Job Title: Executive Director
Hours: Full Time
Salary: $55,000 - $65,000
Benefits: Competitive benefits package, including health insurance, holiday time, and more
Location: Missoula, MT
Reports to: MontPIRG and MontPIRG Leadership Fund Boards of Directors
MontPIRG Mission (501c4): The Montana Public Interest Research Group (MontPIRG) is a student directed and funded non-partisan organization dedicated to affecting tangible, positive change through educating and empowering the next generation of civic leaders.
MontPIRG Leadership Fund Mission (501c3): The MontPIRG Leadership Fund is dedicated to educating and mentoring the next generation of civic leaders. Through research and education we empower citizens to be a strong voice for a clean and healthful environment, open and accountable government, and strong consumer protections.
Organizational Overview: For nearly 40 years, MontPIRG has led the way in training young leaders with the skills to tackle the challenges facing Montana. Through hands-on, grassroots, out-of-the-classroom, advocacy our interns and volunteers have moved this state forward and created tangible progress for our outdoors, clean energy, voter access, consumer protections, affordable education, and much more.
MontPIRG not only trains student leaders, we are student led. The MontPIRG Board of Directors are all college students chosen by our student members to ensure the organization's vision, budget, and mission are always focused on students and Montana's future.
Today the organization is stronger than ever before. MontPIRG is recognized across the state as a field powerhouse and the premier opportunity to gain the skills to create change - not just as a student, but for the rest of their lives. The next MontPIRG executive director will be well situated to build on past successes and drive the organization forward in a critical election year.
Note: Throughout this description we will use the phrase MontPIRG to represent both organizations.
DESCRIPTION
Culture:
Promote the development of young leaders by giving them real tools, in real campaigns, to move our state forward.
Uplift volunteers within the organization and ensure their work is meaningful and productive.
Build a fun office environment that staff, interns, volunteers, and board members want to be in.
Staff Leadership:
Be responsible for the recruitment, training, oversight, support, and release of all paid personnel.
Ensure job descriptions are developed, regular performance evaluations are held, and sound human resource practices are in place.
Encourage development and education for program staff in relating their specialized work to the total program of the organization.
Maintain a climate which attracts, keeps, and motivates a diverse staff of quality people.
Monitor progress towards programmatic and organizational goals and intervene when necessary.
Planning:
Work with board leadership to highlight, research, explore partnerships, and ultimately approve programmatic campaigns within MontPIRG's mission.
Partner with deputy director to oversee the drafting of comprehensive campaign plans.
Lead staff and board in creating annual program goals, relevant strategies, and staff work plans to achieve the organization's long-term vision.
Maintain a working knowledge of significant developments and trends in the field.
Board Support and Development:
Act as chief liaison between the MontPIRG and MontPIRG Leadership Fund Boards of Directors and all MontPIRG staff.
Meet regularly with board members to set goals and ensure they are fully informed on organizational and financial health, programmatic progress, and planning efforts so they can serve as strong ambassadors for the organization.
Partner with board leadership to oversee annual board reviews to optimize their effectiveness.
Fundraising and Finances:
Develop, oversee, and update an annual budget that provides for the organization's needs.
Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising plan that outlines techniques, connections, methods, and goals for all facets of fundraising activities.
Organize all aspects of annual gatherings, house parties, and other fundraising events.
Maintain strong relationships with MontPIRG's current network of granters, major donors
Oversee payroll and other financial and accounting administration to keep the organization in good standing with all vendors.
Communications:
Train board members to serve as public liaisons to members of the media to promote MontPIRG's student-led work.
Oversee the creation of all outgoing communication from the organization.
Draft press releases and media advisories to promote the organization's mission driven work.
Community Building:
Work with grasstops and grassroots leaders throughout the state to expand MontPIRG's presence and ability to advance program.
Serve as the principal liaison to partner groups and associations to achieve mutual organizational and programmatic goals.
Maintain and strengthen relationships with MontPIRG alumni for advice, fundraising capacity, mentorship connections, and more.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Believes and is invested in our mission and shows a clear passion to empower young leaders.
Experience in fundraising, finances, and budgeting.
Highly organized, self motivated, able to multitask, and manage your own time effectively.
Experienced in community or political organizing.
Values and builds meaningful relationships with staff and community.
Is hopeful and aspirational and inspires others to be the same.
Available to support staff when needed.
Flexibility in your schedule to ensure the work gets done.
BENEFICIAL QUALIFICATIONS
Experience working with young people.
Experience in strategic planning and program oversight.
Communications skills (digital, print, social media, etc).
Management experience.
Experience working with nonprofit organizations.
Community connections in Missoula, Bozeman, and across Montana.
Leadership development experience.
TO APPLY
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and references to hiring@mtpirg.org by Tuesday, April 7 by 5:00PM. Women, people of color, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ individuals are encouraged to apply.
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