Executive Director

Executive Director / Confidential Client / Portland, Maine

Our confidential client is seeking an Executive Director to lead the start-up of a new 501(c)(6) organization focused on strengthening Maine’s workforce development efforts in support of one of the state’s largest manufacturing sectors. The position will be based in the Portland, Maine area.

As its first leader, the executive director will work closely with the Board of Directors to determine the initial structure and focus of the organization, and then develop longer-term plans and secure funding sources to ensure long-term organization sustainability.

The role requires a visionary leader who will thrive in all facets of a start-up environment, from developing strategic plans to managing day-to-day tasks as they are building the organization.  

• Strategic and Operational Management
• Board Development and Management
• Development and Grant Management/Compliance
• Public Relations, Communication, and Marketing
• Organization Development and Staff Management
• Financial and Budget Management
• Organization Infrastructure Development and Management

• The position will require a driven, politically savvy executive whose leadership style is built on transparency, trust, and authenticity.
• The role will also require a leader who can successfully work with stakeholders (manufacturing industry, education, government) with varied and sometimes competing interests and perspectives to ensure that the organization’s mission and goals are accomplished, and that stakeholders remained engaged, focused on long-term objectives, and understand the value of their contributions.

• Competitive compensation range starting at $180k; offer commensurate with experience.
• Health Insurance
• PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Retirement Plan with Employer Contribution
• Relocation Assistance 

Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, familial status, domestic violence status, or any other status protected by law.