Job Postings

Job Postings

Want to work for the Alliance or Waukesha County Center for Growth? Check out our openings!

Programs & Marketing Associate

Support business, expand connections and put your marketing strengths to work! The Waukesha County Business Alliance has a robust communication strategy and hosts 100+ events and programs each year and is looking for a dynamic project manager to join the team.

 

Responsibilities Include:

  • Contribute to the successful execution of Alliance events and programs by coordinating the logistics, speakers, sponsors, marketing and promotion of various events and programs.
    • Lead the Alliance’s guest speaker process, including handling incoming and outgoing speaker requests.
    • Work directly with confirmed guest speakers to gather necessary details including contact information, speaker materials, marketing materials, etc.
    • Create informative and appealing descriptions to promote events and programs.
    • Maintain various pages within the Alliance’s website related to events and programs.
  • Support the execution of Alliance communications, including newsletters and digital magazine.
    • Think strategically about how to best position the Alliance as a regional leader.
    • Gather content, design and edit various e-newsletters.
    • Develop concept and outline for quarterly digital magazine, including member stories and advertising.
  • Engage with business members and individuals through social media pages, including Facebook and LinkedIn.
  • Assist with additional marketing, event and program duties as needed.
  • Support AV/technology in Alliance conference rooms for internal and external meetings.
  • Become proficient with all modules of the Alliance database.
  • Contribute to the Alliance’s member retention process.
  • Assist entire Alliance team, as needed, on additional projects, training sessions, meetings, etc.


Job Requirements

  • Strong written and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects at one time with a high level of attention to detail.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, ability to develop relationships and communicate with all levels of business management.
  • Positive, creative and solution-focused working relationship with team members.
  • Ability to complete Word/Excel and InDesign.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or a two-year technical degree in a related field preferred.
  • Minimum of 1-2 years of relevant experience.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite/Office 365; Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word.
  • Proficient with remote meeting platforms; Zoom, GoToMeeting and Teams.

The Programs and Marketing Associate position is a full-time, salaried position.  The hours to be worked will generally take place between 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday and remotely from 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. on Fridays.  However, the Programs and Marketing Associate must be available for early morning and/or evening Alliance events and programs.


How to Apply:
Send cover letter, resume, references and salary requirements to Susan Pedersen.

Alliance Intern

The Waukesha County Business Alliance is looking for an intern. Work with the county-wide chamber of commerce and gain real-world experience interacting with local businesses. This internship will include administrative and general office tasks, in addition to assisting our events and programs team. This is a paid internship, requiring approximately 15-20 hours per week. Together, the Alliance and intern will determine mutual goals, as well as the best schedule and timeline.

 

Responsibilities Include:

  • Assemble and collate member meeting packets or marketing materials.
  • Prepare name tags and name tents for Alliance programs and meetings.
  • Update data in the Alliance’s database.
  • Input calendar notices on Alliance Outlook calendars.
  • Assist our marketing and programs department with preparation for upcoming programs.
  • Assist our business and education department with preparation for school tours and expos.
  • Set up conference rooms and assist with meeting preparation.
  • Other tasks and projects as assigned.
    Qualifications:
  • The Alliance is looking for a friendly, creative, and motivated individual who is willing to help with the many facets of a business association.
  • Strong writing and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
  • Organizational skills and ability to manage multiple ongoing projects.
  • Planning/problem-solving skills.

 

How to Apply:
Send your resume, references and a cover letter that expresses your writing and communication skills here. List “Alliance Internship" in the subject line of the email.