Executive Director, Mountain Biking Non-profit
Posted by Colorado Plateau Mountain Bike Trail Association on 05/04/2021
Job Basics
Industry Sector: Bike
Job Categories: Management - Executive
Company Type: Recreation
State: CO
City: Grand Junction, CO
Country: United States
Required Experience: 3 - 5 years
Contact Name: Tisha McCombs
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: 45-55,000 annually
Required to Relocate: No
Required to Travel: No
Employee May Telecommute: Yes
Job Seeker Must Live Within: 50+ miles
Job Description & Requirements
Position Description: Executive Director
Organizational Background: Founded in 1989, the Colorado Plateau Mountain Bike Trail Association (COPMOBA) is a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization dedicated to building, maintaining, and advocating for sustainable single-track trails and developmental features in the Colorado Plateau region of western Colorado. COPMOBA is governed by an appointed board of directors from local communities in western Colorado and is funded by individual and business membership fees, donations, and grants. The organization currently has four chapters that work with members and volunteers in cooperation with multiple Federal and State agencies, counties, and municipalities to build and maintain single-track trails in western Colorado. This work includes active participation and leadership with multiple Federal land management agencies and the State of Colorado.
From the humble beginnings of creating the Kokopelli, Tabeguache, and Paradox Trail system and the Lunch Loop trail network in Grand Junction, to more recent accomplishments such as the RAT Trails Network in Ridgway, and the soon to open Palisade Plunge Trail, COPMOBA has persistently worked to expand and improve the trail experience for all users through social rides and events, advocacy, and trail building. To fulfill this mission, the organization works to build community, advocate for trail access, and provide volunteer stewardship in close partnership with local land management agencies. In 2009, this history of work was recognized when COPMOBA was inducted into the Mountain Biking Hall of Fame, one of the first organizations recognized for its pioneering work and results in mountain bike trail advocacy.
COPMOBA is seeking a full-time Executive Director. This position manages the day to day operations of COPMOBA, allowing the Board of Directors to focus on strategic planning of the organization, and the individual chapters to focus on local trail building and maintenance. The Executive Director is the only paid position within COPMOBA, and this role serves as the main point of contact for all chapters, Board of Directors, and the general community.
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director ensures the execution of mission critical administrative, financial, and communications activities.
PRIMARY POSITION DUTIES AND GOALS
The Executive Director must be a problem solver with the ability to multitask and address time critical issues efficiently and effectively, within the following ongoing tasks:
v Administration
= Administer all day to day operations, including insurance, accounting, tax reporting, finances and general administration.
= Coordinate with and ensure payment for all paid contractors (bookkeeper, grant writer, trail building contractors, other contractors)
= Provide support to volunteers organizing events and attend events as necessary.
= Manage physical assets / merchandise such as t-shirts, event banners, signage, etc. (trailers & tools managed by each chapter)
= Attend all COPMOBA Board of Directors meetings.
= Administer all of COPMOBA’s internet presence and perform regular updates based on donors, events, and relevant news
= Understand company bylaws and general nonprofit organizational standards and operate within them at all times.
v Fundraising
= Maintain current relationships and secure new donations from individual donors and sponsors.
= Expand funding outreach methods and model, both independently and through work with Board Finance committee
= Assist the COPMOBA Treasurer in budget development.
= Identify and capitalize on new grant opportunities, possible foundation giving and national funding outreach concepts.
v Communications
= Implement all communication activities and strategies for newsletter publication, social media content creation and coordination with partner organizations
= Coordinate chapter level outreach for organizational consistency
= Coordinate with key volunteers and organizations on mutual needs and implement joint solutions.
= Develop and maintain a relationship with local media and news outlets.
= Create and implement a digital marketing strategy.
v Programs
= Provide Administrative support for COPMOBA programs / outreach efforts
o Secure permits and insurance for all programs
o Coordinate volunteer efforts in conjunction with all chapters
o Manage sign ups and refunds for events (Kokopelli Tour and others)
o Manage merchandise inventory at events and distribute items from online sales / coordinate with chapters on merchandise sales at events
= CULTURE: Create & maintain a culture of transparency and communication throughout the organization
v Strategic Planning
= Work with Board of Directors & Strategic Planning sub-committee on long range planning.
o Manage relationships around long term trails projects
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
= Passion, integrity, positive attitude, mission-driven, and a self-directed entrepreneurial spirit.
= Passion for and interest in mountain biking, outdoor recreation, conservation.
= Knowledge of and Track record of administrative, fundraising, and communications excellence.
= Experience managing and planning volunteer programs.
= Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience.
= Grant writing and administration experience.
= Excellence in organizational management with the ability to set and achieve strategic objectives and manage a budget.
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS
= Experience serving on or working with a non-profit board of directors.
= Experience with volunteer leadership development.
= Experience working with state and federal land management agencies, such as BLM, USFS, and Colorado Parks & Wildlife.
TERMS & REQUIREMENTS
= Full-time
= Base compensation $44k - $55k, commensurate with experience and non-profit industry standards.
= Periodic travel throughout western Colorado will be required (reimbursable).
= Remote position based within the Western Slope of Colorado region.
= Must be able to work some evenings and weekends.
Position reports to: COPMOBA Board of Directors, with Executive Committee as primary point of contact
Website: www.copmoba.org
To Apply: Send cover letter and resume to sbraven63@gmail.com by May 15, 2021