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West Michigan Trails and Greenway Coalition seeks Executive Director

Application Deadline: February 20, 2008

Job Title: Executive Director, West Michigan Trails & Greenways Coalition

Geography: Grand Rapids, MI

Function: To implement the strategic goals and objectives of the organization with the president, enable the board to fulfill its governance function to give direction and leadership toward the achievement of the coalition's philosophy, mission, strategy, and its annual goals and objectives.

Founded in 2000, the West Michigan Trails and Greenway Coalition has been instrumental in the coordination and development of non-motorized trails throughout the area. The Coalition's crowning achievement was realized in 2006 with the completion of Phase 1 of our fundraising program and $6.4 million in contributions to fuel the next several years of trail development. For more information please visit our website at www.wmtrails.org.

The West Michigan Trails and Greenway Coalition is a 501-3C non-profit organization and an equal opportunity employer.

Please send a resume with references and letters of recommendation to:

Dennis Kneibel, P.O. Box 325, Comstock Park, MI 49321

If you have any questions call Dennis Kneibel at 616-791-2260.

Tentative Timetable:

*Resumes must be received by February 20, 2008.

*Board will review applicants March 12, 2008.

*First interviews begin the week of March 17, 2008.

*Second interviews begin the week of March 24, 2008.

*Executive Director selected on or about April 1, 2008.

*Executive Director start date is May 1, 2008.

Comp: $45,000 to $70,000

Reports to: Executive Board President

Major Functions/Accountabilities:

* Supports operations and administration of the board by advising and informing board members, interfacing between the board and staff, and supporting the board's evaluation of executive.

* Develops annual budget for board approval and manages the coalition's financial resources within budget guidelines and under the board's supervision

* Oversees fundraising planning and implementation, including identifying resource requirements, researching funding sources, establishing strategies to approach funders, submitting proposals and administrating fundraising records and documentation.

* Oversees design, marketing, promotion, delivery and quality of programs, products and services.

* Manages coalition community and public relations in a consistently presented, strong, positive manner to relevant stakeholders.

Required:

* BS/BA in business administration, marketing, public relations or similar degree

* 3-5 years experience in fund raising or related field

* Proficient in Microsoft Word, Powerpoint and Excel

* Ability to manage multiple priorities, with strong project management skills

* Experience developing presentations and pitching to all levels of management

* Highly motivated with "can do" attitude and strong time management skills

* Excellent interpersonal, communication (written and oral) and presentation skills

* Ability to effectively interact with all levels of donors

* Some travel and periodic weekend work

Preferred:

* Experience working with non-profit organizations

* Knowledge of trail and greenway trends in government

* Proficient in Microsoft Project software

* Understanding of charitable foundations and related tax laws

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