Job Description

The Executive Director serves as the CEO of the Maine Better Transportation Association and is responsible for overall stewardship of the organization, in partnership with and reporting to the Board of Directors. With responsibility for all program areas, this candidate will execute all areas of need for the organization including management in the following areas: fiscal, operational, program development, community relations, and board relations. 

WHO WE ARE

Maine Better Transportation Association (MBTA) was founded in 1939 as the Maine Good Roads Association. With a rich history of bringing diverse people together to improve transportation infrastructure in Maine, MBTA changed its name in 1983 to reflect its advocacy for funding infrastructure for all modes of transportation. Members include municipalities, businesses and individuals with common interests who share the goal of advocating for funding of a multimodal transportation network – air, roads, rail, port, transit, bicycle and pedestrian facilities – to serve communities and citizens throughout the state. The MBTA office is in Augusta, near the capitol building.

OUR MISSION

To improve the quality of life and enhance the economy for Maine citizens by advocating for a safe, efficient transportation infrastructure network.

OUR MEMBERS

MBTA members are the lifeblood of the organization. The Board of Directors is a committed group of leaders passionate about the mission, which they take seriously. They also believe in providing a safe, fun and inclusive environment where members can collaborate and be celebrated. In fact, one of the subgoals of the Strategic Plan is Collegiality and Fun.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Nonprofit professional/business association experience
• Successful fundraising and development experience
• Experience in financial management, creating and managing budgets
• Excellent communications skills, with an ability to communicate with strength, kindness and compassion
• Ability to build and retain relationships with key stakeholders
• Experience working in a political or legislative environment, governmental affairs
• Adept at volunteer management
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Bachelor's or advanced degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Law, Business or Nonprofit Management, or related field preferred

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary with attractive benefits package
• An engaged Board of Directors to support your growth and success
• A financially and administratively sound organization, starting from a position of strength, with a healthy balance sheet and revenue generation focus
• A diverse membership of people committed to the mission, and who care about their communities, and the association.
• A small but mighty staff to support the organization and team with passion.

Please submit a cover letter, resume and reference list to be considered. Applicants may send information to search@mbtaonline.org.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

search@mbtaonline.org

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