Job Details

We are seeking a dynamic and visionary Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead our Roseville Area Chamber of Commerce into its next phase of growth. The CEO will be responsible for setting the strategic direction of the Chamber with the board of directors, overseeing all operations, and ensuring that the organization meets its financial and operational goals. This role requires a strong leader with strong business acumen, a proven track record in senior leadership and collaboration, and the ability to inspire staff and volunteer teams to achieve excellence.

Overarching Duties

The CEO, by authority granted by the Board of Directors, directs and leads the Roseville Area Chamber of Commerce toward its mission. Key areas of responsibility include: providing leadership for operations, fiscal management, marketing, fundraising, public/community relations, program development, human resource management, strategic direction, and developing activities that promote the Greater Roseville Area business community. The overall task of the CEO is to plan, organize and direct the operations to enable the Chamber to carry out its functions in the core areas of membership development, community and workforce development, and government affairs.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced leader looking to make a significant impact in our northern California community. The Roseville Area Chamber is one of five chambers in CA designated as 5-star accredited by the U.S. Chamber. It serves as a pivotal advocate for the local business community, representing over 1,200 members with an annual budget of $1.6 million and a dedicated staff of 11. Our mission focuses on fostering economic growth, enhancing workforce development, and advocating for policies that benefit our members and the broader community.

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, management, marketing, or equivalent experience
• Specific leadership experience with a Chamber, Destination Marketing Organization, and/or Convention & Visitors Bureau
• Significant experience in the areas of general marketing, sales, media, public relations, and electronic mediums (digital and social)
• Demonstrated experience in program management, budgeting, expenditure control, and revenue generation
• Experience in managing volunteers in both work-related and advisory board capacity
• Experience in workforce development and talent pipeline management (preferred)
• Ability to bring industry experience and contacts to the position
• Strong oral, written, and listening communication skills
• A passion for mission-based marketing and relationship building
• Good understanding of non-profit structure, rules, and guidelines
• Strong strategic planning & decision-making skills
• Working knowledge of basic financial concepts and statements, cash flow, profit, and loss statements
• Strong leadership and communication skills both internally and with external customers and stakeholders, including local elected officials
• Highly organized with attention to follow up and follow through
• Demonstrated ability to work efficiently and cooperatively with others and build coalitions with key partners
• Experience with talent acquisition and management
• Ability to understand and use quantitative and qualitative matrices as evaluative tools
• Consensus-building skills
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office
• W.A.C.E. Academy Graduate or U.S. Chamber Institute Graduate preferred

Please send us your resume and a cover letter outlining why your experience would make you a great match for our 5-star Chamber. Please address your background as it relates to each of our qualification requirements. Also include your requested salary for this position. Respond by April 15, 2025.

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