General Position Description: Manages and directs all activities as prescribed by the Board of Directors and the association bylaws. Working closely with the President and committee chairs, this position is responsible for ensuring that all aspects of Board and committee meetings and ongoing work run smoothly and are staffed effectively. The Executive Director works collaboratively with the Board and committee chairs to develop and oversee budgeting and financial operations as well as membership engagement and development efforts.

Essential Functions:

· This position is a leadership position, and the Executive Director must be able to adapt to other functions and situations as the organization evolves.

· Contribute to the development of the strategic plan and oversee the plans implementation. Translate organizational goals into action steps carried out by staff in the best possible manner.

· Serve as primary staff contact for the Board and committees and provide leadership as required. Strengthen the staff functional capabilities and performance, through formalized training and personal development efforts, and organizational development. The Executive Director has the responsibility for all hiring and termination decisions regarding the staff.

· Assure company is positioned to liaison with and influence key industry associations.

· Serve as chief spokesperson for the company and implement an overall integrated communications and public relations strategy within and outside the organization. Responsible for writing press releases, brochures, newsletters, and other materials for distribution to members and potential members.

· Coordinate technical resources of the company including the technical staff members.

· Lead the associations marketing and messaging efforts at a variety of industry trade shows and events, including the company’s Annual Conference, Concrete Executive Leadership Forum, regional events, and others.

· Represent the company at industry functions as needed and serves as liaison with key industry associations.

· Promote and develop membership growth and retention by communicating regularly with members to stay abreast of their needs and concerns, to provide relevant information affecting their business and support their operational and promotional needs through the association activities including education, committees, and direct member support programs.

· Keep the company’s best interests in mind as a top priority in all actions. Inspire confidence on the part of the members, volunteers, and staff by providing dependable, professional leadership and creating organizational sustainability.

· Build relationships with members, volunteers, and affiliates. Work effectively with a wide variety of personal styles and provide consistent, constructive leadership with all groups and individuals.

· Provide visionary leadership to the board designated member leaders and the association staff. Attract, motivate, and retain highly qualified personnel into the organization.

· Work collaboratively with volunteer leaders in the development and execution of the strategic plan.

· Understand and embrace the importance of diversity and generational differences incorporating them into the culture of the company.

Competencies:

· To be successful, the Executive Director shall demonstrate the following competencies:

· Develop leadership qualities in staff, to sustain a member centric culture with a focus on customer service and with a sense of urgency in addressing member needs.

· Serve as the primary advocate and spokesperson for the company.

· A demonstrated record of success leading as well as execution of a strategic plan.

· Well versed in understanding financial statements and forecasting of financial data for the Association.

· Understands how a trade association can successfully create opportunities for our industry and value for our members.

· Excellent communication skills to convey messages concisely and with clarity.

· Maintain Basic knowledge of construction trades.

Personal Attributes, Skills, and Abilities

Required skills and abilities include interact well with members and be a mentor/leader for staff. Exhibit charisma and a professional demeanor and presence with other organizations thereby giving a professional appearance of the company. Understand basic business and management principles including strategic planning, leadership and management of personnel, general accounting for budget implementation, and customer (member) satisfaction.