OUR VALUE PROMISE

ABC Greater Baltimore will CONNECT its members to opportunity; provide a COMPETITIVE advantage and PROTECT their interests.

JOB OVERVIEW

The President/CEO provides strategic and operational leadership to ensure that the mission, goals and objectives of the Chapter are achieved in an efficient and cost-effective manner. In collaboration with, and under the general vision set forth by the board of directors, provides hands-on management of all areas of the Chapter including membership value and development, employee relations and development, finance and accounting, internal and external communication, technology, and political, government and public relations. As the spokesperson and face of the Chapter, professionally represents the Chapter before both internal and external groups.

ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS: 

Board and Association Relations

• Plays the lead role in the implementation of the Chapter’s strategic plan with the staff. Monitors progress of the objectives delegated to key staff to ensure completion.
• Engages and communicates regularly with the Board of Directors to keep them apprised of progress toward established goals. Provides the board with sufficient internal, economic, legislative and industry updates as well as structure to enable them to make sound decisions for the Chapter.
• Researches, proposes and implements changes to policies, by-laws, and programs approved by the Board of Directors that will improve the financial or value position of the Chapter.
• Builds and maintains effective relationships with Chapter Officers, committees, task forces, etc.
• Faithfully executes the actions of the Board.
• Ensures the chapter adheres to the bylaws and policies of the national association, the chapter and the laws of the United States and the State of Maryland.
• Ensures the Board is well informed as to the state-of-the-organization and can articulate the opportunities and threats facing the organization.
• Attends and participates in Board meetings.
• Attends and participates in committees / meetings as appropriate.

Internal Relations

• Ensures the preparation of the annual budget by working alongside the Director of Finance, along with the Budget and Finance and Audit Committee and obtains approvals from the Board of Directors.
• Ensures the proper oversight of accounting practices, reconciliations and annual review / audit, by an outside contracted CPA by working alongside the Director of Finance, along with the Budget / Finance and Audit Committee
• Ensures and manages the process for the timely collection of membership dues.
• Leads the human resources function.
  • Recruits, hires, trains, engages, promotes, coaches, evaluates performances, develops and terminates staff in accordance with Chapter policies and all federal and state labor laws.
  • Evaluates current competencies and performance measures to develop an effective team.
  • Responsible for overseeing and budgeting for all compensation and benefits. Holds staff to high level of accountability.
  • Facilitates the professional growth of their team and looks for opportunities to find appropriate opportunities that will help the team grow professionally.
  • Ensures there is a system in place for enforcing and carrying out all policies and procedures as outlined in the HR policy manual.
• Champions an exceptional member service culture by providing staff with the training, technology, equipment, facilities, and support to provide cooperative and efficient solutions to members. Proposes recommendations for improvement or purchase to the Board and implements as appropriate; directs and oversees staff to carry out the strategies and action plans of the Strategic Plan as it relates to the initiatives in Workforce Development.
• Provides leadership and guidance to the workforce development staff to identify and meet the education and training needs of the membership.
• Ensures that the organization’s workforce development initiatives are well executed and comply with the state and federal laws and regulations that govern apprenticeship.
• Works with appropriate staff and members to ensure the development and successful execution of a diverse line-up of education and business development opportunities for member firms.
• Works with staff and committees to constantly review, update and enhance the member value proposition by ensuring the organization offers its members a rich and varied mix of products and services that are geared to provide them with a Competitive Edge.
• Directs and oversees the Membership Director to promote successful achievement of the membership goals.
• Ensures Membership staff executes the strategies and action plans of the Strategic Plan.

Member Relations

• Responsible for membership goals and retention by providing value and enhanced services to Chapter.
• Uses various mediums to communicate and drive the value proposition to membership.
• Reaches out to members to cultivate relationships that improve member satisfaction.
• Assist with the structure, design, scope and administration of membership surveys. Analyzes responses and formulates and communicated findings. 

External Relations

• Networks with, monitors and/or participates in other industry associations, commissions, professional networks, government agencies, legislative bodies, to monitor economic, government, industry and public and private sector activities. Maintains contact with personnel to educate and garner support for industry initiatives impacting Chapter and its members.

Research legislation, data and trends in the industry and interprets implication to members.

• As a merit shop advocate, has a solid understanding of the region’s current construction industry environment.
• Takes a lead role in construction industry advocacy issues.
• Participates in political campaigns, political action committees and fundraising.
• Acts as the chief spokesperson for the association.
• Develops and maintains relationships with the key public and private organizations that have the greatest relevance and impact on the industry and our membership.
• Acts as the thought-leader in developing a communications strategy and branding for our existing membership, the greater construction industry, key influencers and the general public.
• Works closely with the organization’s paid lobbyist, leadership, membership and the greater business community in developing and executing a strategy to help protect and advance the best interests and welfare of the membership and the commercial construction industry.
• Is well networked with those influencers who have the power to most impact our members (local and state elected and appointed officials or regulators)

Administration

• Proven experience in managing a budget and staff in a complex association and a demonstrated ability to both lead and build the capabilities of a diverse team.
• Manages the Chapter according to the by-laws, Chapter policies, applicable law, and best practices.
• Monitors and supervises all functions of staff. Is responsible for staff recruiting, hiring, evaluation, coaching, advising, salary administration, promotion, and termination.
• Financial Management including monthly reports to the board.
• Assures payment of dues and submission of reports to ABC National at appointed time.
• Budget preparation and monitoring, including development and implementation of Non- Dues Income.
• Monitors all committee activity through staff reports, constant communications with liaisons and periodic attendance at committee meetings.
• Maintains personnel and board policy manuals.
• Experience with nonprofit organizations, public and private funding sources, training and education institutions, various community stakeholders and other public decision-making bodies.
• Experience nurturing strategic local, state and federal government agencies and elected official relationships.

Qualifications & Experience

• Leadership experience: Has a track record of successfully leading teams and managing complex operations. Has a strong sense of urgency and situational awareness and exceptional interpersonal skills. Senior manager or executive in a non-profit or business organization with 7-10 years’ experience in association management is preferred.
• Passion for the mission: Must have a strong commitment to the organization’s mission and values, with a desire to make a positive impact on the community.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, including staff, volunteers, funders, community partners, board members and elected officials.
  • Experience working with Boards of Directors/Board Committees, managing Board relations and coordinating committee activities.
  • Ability to demonstrate and earn trust with board and staff; reflected to others as a visionary, balancing “big picture thinking” with attention to detail.
  • Experience in building consensus among disparate groups and volunteer leaders with varied and often competing interests.
• Managerial skills: Has experience in policy and program development and implementation, personnel management, organization analysis, and budget and finance management. Has strong organizational skills, high attention to detail to ensure accuracy, great problem solving and time management skills.
• Education: A Bachelor’s degree in business administration, nonprofit management, or related field equivalent.
• CAE designation strongly preferred.
• Financial Management: Demonstrated knowledge in financial management and the ability to communicate and present financial statements, forecasts and concepts to a variety of audiences.

About ABC Greater Baltimore

Founded in 1950, ABC is a national association with 67 chapters representing more than 24,000 merit shop construction and construction-related firms. ABC’s membership represents all specialties within the U.S. construction industry and is comprised primarily of firms that perform work in the industrial and commercial sectors of the industry. At ABC, we all share a primary purpose to advance the merit shop construction philosophy, which encourages open competition and a free enterprise approach that awards contracts based solely on merit, regardless of labor affiliation. In addition to this primary purpose, our objectives include leading the industry in safety and total human health, developing the workforce of the future, helping workers achieve their career dreams, building trust in the industry brand/image with the public, and being the expert construction industry go to resource. ABC Greater Baltimore members cover the entire spectrum of the construction team, from general contractors and construction managers, to architects and engineers to trade contractors of every conceivable specialty. OUR VALUE PROMISE ABC Greater Baltimore will CONNECT its members to opportunity; provide a COMPETITIVE advantage and PROTECT their interests

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