Chamber May Be Without Executive Director for a Few Months, Following Jung's Resignation

may go without an executive director for a while, in the wake of Craig Jung's resignation this month, according to Board President Jason DeLeo.

"We'll probably fill the position but not right away," he told Patch on Friday night. "We haven't even discussed it yet. We haven't had a board meeting yet where we could discuss it."

Jung told Patch that his last day was Oct. 18.

"I just got burned out," he said. "It was time. I was tired of all the long days and six-day weeks."

Jung said he discussed his possible resignation with chamber members, then he gave DeLeo a "one-sentence letter."

He declined to specify how much notice he had given the board.

DeLeo said he was not at liberty to discuss personnel issues so he couldn't comment on whether Jung's resignation came as a surprise.

He did offer his personal thoughts on Jung's performance.

"I can't speak for the whole board but I can say that Craig had a good work ethic. I think he did great at the tasks he undertook."

Jung, 65, said he was executive director of the chamber for 2 1/2 years. His other work experience includes healthcare plant services. He told Patch that he may seek consulting work in that field.

"I have some feelers out," he said.

"You'll still see me around town. I'll still volunteer. I'm a member of the . You'll see me at events like the and the ."

Jung has been a Ramona resident for nearly 22 years.

Patch asked DeLeo what he would look for in the next executive director.

"Oh, a lot of things. This job requires so many skills. You have to be personable because you're out there working with the community. I'd be looking for someone with some charisma, a real go-getter."

He said that, in the meantime, Holly Romo and Barbara Worden will keep the operation going from the front office.

"They do a good job," he said.