The Greater Darlington Chamber of Commerce in Darlington, South Carolina, is seeking a dynamic, people-oriented Executive Director to manage the daily business of the Chamber.

The successful candidate will be a skilled communicator with the "people skills" necessary to build meaningful working relationships with business & community leaders, government officials, the Board of Directors, staff, and our members.

A results driven planner, our candidate must have demonstrated the ability to think strategically, develop goals with action steps, and successfully implement the plan.  Requires public speaking and written communications skills, event planning and reporting skills; excellent organizational capabilities, including defining and managing multiple priorities simultaneously with a high level of energy.

The Executive Director is the direct link to the membership, specifically the small business, to provide support, networking opportunities and a voice in community affairs.

The Executive Director reports to the Board of Directors and works closely with the Executive Committee. Competitive compensation based on experience. Required to reside in the Greater Darlington South Carolina area.  

The Greater Darlington Chamber of Commerce is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

MENTAL/PHYSICAL/VISUAL EFFORT:

The degree of concentration ranges from slight to intense based on the work being performed.  Position is subject to frequent interruptions which require varied responses.  While performing duties of this job, employee is routinely required to be mobile, sit, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear.  Subject to occasional lifting and carrying of supplies weighing up to 30 pounds in the office and on site at events.  Requires visual acuity, manual dexterity and good eye/hand/foot coordination. 

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is possible that requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disabled individuals. However, no accommodations will be made which may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others or which impose undue hardships on the organization.

Qualified persons should send letter of interest, resume and professional references by August 15, 2008 to: Search Committee, Greater Darlington Chamber of Commerce; 38 Public Square, Darlington, SC 29532. Resumes can be faxed to 843-393-8059 or emailed to info@darlingtonchamber.net.