The Bay Area Bicycle Coalition (BABC) seeks to hire a full-time
Executive Director
Submit your application by July 25 for consideration for the first
round of interviews
Salary: In the range of $50,000 to $60,000 per year. Starting salary
will be determined based upon the skills and experience of the
selected applicant.
Benefits: Health insurance, paid holidays & vacation.
To Apply: Please send as one PDF file to the following two email addresses:
1) a cover letter (two pages max) describing your background and
interest in this position
2) a copy of your resume, and
3) three writing samples:
Send to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] & [EMAIL PROTECTED]
All applications received will be confirmed through a reply email.
The position will be open until filled. BABC expects to begin
interviews at the end of July or early August. We are seeking a
September start date.
About BABC: The Bay Area Bicycle Coalition Board of Directors is
composed of representatives from the local bicycle advocacy coalitions
in the San Francisco Bay Area. BABC represents the local bicycle
advocacy coalitions on issues of regional or statewide significance.
Key issues and projects include:
· Working with government agencies, such as the Metropolitan
Transportation Commission, Caltrans, cities, counties, and transit
agencies to develop improved bicycle policies and facilities
· Improving bicycle access to transit systems throughout the Bay Area
· Securing direct bicycle access on all trans-Bay bridges
* Promoting cycling via public information, education, and advocacy
* Coordinating the regional Bike to Work Day promotional event
Executive Director Position
The ED will work under the direction of, and in cooperation with, the
Board of Directors.
Job Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
In conjunction with the BABC Advocacy Committee, implement the BABC
advocacy program to promote and enhance cycling in the Bay Area.
Activities include: attending meetings associated with the
Metropolitan Transportation Commission and other regional agencies,
evaluating state legislation, analyzing reports, preparing policy
positions, writing letters, providing oral and written comments to
public agencies, meeting with agency staff and public officials,
preparing "action alerts" to local coalitions, etc.
Coordinate implementation of the annual regional Bike to Work Day
promotional event in conjunction with the Metropolitan Transportation
Commission and regional stakeholders
Supervise seasonal Bike to Work Day assistant (and any other BABC
employees or contractors)
Solicit and secure funding, donations, grants; establish a major donors program
Maintain and enhance relationships with public agencies, such as
Metropolitan Transportation Commission, Caltrans, and transit agencies
Work with BABC Board and consultant to develop BABC's three-year
Strategic Plan, and then on implementation of the plan
Strengthen ties with groups such as cycling clubs, bicycle industry,
bicycle advocacy groups in the Bay Area and beyond, the Transportation
and Land Use Coalition, pedestrian advocacy groups, and other
potential allies
Prepare news releases and newsletter items for distribution to local
bicycle coalitions and Bay Area print, radio and television media
Administer grants and contracts
Help prepare BABC budget, coordinate with BABC treasurer
Maintain and improve BABC website
Serve as a contact to the media
Serve as the liaison to the BABC Board of Directors, and prepare
agendas and reports for Board meetings
Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:
BABC seeks applicants with experience and training in the following areas:
* Bicycle advocacy (or related advocacy experience)
* Organizing and coordinating promotional events
* Organizational development
* Fund-raising
* Grant-writing, grant administration, and contract administration
* Working with Boards of Directors (or similar governing boards)
* Public outreach and public speaking
* Strong writing and communication skills
* Website design and maintenance
* Ability to work with a wide range of groups and stakeholders
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