HELP WANTED!
The International Lightning Class Association is looking to enrich and expand our outreach with members and prospective members. As such a newly created part-time Membership Associate position has been created. Interested applicants should submit resume and a cover letter explaining why they would be the best candidate to the Class Office, office@lightningclass.org Attn: Laura Jeffers, Executive Secretary or inquire by phone (727) 942-7969. Position will be open until filled.
MEMBERSHIP ASSOCIATE
Job Description
Duties:
- Oversee Club Express membership renewal process
- Maintain wording and dates of system-generated reminders
- Generate and (snail) mail reminder letters after the 3rd email – run system report and print via mail merge
- Track success rate
- Manage auto-renewal process, including credit card issues
- Mail hull stickers upon renewals
- Enter Boat Registry number changes upon renewal or new membership
- Assist with member correspondence (phone or email) regarding membership
- Assist with new member Classifieds posts as needed
- Assist with Fleet memberships – collect fleet dues, update fleet captain list, membership in Leaders forum, Club Express “association” (enables chapter finder)
- Send District regatta chairs lists of paid District members
- Follow up for payment/communication for any new members
- Double check results list to ensure membership for all
- Contact new members, provide names of their fleet captain, district commodore, if applicable info re Jr NA’s, U32 What’s App, Classic Boats
- Be a Membership Cheerleader – help develop campaigns (lapsed members, auto renewals, etc.)
- Meet or exceed quarterly goals for membership (commission for overachievement may be available)
Duration of position: Through December 31, 2027, or as otherwise extended
Reports to: ILCA Executive Secretary
Expectations:
- Minimum 10 hours per week, prefer 12.5 (average 2.5 hours Mon-Fri)
- Requires published “office hours” to Class membership 1-2 hours per week, preferably one hour during day, one evening
- Provide weekly reports and invoices for time
Requirements:
- Very strong written and verbal communication skills
- Good proficiency with Excel
- Proficient with web-based systems (Club Express)
- Access to computer, printer, internet
- Reimbursables: postage, envelopes, paper, printer ink
Compensation:
$19 per hour. Independent contractor position will receive 1099 for income reporting. Membership goals will be set; ability to earn commission for overachievement may be available.
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