Organization: MMA Service Corporation

Location: Lansing, MI

Pay range:  $40,000-$48,000

Schedule: 35-hour workweek with flexible core hours

Organizational Background:

MMA Service Corporation, headquartered in Lansing, MI, is the for-profit subsidiary of the Michigan Manufacturers Association (MMA) who has been serving manufacturers for more than 100 years, providing effective representation at Michigan’s Capitol; timely educational seminars; quality, competitive-rate insurance programs; and many more services.

Qualifications:

Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Business or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in government affairs and knowledge of the political process is preferred, along with database and word processing experience. Proven strong writing, editing, and communication skills are required. Association, insurance or financial background is preferred. Supervisory experience is necessary.

Position Description:

The Director of Communications & Education reports to the Chief Operating Officer and manages legislative communications and strategies, media relations, electronic publications and website, and seminars and events and serves as the Press Secretary to the Chief Executive Officer. This position also develops and oversees seminar and event budgets, writes speeches, and responds to inquiries from members, other organizations, and the general public. Other responsibilities include working with contracted service providers such as PR firms and photographers during event coordination. This position manages three direct reports and is responsible for generating communication pieces, publications, and website content.

A detailed job description will be provided at onsite interview.

To Apply:  

To receive full consideration, qualified candidates must submit a letter of interest including salary requirements and an up-to-date resume by September 19, 2008.  Please indicate in your cover letter from what source you learned of this position. You must reference the position title for full consideration. Strong candidates will be contacted by telephone for additional information and a possible on-site interview. Credentials will be accepted until the position is filled.

Send credentials to:

Ms. Kathy Tungate
Director, Executive Search &

     Human Capital Consulting

Hiring Solutions LLC
2104 Jolly Road, Suite 200
Okemos, MI 48864
Fax:  (517) 347-1243
Email:  apply-dir@hiringsolutionsinc.com