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The Bay Area Council is a business-sponsored, public policy and advocacy organization for the nine-county Bay Area. It is a nonprofit organization supported by more than 325 member companies representing the top employers in the Bay Area. The Council proactively advocates for a strong economy, a vital business environment, and a better quality of life for everyone who lives in the Bay Area.
In a recent anonymous employee survey, colleagues said they like working at the Council because of:
- “The people, love that we are a noble cause organization, am so proud of the work we do, love our members, our ability to help the region. I really like the BAC culture, friendliness, humor and fun in the workplace.”
- “Being allowed to bring who I am as a person to my role and performance as a BAC employee.”
- “Challenges, latitude to innovate, ability to manage my time and goals fairly independently, great friends and team members.”
- “Many really smart people to work around all willing to do whatever is necessary to get things done.”
- “The BAC has an awesome mission, and an ability to rally together to achieve lofty goals. The staff feels like a family.”
Our Mission
We engage business and civic-minded leaders to solve the most challenging regional issues to ensure the Bay Area is the most innovative, sustainable, inclusive and globally competitive place in the world.
Open Positions
Research Analyst
The Bay Area Council Economic Institute (http://www.bayareaeconomy.org/) is a chartered program of the Bay Area Council Foundation. Through its economic and policy research and partnerships over the last 30 years, the Economic Institute has addressed major issues including infrastructure, housing, homelessness, climate change, science and technology, and governance.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Research Analyst works collaboratively with colleagues at the Bay Area Council Economic Institute to produce reports, presentations, and other materials. The Research Analysts is involved in projects from start to finish and also leads efforts in general data collection and narrative development. Projects will generally be led by a principal of the Institute, but the Research Analysts will take the primary lead on specific tasks. It is expected that the Research Analyst will contribute meaningful ideas and work productively with other research team members, both internal and external, as well as on independent assignments. Successful analysts are encouraged to progressively take on greater roles and responsibility over time.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Specific tasks may include, but are not limited to:
- Writing and developing articles, publications, and reports collaboratively;
- Aiding in the design of research strategies and methods on a project-by-project basis;
- Proofreading and copy-editing Institute documents and presentations;
- Participating in and leading interviews with outside individuals as relevant to Institute projects;
- Conducting data analysis using applications such as STATA, Excel, and IMPLAN;
- Processing data and maintaining the Institute’s databases; and,
- Providing support for Institute events and functions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Excellent writing skills
- Well-developed analytical thinking
- Strong quantitative and statistical skills
- MS Office: must be highly adept with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint; use of STATA or other statistical programs a plus
- Bachelor’s degree (no specific field of focus) or equivalent of 2-3 years’ work experience.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
- The Research Analyst position is an outstanding opportunity for a highly motivated individual who desires a role in a highly respected organization. The salary range is $65,000 to $75,000 and will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience.
- Annual performance and compensation reviews
- Annual bonus incentive program (when financial conditions permit)
- Medical, dental and vision insurance is 100% paid by the employer for the employee and 50% coverage for all dependents will be paid by the employer with the employee carrying the other 50%.
- Long-term disability, short-term disability, and life insurance policy of up to one (1) times the employee’s annual salary.
- Paid time off (PTO) of 20 days per year for the first four years, then 25 days thereafter.
- Eleven (11) paid holidays.
- Employer sponsored 401(k) plan with an employer match of 12 percent.
- Professional development training allowance provided annually.
- Mobile Phone reimbursement up to $55.00 per month.
- Wellness stipend of $25.00 per month (certain qualifications must be met).
- Commuter stipend/work from home stipend provided monthly.
HOW TO APPLY
Please click here to apply. Applications will be accepted through September 2, 2024.
Please contact Jeff Bellisario at jbellisario@bayareacouncil.org with questions. Applications will not be accepted via email.
Membership Development Manager
POSITION SUMMARY
Reporting to the Chief Membership and Development Officer (CMDO), the Membership Development Manager is responsible for a range of functions in support of membership sales, including development and retention. This includes support for recruiting new members and membership engagement, membership dues and sponsorship administration, events and meetings support, and Salesforce management.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Membership Engagement & Retention – Support the Membership Department in ensuring all members are actively engaged with the organization and are receiving good value from their membership. Track member attendance and participation in meetings, events, roundtables, etc. Obtain feedback from members on their satisfaction with BAC performance in meeting their expectations through informal conversations and an annual membership satisfaction survey. Coordinate new member orientations and onboardings, current member policy briefings, and other member engagement meetings and events. Confirm that members complete the electronic interest forms and are signed up for committees they are interested in joining.
- Board and Executive Committee Nominations – In coordination with the Director of Governance, maintain the “vetting log” in Salesforce for tracking progress of Board and Executive Committee candidates through the nomination and election process. Send welcome letters with orientation packages to newly nominated/elected Board and Executive Committee members.
- Membership Dues Administration – Support the membership dues billing process for new and existing members. Assist accounting with tracking dues payments and delinquencies. Work with CMDO on negotiating dues/events sponsorship bundles.
- Prospect Development – Conduct research to identify industries, companies and contacts for membership recruitment. Maintain in Salesforce a list of all prospective members with prospect type. Ensure that all higher priority prospects have data entered for the important data categories (annual revenues, Bay Area employment, industry category, key contacts). Update membership marketing materials and collateral. Update membership page on website with new pictures and updated information, quotes, etc.
- Sponsorship Administration – With the CMDO, update and distribute the staff call assignments for the Pacific Summit and the Annual Dinner. Work with CEO’s office on CEO calls. Confirm that all new members have opportunities for these events.
- Events & Meetings Support – For meetings, events, and delegation trips involving membership, provide comprehensive administrative support. This may include arranging venues, setting dates, developing agendas and pre-reading materials, developing invitation lists, sending invitations, tracking RSVPs, arranging catering, A/V, hotel, transportation, staffing needs, name badges, registration and day-of-event staffing and support.
- Database Management, Tracking & Reporting – Ensure that all contacts, accounts, events, meetings, and revenue opportunities in Salesforce are regularly updated and maintained so that contact information, event registrations, mailing lists and other functions are accurate and reliable. Work with key contacts in each member company to ensure that the contacts we have for the organization are current, and that their contact information is complete and accurate. Manage annual Salesforce clean-up, in coordination with Salesforce consultant, through Apsona.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES AND SKILLS
- Strong customer service orientation and sales skills.
- Excellent communicator – articulate, speaks well, comfortable communicating by phone, email, and in person with senior executives.
- Proficient writer – can produce professional, persuasive letters and promotional documents
- Excellent research skills – Can conduct market research on industries and companies to support prospect targeting and development.
- High degree of planning and organizing skills – can develop and execute clear plans with timelines for complex tasks and projects.
- High energy, strong work ethic – Sets and meets challenging goals. Meets deadlines consistently.
- Team player – builds constructive working relationships with others. Treats people with dignity and respect.
- Accountable – takes responsibility for actions and results.
- Conscientious – Shows good attention to detail, produces consistently accurate work.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) and Salesforce.
- Knowledgeable and proficient in use of social media for marketing, community-building and membership development (LinkedIn, Facebook, X).
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS
Associate’s degree with at least two years of experience in performing the job duties and responsibilities described above. Marketing experience a plus. Demonstrated ability to meet the personal attribute and skill requirements described above.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
- The Membership Development Manager position is an outstanding opportunity for a highly motivated individual who desires a role in a highly respected organization. The salary range is $65,000 to $90,000 and will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience.
- Annual performance and compensation reviews
- Annual Bonus Incentive program (when financial conditions permit)
- Medical, dental and vision insurance is 100% paid by the employer for the employee and 50% coverage for all dependents will be paid by the employer with the employee carrying the other 50%
- Long-term disability, short-term disability, and life insurance policy of up to one (1) times the employee’s annual salary.
- Paid time off (PTO) of 20 days per year for the first 4 years, then 25 days thereafter.
- Eleven (11) Paid Holidays.
- Employer sponsored 401(k) plan with an employer match of 12 percent.
- Professional development training allowance provided annually.
- Mobile Phone reimbursement up to $55.00 per month.
- Wellness stipend of $25.00 per month (certain qualifications must be met).
- Commuter stipend/work from home stipend provided monthly.
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit your resume and a cover letter as one pdf e-mail attachment with your last name and “Membership Development Manager” in the file name (i.e., LASTNAME_MDManager) to jgrubb@bayareacouncil.org. Applications will be accepted and reviewed until the position is filled.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Bay Area Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive work environment and to building a team that reflects the rich diversity of our community. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender differences or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. Answers to application questions will be used for applicable, job-related reasons only.
