SmithBucklin Careers Junior Membership Associate Technology Chicago, IL Description SmithBucklin, the leading Association Management Company (AMC), is looking for a Junior Membership Associate to join our Technology Industry Practice in Chicago. Our Technology unit partners with full-service client organizations or standalone technology user groups to define success and growth targets for their organizations. We build strong governance practices, develop strategic plans and operational excellence targets, improve on financial practices and ultimately grow the client organizations we serve. The Junior Membership Associate plays an integral role in supporting and guiding the nonprofit volunteers, members and committees from our client organizations. This particular role will have a heavy focus on membership recruitment and retention for one of our client organizations. What You Will Do * Maintain first-rate customer service as the front-line contact to association clients, volunteers and members * Maintain the membership database and create/run various reports * Perform membership outreach, focusing on recruitment and retention events * Assist with on-site registration at client events as needed * Support the processing of membership dues and other related invoices * Update the website, as needed, with new information on membership programs, benefits, etc. * Draft a variety of membership communications, to include newsletters, press releases, etc. * Identify creative ways to communicate association benefits to prospective members and be knowledgeable about all client programs and services * Work with the Association Executive and Board of Directors to determine new ways to effectively grow membership * Provide analysis and consultation on existing membership materials and resources This Role Might Be for You If * You have a demonstrated history of handling multiple tasks simultaneously and the ability to prioritize a heavy workload * You possess excellent written and verbal communications skills * You exhibit a strong customer service orientation, including the demonstrated ability to tailor communication to various audiences * You have the ability to travel up to 5% Basic Qualifications * Bachelors degree from an accredited four-year institution * 1-3 years of relevant professional experience Preferred Qualifications * Experience in a nonprofit or agency environment is preferred * Previous experience in budget management and forecasting is a plus * Database management experience (iMIS preferred) is a plus * Proficiency with basic computer programming, including the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Where Do You Fit? Whether you are just beginning your career or are a mid- or senior-level professional, working at SmithBucklin will offer you countless opportunities to develop transferrable skills, acquire meaningful knowledge and gain rich experiences at an accelerated pace. By working collaboratively with smart, ambitious, multi-talented, genuine and hardworking colleagues, you will build meaningful, deep and enduring relationships that will serve you well throughout your career, regardless of your chosen path. In addition, as a 100 percent employee-owned company, SmithBucklin offers all of our people regardless of position or compensation an equal chance to experience the fulfillment and reap the benefits of ownership. As owners, our employees control the destiny of SmithBucklin and are unified in the goal of building a great, enduring company. Equal Employment Opportunity At SmithBucklin, Equal Employment Opportunity is our commitment and goal. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other protected status designated by federal, state or local law. Applicants are encouraged to confidentially self-identify when applying. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a reference and background investigation based on position.