Reports to: SVP, Public Policy

Overview: This role supports is instrumental in supporting programming and initiatives aimed at our Missouri State Affairs, Public Policy Council, the KC BizPAC, and other committees in service to the Chamber’s strategic plan.

Responsibilities:

• (40%) Manage the Chamber’s engagement and advocacy with the City of Kansas City, MO
  • Engage and regularly connect with Kansas City elected officials and staff members to maintain relationships and advocate on policy issues on behalf of our Members.
  • Attend City Council meetings and other legislative sessions.
  • Provide timely updates to Members on legislation and priorities.
  • Regular management of Kansas City, MO Business Leadership Council meetings to include invitations, registration tracking, distribution of materials, etc.
  • Research Chamber policy positions and collaboration opportunities with relative stakeholders and partners.
• (20%) Manage operations of the KC BizPAC
  • Regular meeting management to include invitations, registration tracking, distribution of materials, etc.
  • Manage candidate communication to schedule and confirm interviews, distribute contributions, schedule candidate events, etc.
  • Research and compile information on local and state candidates.
  • Administer, collect, and evaluate candidate surveys. Administer PAC member votes, tabulations, tracking, etc. among PAC members.
  • Manage bimonthly ethics filings in Missouri. Manage member contribution invoicing and collections.
• (20%) Assist SVP, Public Policy in administering Missouri State Affairs (MSA) programming
  • Manage MSA communications and advocacy requests.
  • Gather and prepare information on Chamber policy positions for Missouri testimony, communications, and legislative hearings.
  • Research Chamber policy positions and collaboration opportunities with relative stakeholders and partners.
• (10%) Manage Public Policy Council
  • Membership sales to non-initiative members
  • Manage, plan, and promote Public Policy Council programming.
  • Write and distribute communications on requested advocacy action.
• (10%) Support department events as needed

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. *Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions

Core Value Competencies:

At the Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce, we:

• TRUST each other
• Embrace FLEXIBILITY
• COLLABORATE openly
• Commit to INCLUSION
• Act with INTEGRITY

Job Competencies and Skills:

• Technical Aptitude
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Skillful in use of tools and equipment relevant to job performance.
  • Ability to quickly master use of technology necessary to perform job functions.
  • Ability to gather, capture, and analyze data leveraging our GrowthZone database system.
• Communication
  • Ability to convey information clearly and concisely either verbally or in writing.
  • Ability to listen and respond appropriately to others.
• Professionalism and Work Ethic
  • Demonstrates personal accountability and effective time management skills to meet multiple deadlines and adjust priorities quickly as circumstances dictate.
  • Independently determines what needs to be done and acts on it.
• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
  • Researches all available avenues of information to develop solutions to problems.
• Relationship Building
  • Builds strong relationships with colleagues and clients working together towards common goals.
• Project Management
  • Bring together every component of a project, including resources or planning, that are needed to complete it in a timely manner.

Education and Experience:

• Minimum four to five years relevant work experience and four-year college degree

FLSA Classification:

• Full-Time, Exempt

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position a minimum of 75% of the time
• Needs to occasionally move about to assist with meeting room set-ups

Travel Required:

• Minimal local travel

Apply at: https://secure.entertimeonline.com/ta/CBIZ20457.careers?ShowJob=403001676

EEO Statement:

The Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce maintains a policy of non-discrimination in employment and complies with and supports all Federal, state, and local laws regarding discrimination in employment. Specifically, the Organization does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, citizenship status, pregnancy, mental or physical disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic to the extent prohibited by Federal, state, or local law. Decisions regarding recruiting, hiring and promotion are made on the basis of individual qualifications related to the requirements of the position. Likewise, the administration of other human resources matters such as compensation, benefits, transfers, reductions-in-force, recall, training, education, and social/recreational programs are free from any discriminatory practices.

To apply please submit your cover letter and resume to Rebecca Baumgartner at rbaumgartner@kcchamber.com