GA - Chamber of Commerce Community Liaison
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OUR UNIVERSITY
Ottawa University (established in 1865) one of the oldest private liberal arts universities in the United States is a multicampus system serving approximately 4000 students through its campuses in Kansas (Ottawa Kansas Residential Campus and Overland Park Kansas Adult Programs); Arizona (Surprise Residential Campus and OUAZ Adult Programs); Wisconsin (Brookfield Adult Programs); and our OU ONLINE PROGRAM based out of Overland Park Kansas.
Ottawa University is a regionally accredited churchrelated private university that strives to integrate faith learning and life in the academic experiences of students.
JOB SUMMARY
The Ottawa Area Chamber of Commerce seeks a graduate assistant to focus on connecting and integrating the lives of Ottawa University and the Ottawa business community. Position is responsible to develop new relationships and programing which will more closely tie Ottawa University and the greater Ottawa community.
Must develop and maintain excellent relations with new and existing Chamber members; responsible for the overall knowledge and expertise of the functions for the Member/Partner database program; requires a commitment to the Ottawa Area Chamber of Commerces mission philosophy and values; demonstrates models and executes positive and constructive communication with leaders at all levels including board members staff members news media and elected officials; inspires a teamoriented environment that fulfills the organizations mission strategic plan goals and objectives with and provide support to integrating lives and operations among the Ottawa University and the Ottawa business communities.
Responsibilities will primarily include providing opportunity for communications relationship building program development Chamber of Commerce member relations database development/maintenance and overall development and integration of the two designated constituencies as community liaison.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND REQRUIED DUTIES OF THE JOB (provide list of items which are essential to effective outcomes in this role):
Community Relations:
- Develop and enhance programming and events which will improve working relations between Ottawa University staff faculty and students and the Ottawa business community.
- Increase the level of knowledge and participation of community events to the university and the vice versa increase the level of knowledge of university events and participation to the greater community
- Serve as a liaison between Ottawa University and the Ottawa Area Chamber of Commerce and the City of Ottawa.
Community Constituencies
- Learn and gain experience regarding the local political dynamics.
- Building local constituencies which will benefit the Chamber and the University.
- Keep the President/CEO apprised of any and all pertinent information as it relates to community relations (especially as it applies to Ottawa University).
Chamber Programs
- Actively support and participate in Chamber events and programs
- Recruit and provide support and direction to volunteers for the Chamber and the University
- Other duties as assigned
Personal Characteristics of Importance:
Demonstrates ethical leadership values; strong listener; moves and acts with urgency; easily engages others; appreciates others; effectively works with complex problems and personalities; willingness to tackle problems; and passion.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS ABILITIES & EDUCATION
Highly motivated with a strong desire to achieve goals
Possess strong professional skills in working with business owners and entrepreneurs
Superior organizational skills and problemsolving skills
Strong verbal and effective written communications skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suites database software and Apple products
Capable of maintaining sensitive/confidential information
Must have the ability to foster the values of member relations
Must be a team player that works well in an adapting environment
Exceptional people skills with an outgoing personality
Strong public speaking skills good listener
Exhibit professional appearance and conduct at all times
Flexible schedule
STANDARD UNIVERSITY EXPECTATIONS:
- Model and encourage collaboration among University departments assuring effective communication and operations.
- Understand the Universitys policies and procedures and exercise good judgment accordingly. Assure that University and student information is managed in a confidential and ethical manner in accordance with the Universitys Code of Conduct and Ethics.
- Provide leadership through conduct attitude and professionalism. Represent the University to students external groups faculty and staff in a way that reflects positively on the University.
- Be mindful and supportive of the overall Mission of Ottawa University.
- Exercise Inclusivity in your daily actions accruing alignment within expectations of the Universitys Mission Statement and Statement of Inclusion Openness and Community.
NOTE
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other jobrelated instructions and to perform any other jobrelated duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully the incumbents will possess the skills aptitudes and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge skills or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract implied or otherwise other than an at will relationship.
Ottawa University is committed to equal employment opportunity and does not unlawfully discriminate in recruitment or employment on the basis of race age sex color religion disability national origin sexual orientation genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
Qualifications
Eligibility Requirements
The applicant must first be accepted into an Ottawa University graduate program to be eligible to apply for a Graduate Assistant position. The Employment Application can be found on the Ottawa University website within the Careers Section where University Positions are posted. To complete the application process the applicant must attach the Graduate Program Acceptance Document which is provided by the University upon acceptance into the program.
All Graduate Assistants must be eligible to work in the United States and present the proper documentation to the Human Resources Department prior to beginning their graduate assistantship role. These requirements and information are provided to you as a part of your onboarding process through Human Resources.
Qualifications and requirements are as follows:
- Earned bachelors degree.
- Accepted to a qualified graduate degree program (see appendix for qualified programs).
- Any other required criteria established in the position posting.
Applicants must submit the following materials to be considered for employment.
- A completed employment application is required.
- An attached cover letter and resume.
Employment Type
Part-Time
