Executive Director Role

Posted by Utah Outdoor Association on 08/03/2021

Job Basics

Industry Sector: Outdoor

Job Categories: Management, Management - Executive

Company Type: HardGoods/Equipment

State: UT

City: Salt Lake City

Country:

Required Experience:

Job Type: Full Time

Salary:

Required to Relocate: Yes

Required to Travel:

Employee May Telecommute: Yes

Job Seeker Must Live Within: Telecommute

Job Description & Requirements

Seeking an experienced Executive Director (part or full time) for the non-profit Utah Outdoor Association (UOA), to oversee all operations, functions and activities. You will be responsible for implementing the strategic direction and vision, as an integral part of the outdoor industry in Utah, which contributes more than $6.4 billion to the economy, employs more than 83,000 people, and is the primary driver behind the tourism industry. As an organization, we want to increase representation of all races, genders, and body types in the outdoor industry and are committed to building diverse and inclusive teams. We encourage everyone – especially those from marginalized groups – to apply and let us know how you can help us evolve as an organization that supports Utah’s outdoor industry and access for all.

Responsibilities

- Implement strategies that promote the organization’s mission and “voice” with members, industry and academic partners, and prospective allies

- Drive success reaching our key goals: 1) talent development and acquisition for the Utah outdoor industry, 2) facilitate rich best practice knowledge forums and networking channels, 3) identify and connect Utah outdoor industry with Federal and State resources 

- Motivate and organize the effort of our team of volunteers 

- Direct fundraising efforts for the organization to ensure ongoing viability 

- Oversee the organization’s budget and overall finances 

- Create and execute on business plans set by the board of directors  

About Utah Outdoor Association

At the Utah Outdoor Association, we hold two simple beliefs. First, that there is no better place in the U.S. with great accessibility and diversity to explore the outdoors than Utah. And second, that when the outdoor industry works together and supports each other, business is better for everyone.

Inclusivity - The outdoors are for everyone. Period. We preach acceptance and inclusion of people from every walk of life.