Executive Director
BYEP Executive Director Job Description
The Executive Director is the management leader at Big Sky Youth Empowerment (BYEP) and is responsible for the following
roles:
Administration
The Executive Director has overall responsibility for the day-to-day operations of BYEP. S/he works with staff to develop,
maintain, and use systems and resources that facilitate the effective operation of BYEP.
Fundraising
The Executive Director, in partnership with the board and development staff, is responsible for implementing fundraising systems
and strategies that enable BYEP to meet its financial development goals and carry out its programs and operations. S/he should
have an understanding of donor segmentation and database (Salesforce) management.
Communications & Public Relations
The Executive Director serves as a primary spokesperson and public face for BYEP. This role has three major components:
effectively promoting BYEP, advocating for the mission and work of BYEP, and building relationships with constituent or
stakeholder groups critical to the success of BYEP.
Planning
Preparing for the future is one of the most critical leadership responsibilities of the Executive Director. Working with the board and
staff, s/he must develop a shared vision for the future of BYEP, build understanding around the mission, and develop appropriate
goals and strategies to advance that mission.
Financial Management
Ensuring that resources are managed wisely is especially important. The Executive Director’s role is to see that BYEP’s goals and
strategic plan serve as the basis for sound financial management, that solid budgeting and accounting systems are in place, and
that appropriate financial controls and risk-management strategies protect BYEP’s assets.
Board Relations
Together, the Executive Director and the board form the leadership team of BYEP. Each arm of the team draws upon its own
unique strengths and abilities. The Executive Director and board have joint responsibility for developing and maintaining a strong
working relationship and a system for sharing information that enables the board to effectively carry out its governance role.
Qualifications
● Minimum 5 years relevant experience
● Undergraduate degree in related field required
● Master’s degree in related field preferred
Compensation
● Full time, exempt
● Salary | $65,000 - $75,000, DOE
● Insurance | 100% health, dental, and vision
● Retirement | 3% matching contribution to an IRA
Apply:
● Send cover letter and resume to pete.macfadyen@byep.org as 2 individual PDF documents
● We will send confirmation of receipt and will provide you with additional information about the possibility of an interview
*This job description borrows from the “Board Source” and their excellent resource: 6 Core Competencies of the Executive Director