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Ohio bike/walk group seeks Executive Director

Deadline for applications: February 15, 2008

Consider Biking is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization working toward a bicycle and pedestrian friendly central Ohio community. We promote bicycling and walking as healthy alternatives that promote community well-being and preserve the environment. We are looking for a Full Time Executive Director.

The Central Ohio Bicycle Advocacy Coalition (COBAC) merged in December, 2007 with Consider Biking, a new local commuter cycling organization. The merger brings the energy of the many Consider Biking participants to bear on the major education and advocacy initiatives with which COBAC has experience, expertise, and success. The new organization will continue to use the Consider Biking name. You can view our revised mission, vision, and values here: http://www.considerbiking.org/site/about.php.

The Executive Director is responsible for implementing the vision of the organization as defined by the Board of Directors. This includes managing the overall affairs of Consider Biking, including the implementation of projects, programs, policies and procedures to meet the objectives of Consider Biking' s strategic vision. Advocacy

Assist and lead members, committees and communities in

advocating at the local, regional, state and national level for safe and improved bicycling opportunities.

Develop and coordinate advocacy campaigns.

Develop coordination with a diversity of organizations and local officials involved in bicycling, health and sustainable transportation, including the development of and leadership in strategic coalitions and campaigns to improve cycling and create more livable communities in the twelve counties that define Central Ohio.

Education

development and implementation of a comprehensive Bike Education program, to include both adult and child- appropriate curriculum.

Recruit and coordinate trainings as necessary to maintain a qualified pool of bicycle skill and safety educators.

Support and promote local LCIs participating in the program by providing coordination and advertising of classes, as well as making equipment and teaching materials available.

Develop marketing and funding strategies for the continued success of the program.

Serve as an expert on bicycle safety education programs and work with local governments and not-for-profit organizations to develop such programs throughout Central Ohio

Serve as a resource to Central Ohio Safe Routes to School Programs

Encourage Safe Routes to Schools applications from Central Ohio to ODOT and other funding sources

Public and Governmental Relations

Serve as primary contact for information and communication.

Act as Consider Biking spokesperson on local, state, regional and national bike issues.

Develop appropriate partnerships with similar organizations to achieve common objectives.

Financial Management

Ensure sufficient financial resources through a variety of funding sources linked to Consider Biking programs, projects and mission.

Participate in the identification, cultivation, and solicitation and stewardship of donors.

Pursue corporate sponsorships for operations and/or projects, as appropriate.

Pursue grant and government contract opportunities.

Working with the administrative assistant, forecast financial needs of Consider Biking using cash flow, project and program budgets, annual budgets, and long term strategic planning.

Supervise the preparation of Consider Biking monthly financial reports and budget analysis with the treasurer and deliver them with projections of financial status to the Board in a timely fashion.

Negotiate and manage grants and contracts.

Administration

Recruit, direct, and supervise all staff, contractors, and volunteers.

Promote broad participation by volunteers in all areas of the Coalition's work.

Manage office.

Professional Skill Development

Stay informed of current issues by participating in professional local, state and national conferences, workshops and independent study pertaining to current bicycle issues. Board Relations

Implement all programs within the parameters of the annual budget.

Serve as the staff contact to the Board of Directors.

Coordinate Board meeting agendas with the President.

Keeps the Board of Directors informed of significant issues or events effecting the organization in a timely manner.

Salary: Commensurate with experience and skills, up to $45,000 per year with no benefits.

Closing: Applications must be received electronically by February 15, 2008.

Inquires: Please send a cover letter with resume and three current references electronically to: Meredith Joy, President at: meredith.a.joy@gmail.com.

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