sigma Alpha and that the programs, activities and services provided by the Society directly benefit the members and chapters. These responsibilities include but are not limited to maintaining records, the collection, accounting and dispensing of fees and dues and financial records, providing information and guidance for the establishment and operation of chapters, the identification of problems, issues and needs of members relating to the Society and the development and operation of programs or responses to those needs and the identification and use of resources to meet those needs.
The Executive Director will work directly for and with the Board of Directors in the formulation of all policies and positions of Gamma Sigma Alpha. The Executive Director shall be an ex officio member of the Board of Directors and is expected to attend all meetings and to participate in all conference calls.
Qualifications or skills needed:
Demonstrated leadership skills, including the ability to work effectively with diverse groups of people. The ability to think proactively and creatively.
Experience in working with a board, committees or in association management.
Ability to work independently and without direct supervision.
Bachelor’s degree required.
Duties of the Executive Director shall include:
Periodic communication with chapters and members with news, updates and practical information regarding Gamma Sigma Alpha;
Regular communication with the Board of Directors, including financial and membership reports;
Maintaining all historical records, archives and other documents and items associated with the society;
Receiving, processing, maintaining and updating all membership records for individuals and chapters;
Providing a monthly income and expense statement to the Board of Directors;
Advising, assisting and providing direction to and with all chapters, chapters leaders, advisors and others involved with Gamma Sigma Alpha chapters;
With the approval of the Society President: scheduling, organizing and setting up board meetings. This shall include assisting the President in the development of the agenda, the preparation of all materials and information for board members to consider at the meeting and reporting to the Board on Society activities;
Serving as the primary representative to Greek letter organization governing groups or associations and as the primary spokesperson for the Society.
Candidate Information:
This part-time position will be available June 1, 2008. The average number of hours the position will require is 20, although this may vary during peak times. Gamma Sigma Alpha is currently relocating its central office to Indianapolis, Indiana, and the successful candidate will serve as the primary office staff member.
Interested candidates should submit a resume (including the names and contact numbers of three references) to:
Lynda Wiley
Ball State University
Student Center 133
Muncie, IN 47306
lwiley@bsu.edu
765-285-2621 * 765-285-2855 (FAX)
Posted 05/13/2008
Receptionist
Custom Electronic Design and Installation Association (CEDIA)
SUMMARY
This position is the front line representative of an international organization, supporting the organization and staff, working directly with staff on projects, and contributing to processes that improve team and organizational function. The receptionist manages the first point of customer service to our members, volunteers, vendors, and business associates.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
Operating all aspects of the reception desk.
Responsible for answering main switchboard and directing calls while maintaining a professional demeanor and attitude (includes paging staff when appropriate and handling situations/emergencies in an appropriate fashion). Route calls promptly and correctly to the person or voicemail, correctly and politely take messages when necessary.
Greet visitors in a friendly, welcoming, and professional manner and direct them to their proper destination.
Coordinate equipment maintenance calls and equipment updates to vendors.
Manage staff directories including: telephone extensions, emails, and out of the office contact information.
Manage calendars including: industry website calendar, staff calendar, meeting and event calendar, and facilities calendar.
Provide assistance to staff in the following areas: copying, filing, scanning, faxing, emailing, mass mailings, typing, and various duties as assigned.
Manage incoming and outgoing mail, shipments, and deliveries (i.e. USPS, FedEx, UPS, and couriers).
Manage office supplies and complete supply orders as needed.
Responsible for staying up to date on all CEDIA general information related to activities, events, and volunteers.
Provide members with general information on CEDIA, member benefits, and events. Ability to help members and callers navigate the website with ease.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
There are no supervisory responsibilities for this position.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Associates Degree or work equivalent. Previous experience as a receptionist or in customer service is required. Must have demonstrated through education or experience the ability to manage projects, skilled at multi-tasking, and working with peers. Basic computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret standard business documents. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints. Bi-lingual a plus.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Basic skills expected.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of service situations. Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form. Adept at conflict resolution.
Interested candidates can send their resume to toconnor@cedia.org. Please note position responding to.
Posted 6/06/08
Industry Outreach (IO) Coordinator
Custom Electronic Design and Installation Association (CEDIA)
SUMMARY
The Industry Outreach (IO) Coordinator’s objective is to contribute to the development and implementation of Industry Outreach partnership and marketing initiatives. This staff professional must possess strong writing, editing, follow-up, organizational, and time management skills, and a proven track record with meeting deadlines and project completion. A professional demeanor and the ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment are also vital components of this role.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Daily functions, which include, but are not limited to:
Coordinating/maintaining/reporting all aspects relative to the effective implementation and execution of Industry Outreach contracted partnerships (HTA and others in the future)
Identifying/researching potential new Industry Partner organizations with which to partner, and future sponsorship/education opportunities
Coordinating all details and follow up relative to appropriate Action Teams
Development and maintenance of all Industry Outreach Partnership metrics
Development/coordination of all Industry Outreach marketing and metrics
Implementation of assigned Industry Outreach initiative details and metrics
Adherence to budget guidelines
Ability to travel to Industry Outreach and CEDIA events when needed
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
There are no supervisory responsibilities for this position.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to execute each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Bachelors degree or equivalent, or four to ten years related experience or training, or a combination thereof. Individual must have demonstrated through education or experience the ability to manage projects, be skilled at multi-tasking and working with peers and volunteers. Event management, marketing, educational curriculum development and advanced association-related education preferred.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
The ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and/or governmental regulations is recommended. The ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals is also part of this position, as are the capabilities to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Also important is the ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Individual must be able to apply concepts of general accounting, understand accrual-based accounting and be able to produce department budget, cash-flow reports and pro forma’s.
REASONING ABILITY
Qualified individuals must possess the ability to solve practical problems and deal with variables in situations where only limited standardization exists, as well as be able to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Must also be adept at conflict resolution.
Interested candidates can send their resume to toconnor@cedia.org. Please note position responding to.
Posted 6/06/08
Director of Technical Training
Custom Electronic Design and Installation Association (CEDIA)
SUMMARY
To perform instructional training for CEDIA’s comprehensive technical training and development program.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Facilitates training derived from curriculum specific to the industry or profession of CEDIA members.
The training format ranges from three-day full-day hands-on training to 90-minute courses.
Supports the planning and implementation of association training and development programs through needs assessment and education and certification council consultation.
Supports CEDIA’s Training Facility activities; its operations and functionality.
Participates on curriculum design content teams as assigned by Director of Technical Training.
Oversees CEDIA’s Instructor Pool; its management, expansion, and subsequent training programs.
Analyzes the need for learning around technical topics and determines the best methodology and provides input to the Directors of Technical Training and Curriculum and Learning and the Education Council’s curriculum development volunteers.
In conjunction with the Directors of Technical Training and Curriculum and Learning, research, implement and serve as trainer for the e-learning platform.
Assists with the review and evaluate curricula for technical adequacy, educational adequacy, and accomplishment of objectives.
Offers input and supports decisions regarding appropriate instructional procedures or methods such as individual training, group instruction, self study, lectures, demonstrations and simulation exercises.
When applicable, serve as CEDIA liaison to courseware developers in curricula design.
Works with Communications Department and directs preparation of publicity to promote activities such as new educational programs or other services.
Forecast and monitor revenue and expenses of assigned activities.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This position requires 40% travel requirement.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or five years related experience and/or training, preferably in the consumer electronics or custom electronics field; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Advanced technical knowledge in the
custom electronics field required. Extensive adult training delivery and classroom management experience. Small business or electronics business experience either in an ownership or management capacity, or in a training capacity highly recommended.
Ability to identify with a collaborative, fast-paced, highly entrepreneurial, bottom-line driven association. Ability to work flexible work schedule (evenings and weekends possible).
SKILLS
Excellent facilitation skills required. Excellent listening skills and consultative manner. Strong client-relationship, consensus building, and consulting skills. Strong planning and project management skills.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Share supervision of one employee, an Education Coordinator. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities may include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of Directors, clients, customers, and the general public.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of general accounting and understands accrual-based accounting.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to coordinate and work with volunteers
Interested candidates can send their resume to toconnor@cedia.org. Please note position responding to.
Posted 6/06/08