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Grand Street Business Improvement District Seeks Executive Director

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The Executive Director is responsible for the administration, financial management and day to day activities of the BID. The Executive Director will report to the Board of Directors.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Oversee the administration of the organization, ensuring compliance with by-laws, the New York State not-for-profit laws, BID policies and procedures, and its contract with New York City Department of Small Business Services.

• Supervise a staff member and administer benefits and payroll.

• Manage and oversee the work of vendors and subcontractors.

• Manage and oversee contracts and grants.

• Cultivate and maintain relationships with businesses, property owners, residents, elected officials, community leaders and partners. Actively engage members to gain maximum participation in activities.

• Plan, coordinate and execute events and promotions.

• Advocate for businesses and provide resources.

• Manage all communication, act at the BID’s liaison with city agencies, community partners, and the press/media as well as maintain the BID’s website and presence on social media.

• Schedule, manage, and coordinate meetings of the Board, Executive and other committees.

Qualification and Education Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in business or public administration, marketing, city planning, or similar area. Master’s degree preferred.
  • Minimum of three to five years of experience working in some combination in the following areas: government, nonprofit management, public policy, economic development, business assistance, retail management or urban planning.
  • Substantial administrative, grant and contract management experience. Fundraising experience a plus.
  • Experience with non-profit financial management including budgets.
  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational and management skills.
  • Outgoing and friendly personality with the ability to communicate with a wide variety of stakeholders.
  • Experience planning, coordinating, and leading events, including the supervision of vendors and volunteers.
  • Experience using MS Office Suite and Quickbooks.
  • Strong writing skills.

How to Apply

To apply, please email a cover letter and resume before February 13, 2017 toahavan@grandstreetbk.org.

No phone calls, please. Only qualified applicants will be contacted for this position.

Application deadline February 13, 2017