MSCA Job Opportunities

The Associate Director is responsible for supporting the Executive Director in accounting, administrative, committee, special events and meetings management work as well as has close interaction with members.

 

The focus of this position is on producing high quality, detailed work based on established procedures.  This position requires excellent organizational and communication skills and the ability to multi-task and adapt to changing situations.  

 

The ideal candidate will be experienced in handling a wide range of related tasks from administrative to leadership and will be able to work independently as well as within a team. This person must be exceedingly well organized, flexible and enjoy the challenges of working in a small staff office with diverse members and programs.  The ability to work in a fast-paced environment, sometimes under pressure, remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful and efficient, with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality is crucial to this role. Expert level written and verbal communication skills, strong decision-making ability and attention to detail are equally important.

 

Process as needed, member and non-member registrations, sponsorships, memberships and contribution invoices for goods and services

Enter accounts receivables

Prepare and make deposit(s)

Process credit card payments

 

Respond to phone calls and emails

Update and maintain member database

Disperse incoming mail

Assist with blast emails, direct mail, marketing fliers and other production pieces as needed 

Website administration including but not limited to updates, enhancements, new pages, etc.

Provide design and graphic assistance

Establish and maintain high-profile visibility and accessibility with members and non-members; represent the organization and provide accurate information and answers as needed to all requests.

 

Committee Work: 

Oversee committee operations including but not limited to:

Prepare co-chairs for committee responsibilities

Create/update committee rosters

Prepare, send out and follow up on committee information and requests

Assist with committee budgeting

Committee website updates

Coordinate/facilitate committee activity and/or events

Prepare committee recaps for board of directors

Compile and track committee reports and recaps

Assist with and attend required and requested committee meetings

Assist with and attend required and requested committee, vendor and member meetings  

Executive meetings – approximately 4 per year

Leadership kickoff meeting – January

Attend any other requested internal or external meetings as needed

 

Perform all other duties as assigned

Does not supervise other employees

 

Two-year business degree

Previous trade association experience preferred

Strong computer skills

Social media skills

Strong oral and written communication skills

Self-motivated and highly organized

Detail-oriented

Ability to multi-task

Valid Minnesota driver's license

 

Lifting and moving up to 25 pounds in standard office conditions

 

Standard office equipment

 

If interested in applying, please email cover letter and resume to ktorp@msca-online.com.