Director of External Relations

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Date Posted:
October 26, 2026
Position Title:
Director of External Relations
Office/Company:
Ohio Chamber of Commerce
Party:
N/A
Office Code:
Job Number:
HC-13777
Reports To:
Location:
Columbus, OH
Contact:
Salary:
Salary Range: Base + Generous Commission
Primary Role
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Full Time
Description:
Reports To: Senior Vice President, External Relations Primarily responsible for recruiting new members to the Ohio Chamber of Commerce. Researching & qualifying potential leads through the lens of the Ohio Chamber of Commerce. Communicating public policy priorities to prospects. Selling sponsorships to member companies for Ohio Chamber events. Engaging current members for increased dues each quarter. Tracking and staying on pace with quarterly sales goals set by the Senior Director of External Relations. Helping facilitate on-site visits to member and prospect companies by our President & CEO. Having a keen understanding of benefits offered by the Ohio Chamber of Commerce. Engaging internally with both Government Affairs and Communications staff on projects that involve member companies. Auditing and procuring member contact information for Salesforce. Working with the Director of Events on value-add programing at events.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
• Four-year degree or equivalent work experience. • 5+ years of experience in association or sales. • Able to work well under pressure. • Highly organized and capable to handling multiple projects and deadlines. • Ability to act quickly and resolve problems. • Effective communicator; both internally & externally. • Knowledge of Salesforce best practices.
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Majority of duties will be performed in and from the Chamber’s office during regular business hours. Travel up to 20% of the time. Some overnight may be required. Please email resumes to [email protected] Earn a certificate with the Council! Start your journey today.
Director of External Relations
HC-13777