Executive Director Job Description

The Bainbridge Island Downtown Association (hereafter known as BIDA) is seeking candidates for the position of Executive Director. This is a full time position. Interviews will begin in February 2025 with the expectation of a start date in March 2025. Deadline for submission is February 15, 2025.

BIDA is a 501 (c)3 nonprofit as designated by the Internal Revenue Service, serving Bainbridge Island since 1992. BIDA provides public support by building community through a vibrant downtown. Bainbridge Island is certified as one of twelve Washington State Historic Downtowns, as designated by Washington’s Trust for Historic Preservation.

The Executive Director (ED) reports to the President of the Board of the Directors and is a non-voting member of the Executive Committee. The ED is responsible for all aspects of the Association’s administration, fundraising, Board relations, event production, partner relations and reporting and advocacy.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • General: Board of Directors management, development and leadership, organizing and leading monthly Board meetings. Assure compliance with bylaws, policies and procedures, confidentiality and ethics agreements.
  • Membership Management: Manage annual membership/partner campaigns and benefits, cultivate relationships with downtown businesses, provide support, onboard new members.
  • Awareness: Develop and conduct ongoing public awareness and education programs designed to enhance appreciation of downtown’s history and community assets. Help foster an understanding of BIDA’s goals and objectives using the Main Street Four Point approach. Assure adherence to the state and national Main Street America regulations.
  • Events: BIDA produces several community events each year. Experience in event production and management is important.
  • Financial: Develop and manage yearly budget. Produce monthly financial Board reports. Work with the Accountant to ensure accurate categorization, manage vendor relationships and on-time payments.
  • Office: BIDA relies on a dedicated volunteer board and a part-time Program Manager, who reports to the Executive Director.
  • Administrative: The ED is responsible for maintaining all aspects of the office including organization’s insurance and all city, state and national licenses, accreditation and filings, including annual tax returns. Develop and present project reports budgets, and key metrics. Maintain status as a recognized 501(c) 3 nonprofit.
  • Fundraising: ED is responsible for writing grants, proposals and presentations in order to fund the organization’s yearly budget. The ED is responsible for conforming to the requirements of the grants.
  • Marketing: Develop and execute the annual marketing strategy, identify advertising/promotion opportunities, and lead the production of programs such as the design, printing, and distribution of the annual Walkabout Guide.
  • Travel: The ED is required to attend at least three of the quarterly Washington Main Street conferences which are held in various state locations.
  • Digital Marketing: Maintain a vibrant, informative website geared to inform and promote stakeholders and partners. Develop and grow strong social media presence.
  • Volunteer Development: Monitor and develop volunteer pool. Organize and attend committee meetings.
  • Advocacy: Develop relationships with city, county, state and federal organizations. Engage with city and community organizations and stay actively involved in decision processes and partnerships that affect the downtown. Attend community meetings as appropriate and maintain a professional relationship with local organizations. Serve as spokesperson for the organization in local, regional, state and national political arenas.
  • Relations: Conduct effective annual partnership campaign. Hold quarterly partner meetings.
  • Streetscape: Actively participate in streetscape, sidewalk and wayfinding projects. Fund and coordinate downtown flower baskets. Maintain downtown kiosks, pole banners and other visual projects.

Qualifications:

  • Five years equivalent experience in business development, marketing, promotion, producing and managing events.
  • Nonprofit experience including Board development.
  • Knowledge of general accounting procedures and experience managing an annual budget.
  • Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Work environment:

  • The position is located on Bainbridge Island, Washington. Job will be primarily be carried out in an office setting with significant computer work. The Executive Director reports to the President of the Board of Directors.

Compensation:

  • The salary range is commensurate with experience.

How to apply:

  • Please email a resume or CV and cover letter to: jobs@bainbridgedowntown.org. All submissions will be reviewed. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. The Bainbridge Island Downtown Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer.