Executive Director Minnesota Asphalt Pavement Association

The Minnesota Asphalt Pavement Association (MAPA) is searching for a dedicated leader to serve as Executive Director of the association. The Executive Director serves as the chief executive officer of the Association and is responsible for the overall leadership strategic direction and daily operations of the organization. This position works closely with the Board of Directors Executive Committee staff members and industry stakeholders to advance the Associations mission support member needs and ensure the long-term success and sustainability of the organization. If you are a dedicated leader who enjoys working in a collaborative mission-driven environment we encourage you to apply. This is a unique opportunity to lead a respected industry association while making a meaningful impact on the asphalt pavement industry throughout Minnesota and the region.

Roles and Responsibilities

Leadership and Governance

• Provide strategic leadership and overall management of the Association in alignment with its mission strategic plan and Board priorities
• Serve as the primary advisor to the Board of Directors Executive Committee and President providing regular updates recommendations and organizational guidance
• Support Board governance activities strategic planning and policy development

Financial and Operational Management

• Develop and manage the Associations budget financial reporting contracts and operational resources
• Oversee office operations technology vendor relationships and other business functions to ensure efficient operations

Staff Leadership

• Hire supervise and develop staff establishing priorities and ensuring alignment with organizational goals
• Foster a collaborative accountable and high-performing work environment

Membership and Industry Relations

• Build and maintain strong relationships with members industry partners agencies and other stakeholders
• Identify member needs and ensure delivery of relevant programs services and communications

Programs Advocacy and Industry Engagement

• Oversee educational programming member services industry initiatives and promotional activities
• Monitor legislative regulatory and industry developments representing the Association in advocacy and external relations efforts
• Participate in local regional and national committees organizations and professional activities that support the Associations mission

Qualification and Education

• Bachelors degree in business administration engineering association management public policy or a related field preferred
• Minimum 5 years of leadership or executive management experience
• Experience with staff management strategic planning and stakeholder engagement
• Strong leadership organizational and strategic planning skills
• Excellent written verbal and interpersonal communication abilities
• Ability to build relationships with members board leaders legislators agencies and industry partners
• Financial management and budgeting experience
• Ability to analyze complex industry issues and recommend solutions
• Strong public speaking and presentation skills

Preferred Knowledge and Skills

• Expertise in road construction industry and construction materials preferred
• Experience in trade associations nonprofit leadership construction engineering transportation or related industries preferred
• A desire to coach and develop team members through career enhancement activities
• A consultative mindset and approach to client service
• An eye toward continuous improvement
• Flexible patient positive and calm working demeanor
• Working knowledge of content management systems (i.e. YourMembership)
• Working knowledge of project management systems (i.e. Asana)

Working Conditions and Environment

• Travel is required
• Primarily a general office environment but onsite hosting of events and conferences is required
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends as events require
• Ability to lift and carry items for an event; items generally weigh less than 50 lbs

Compensation: The pay range for this position is $125000 to $175000 depending on experience. MAPA offers a generous benefits package including health care paid time off SEP IRA and other benefits.

If youre a strategic relationship-driven leader who thrives on building consensus among boards members and industry partners wed love to hear from you. This is an opportunity to shape the future of a growing industry association at a pivotal time for Minnesotas asphalt pavement sector. Learn more about MAPA at look forward to reviewing your application!

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