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Office & Events Coordinator

  • Full Time
  • Huntington
  • $35,000 - $40,000 / Year
  • Applications have closed

Huntington Regional Chamber of Commerce

The Huntington Regional Chamber of Commerce is a nonprofit association that  promotes a thriving business community in Cabell and Wayne counties by  connecting people, places, and resources. To support this mission, the Chamber  seeks to: Connect Community, Cultivate Growth, and Catalyze Development.  

The Chamber is currently seeking an Office & Events Coordinator. The successful  candidate will play an essential role in managing daily office functions and  organizing Chamber events, contributing to our mission of promoting business  growth and community engagement.  

The Coordinator will report directly to the Chamber President & CEO.

Key Responsibilities  

Events 

  • Coordinate, execute, and evaluate monthly and annual events with  attendance ranging from 50-600 
  • Create and manage event budgets 
  • Handle event logistics, including registration, attendee communication,  catering, volunteers, and on-site coordination to ensure events run smoothly Track event metrics and prepare post-event reports to assess success and  identify areas for improvement  
  • Collaborate with Director of Marketing to promote events through various  channels, including social media, email newsletters, and the Chamber website Sell tickets, tables, and sponsorships to Chamber events  

Office  

  • Manage day-to-day office operations, including greeting guests, answering  phones, responding to emails, updating member information, and handling  inquiries from members and the public 
  • Maintain office supplies and refreshments and ensure the office environment  is organized and professional
  • Perform errands such as picking up the mail and dropping off bank deposits Assist with invoicing, payments, and basic bookkeeping tasks in coordination  with the Chamber’s accountant  
  • Coordinate meetings and take minutes for staff and Board meetings Other 
  • Serve as the staff liaison to one of the Chamber’s subcommittees
  • Assist with “all hands-on deck” events such as ribbon cuttings, Leadership  Huntington, etc. 

Preferred Qualifications  

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, Event Management, or a  related field 
  • Previous experience in event planning and/or office administration
  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills with an eye for detail
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
  • Positive attitude and professional demeanor with excellent customer service  skills 
  • Capable of working in a fast-paced environment on time-sensitive tasks
  • Able to lift 25+ pounds 

The Coordinator will work from the Chamber office in River Tower (1108 Third Ave Suite  300 Huntington, WV 25701). Work hours will be from 9 am – 4 pm Mondays through  Thursdays and 8 am – 3 pm on Fridays, plus Chamber events (approximately 1-2  evening events per month).  

This is a full time, hourly position. Compensation will be determined based on  experience plus paid time off, life insurance, and retirement.  

To apply, send a cover letter and resume to Tricia Ball at  

[email protected]. Please include “Office and Events Coordinator  Application” in the subject line. No phone calls, please.