Executive Director

PART TIME POSITION FOR AN EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

TITLE: Executive Director of the Queens Chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA Queens ED)

About the Executive Director Position:

The Queens Chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) is a 501(c)(6) non-profit professional organization seeking an Executive Director (ED). The ED is a part-time consultant position with significant potential for growth. The position requires a self-motivated individual with good organizational, management, communication, marketing, and community/governmental relations skills. The ED is responsible for overseeing the administration, programs and strategic plan of the organization. Other key duties include fundraising, marketing, and community outreach.

The ED position serves and represents the Chapter in a professional and public capacity. The ED will be a contract consultant of AIA Queens, who will report to the President and act on behalf of the Chapter through the Board of Directors in administering Chapter affairs within the provisions of the Chapter Bylaws and the Articles of Incorporation.

This person should be a highly motivated, engaged, and dynamic individual with an interest in architecture and design to inspire AIA Queens in pursuing its mission of promoting the architectural profession through the strength and participation of its 350 members. The ED works with the board to execute the strategic initiatives of advocacy, communication, and education for the organization. The ED often serves as the first point of contact with the public for the profession and should represent the organization with professionalism and enthusiasm.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Board Governance
• Financial Performance and Viability
• Marketing & Communications
• Advocacy
• Organization Operations
• Engagement/Outreach/Membership

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Relevant bachelor's degree or higher education with a minimum of 3 years of experience in strategic planning, fundraising, and marketing. Experience with non-profit organization or association management is preferred.
• Excellent writing and communication skills with a respectful and collaborative approach to fostering relationships with members, industry professionals, community leaders, and board members.
• Demonstrated success in maintaining continuity across a volunteer-membership environment with a rotating leadership structure.
• Proven record of fundraising success with individual and corporate sponsors through unique partnerships and experience managing special events.
• Basic understanding of the AIA, the architectural, design, and construction professions, and the role of architects in the public realm.
• A strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Design and marketing backgrounds are strongly preferred. Experience with social media marketing and knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite or other Design Software, Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Drive, and familiarity with Eventbrite, PayPal, Zoom, Dropbox, Mailchimp and Intuit QuickBooks.
• Administrative operations experience, including financial management and board relations.
• Strong public speaking skills.
• Currently living in the New York City area.

LOCAL PLACE OF BUSINESS:

This is a hybrid position to support a flexible workplace environment with cloud-based computing. The chapter will provide a laptop.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

AIA Queens provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

COMPENSATION:

The position anticipates an average of 25 hours of work per week at an hourly rate of $40.00, primarily during business hours, with some evening/weekend hours for meetings, events, and conferences. Some travel is required.

The Board anticipates the payment for services would range within $48K annually.

HOW TO APPLY / CONTACT

Send a cover letter and resume detailing measurable success in the key qualifications for the position to: aiaqueenschapter@gmail.com.

No phone calls, please. All candidates will be notified via email as to the status of their application.

TIMELINE:

Applications accepted through April 24, 2023

Interviews to occur during the week of May 1st, 2023

Anticipated start date: 5/30/23

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $48,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bayside, NY 11361: Reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Bayside, NY 11361

Salary : $48,000 - $-1