Job Description

 

Job Summary

The Executive Director

• Is responsible for providing the leadership and direction necessary for the successful management of APANM consistent with the by-laws, and goals as set by the Board of Directors.

• Is responsible for developing and managing new initiatives as well as enhancing, strengthening and managing existing programs and events.

• Is responsible for developing and maintaining external relationships and ensuring that APANM has effective communications and public education programs.

• Is responsible for marketing and promotion of asphalt pavements.

• Is responsible for the management of APANM’s financial operations and assets.

 

Key Duties, Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

Leadership

The Executive Director is the key organizational leader, and in this role, will:

• Identify and develop priorities in conjunction with the Board of Directors.

• Serve as a resource to the Board in developing and implementing strategies and policies consistent with the mission of the association.

• Encourage positive relationships between the members, NMDOT leadership, local government leaders and the public through effective communications.

• Promote and support technical education for members and customers.

• Help organize and plan the annual UNM paving conference.

 

Financial Management

The Executive Director is responsible for sound financial management and control, tax filings and submission of other required reports in accordance with all laws and regulations that govern non-profit trade associations.

The Executive Director is responsible for the preparation of the annual budget and related forecasting of association revenue and expenses.Board Support, Administration and Governance

• Develop and implement administrative plans in collaboration with the Board.

• Recommend and develop relevant policies and implement all policies and procedures.

• Ensure the agenda and supporting materials for Board meetings are provided to Board members prior to the meetings.

• Schedule and attend Board meetings.

• Communicate with the Board of Directors in a concise, clear, comprehensive manner, to ensure that the Board has adequate information to carry out effective decision making.

• Participate in meetings of the Board’s standing committees as required.

Communication and Public Relations

The Executive Director works in collaboration with the Board of Directors to deliver an effective communications and public relations program.

The Executive Director will:

• Act as the organization’s primary spokesperson on all technical and policy matters.

• Represent APANM at relevant industry events.

• Maintain a positive image and relationship with local, state and federal agencies and their representatives.

• Strategically promote APANM’s mission and increase public awareness of APANM and its services.

• Establish working relationships with the leadership of Federal, State and local governments to foster open communication at all levels with the goal of effectively promoting the asphalt paving industry.

• Initiate and/or supervise updating of informational and promotional materials.

• Interact with other state and national asphalt industry associations to ensure that APANM is knowledgeable on current and emerging issues that may affect the industry.Qualifications

 

A minimum of five (5) years’ experience working in a similar or related position. Knowledge of the asphalt paving industry and asphalt pavements is preferred. Understanding of state and local government operations is required. Experience in marketing and sales to executive level decision makers is desirable.

Excellent public speaking and written communications skills required. Experience in association management a plus.

A minimum of a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: On the road

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