The Bicycle Coalition of Maine (BCM) has commenced a search for its next Executive Director. The Executive Director (ED) will be responsible for the overall management of the organization, including the Coalition’s brand and reputation, programs, finances, fundraising, human resources, and day-to-day management and operations. In partnership with the Board of Directors, the ED will provide oversight and steward the organization’s strategic direction. The Executive Director will ensure a highly skilled staff carry out the mission and vision of the organization.
The Bicycle Coalition of Maine works to make Maine a better and safer place to bike, walk, and roll. Founded in 1992, the Coalition has grown into the leading bicycle and pedestrian advocacy group in the state. The Coalition believes all Mainers should have access to bikes and bike education, and we envision a future where Maine’s roads, public ways, and trails are safe and accessible, resulting in sustainable travel options, improved health, and stronger economic benefits for Maine communities. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, BCM has some 15,000 members and supporters, and offers programming in all of Maine’s 16 counties. Members include individuals and families, businesses, bike shops, and partner organizations.
The Coalition is the only statewide organization advocating and providing education about biking and walking in Maine. It is proud of its history and is excited to seize opportunities and explore that future. The heart of the Coalition centers around education and advocacy. As the bicycle and pedestrian landscape has evolved with state and local policy, the organization has increased efforts to carry out its mission. Since 2016, the Coalition has seen ridership expand to include mountain biking and gravel riding as well as embrace the use of e-bikes. Across the country, a post-pandemic society has led to increased ridership yet lower engagement at bike-centered events. The Coalition has also been a key voice in highlighting active transportation as a component of Maine’s statewide climate plan.
Guided by its founding mission, vision, and values, the Coalition will continue to grow education programming, advocate for increased bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure across Maine, encourage use of active transportation modalities, and increase membership to the organization. Fair access to built infrastructure is critically important to Coalition members. The Coalition is poised to broaden the demographic of members and non-members, including younger people, families, diverse groups of bicyclists, and underserved demographic populations. The Executive Director will play an important role in helping reach those constituents.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
The Executive Director, working with and reporting to the Board of Directors, is accountable for the development and implementation of the mission and strategic plan for the Bicycle Coalition of Maine. This person will operate the organization in a manner consistent with its mission, vision and values through skilled management and delegation. In addition, the ED is accountable for the development and implementation of effective organizational, operational, financial, and fund development plans and processes; community and membership building; and ensuring a highly skilled staff carry out the mission and vision of the organization. Within specific areas of the role, this person will:
Development, Fundraising, and Membership
Organizational Management and Staff Development
Financial Management
Marketing and Communications
Board Relations
PREFERRED COMPETENCIES AND QUALIFICATIONS
The Coalition’s next Executive Director will have:
If a candidate is excited about this role and feels they can contribute to the Coalition, but their experience does not exactly align with every qualification listed above, the Board of Directors encourages them to apply. The Coalition will consider candidates with a broad range of backgrounds.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
The salary for this position is $70,000-85,000 annually, plus benefits. This is a full-time, salaried, exempt position.
LOCATION
BCM’s offices are located in Portland, Maine. The organization will consider a hybrid position in which the Executive Director is in the office one to three days per week, which is negotiable after at least three months of employment.
REPORTING HIERARCHY
The ED will oversee and guide seven full- and part-time staff members, three of which are direct reports. The ED will report to the Board of Directors. The Bicycle Coalition of Maine is led by a mature governing Board of Directors of 18 members. The board represents a wide range of professions, career stages, and experience in biking, walking, and rolling. The current board has expertise in essential areas of finance, HR, governance, and marketing. The full board meets six times throughout the year (including a board/staff retreat). Directors serve for up to three three-year terms, with most completing nine years of service. Officers serve in two-year terms. Candidates can learn more about the Coalition’s current board here.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
All applications must be accompanied by a cover letter and résumé. Cover letters should be responsive to the mission of the Bicycle Coalition of Maine and the responsibilities and qualifications specified in the job description. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue on a rolling basis until a candidate has been selected.
To apply for this position, please email a cover letter and résumé to jobs@bikemaine.org.
To nominate a candidate, please contact the Board President at president@bikemaine.org.
The Bicycle Coalition of Maine (BCM) has commenced a search for its next Executive Director. The Executive Director (ED) will be responsible for the overall management of the organization, including the Coalition’s brand and reputation, programs, finances, fundraising, human resources, and day-to-day management and operations. In partnership with the Board of Directors, the ED will provide oversight and steward the organization’s strategic direction. The Executive Director will ensure a highly skilled staff carry out the mission and vision of the organization.
The Bicycle Coalition of Maine works to make Maine a better and safer place to bike, walk, and roll. Founded in 1992, the Coalition has grown into the leading bicycle and pedestrian advocacy group in the state. The Coalition believes all Mainers should have access to bikes and bike education, and we envision a future where Maine’s roads, public ways, and trails are safe and accessible, resulting in…
All applications must be accompanied by a cover letter and résumé. Cover letters should be responsive to the mission of the Bicycle Coalition of Maine and the responsibilities and qualifications specified in the job description. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue on a rolling basis until a candidate has been selected.
To apply for this position, please email a cover letter and résumé to jobs@bikemaine.org.
To nominate a candidate, please contact the Board President at president@bikemaine.org.
All applications must be accompanied by a cover letter and résumé. Cover letters should be responsive to the mission of the Bicycle Coalition of Maine and the responsibilities…