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The Senior Director, Bike is responsible for the successful implementation and execution of the operational plan for Bike MS events in the assigned territory. This position oversees multiple priority markets and provides strategic direction to staff in these markets to meet or exceed revenue and engagement goals.

This position collaborates closely with market leads, local staff, key volunteers, and board members to reach revenue goals. In addition, this position is part of a Bike MS leadership team who develop the fundraising, recruitment and cultivation strategies for Bike MS.

Essential Function/Responsibility

Strategy & Engagement (60%)

• Accelerates revenue growth by ensuring each Bike MS market has a strong operational plan following Society strategy focused on acquisition, retention and cultivation of top fundraisers, teams, participants, sponsors, corporate partners, volunteers, etc.
• Develops and leads the relationship management strategy for fundraisers at all levels; teams, team captains, top fundraisers, corporate partners and volunteers.
• Builds strong and balanced participant portfolios for each Bike MS staff member. The portfolios will include teams, top fundraisers, participants, corporate sponsors, volunteers, etc.
• Ensures Development fundraising strategies are understood by staff and that the staff is achieving its goals as defined in the operational plan;
• Ensures the strategies, resources and tools created by the marketing, volunteer engagement and event production teams are deployed in each market to drive revenue and registration.
• Works in collaboration with market leaders to ensure effective execution of the campaigns in each market, assess volunteer engagement opportunities, and discuss corporate development opportunities.
• Collaborates with other market-based development staff and the market leader to provide a unified and consistent experience for sponsors, participants, donors and volunteers that are shared between revenue channels.
• Bridges corporate and volunteer relationships to other markets where new teams and be seeded and additional sponsorship and be realized
• Works in collaboration with the AVP, Bike to ensure an effective Bike MS fundraising staff structure is in place for each market based on budgeted revenue and growth potential. As needed, reallocates staff throughout the assigned event revenue portfolio to maximize capacity and resources.
• Oversees the execution of the integrated marketing and communication plan focused on acquisition, retention and revenue growth for each market in the assigned event revenue portfolio.
• Working with the AVP, Bike to engage presidents in the Bike MS budgeted revenue discussion, revenue growth assessment and the planning process.

Team/Staff Management & Leadership (30%)

• Build and foster a dynamic, cohesive, productive team through meaningful work, continuous support, feedback, and recognition
• Responsible for the hiring, onboarding, and continued development of direct reports and team throughout assigned territory
• Conduct regular check-ins to monitor progress, provide feedback, and offer guidance and support where needed to ensure staff is fully supported in their role
• Ensures staff have the tools, knowledge, and resources necessary to perform job duties effectively as well as opportunities for professional development
• Coach and collaborate on goal-setting and professional development plans and conduct formal and informal performance conversations
• Hold staff accountable to the cultural values of the organization and ensure they follow Society operating principles

Facilitates Volunteer Engagement for fundraising and event experience in the assigned event revenue portfolio (10%)

• Increases the number of Society volunteers focused on Bike MS by recognizing and recruiting talent
• Engages volunteers through meaningful and impactful work that is well defined and structured by employing the strategies, tools and resources in their local market. Identifies, develops and grows volunteer capacity (skills and talents) to achieve measurable and sustainable results while removing obstacles.
• Ensures volunteer behaviors are aligned with Society Operating Principles; provide timely feedback and coaching to improve performance and behaviors.
• Ensures that volunteers are fueling the success and expanding the capacity by coaching to and assisting staff with building action-oriented volunteer leadership committees for fundraising (acquisition of sponsors, teams and participants) and event experience (the quality of the experience a participant has from the time they register through completion of the event) that will be led by the market Bike MS staff.

Minimum Education:

• Bachelor of Arts or Science

• Some college plus 10 years of directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree

Minimum Experience:

• At least 7 years of combined leadership and development experience including 3 years in a management/supervisory role.
• Strong relationship building and communication skills with the ability to build trust and motivate staff and volunteers to perform at their best to achieve strategic business outputs. You inspire others to do great work.
• Experience in developing and executing strategic priorities involving significant dollar amounts and implications.
• You have the ability think through problems, make inclusive decisions, and lead others through complex situations
• Lead and foster an inclusive and collaborative team – ensure team members feel engaged and empowered.
• A change management champion. You are forward thinking and can lead a team through each phase of change or transition.
• Strategic thinking. You have a vision, understand the full scope of work and how it impacts other teams/departments.
• Organizational acumen (We are prepared and ready to equip you to be successful in this role through robust onboarding and beyond..)
• Ability to analyze the metrics and adjust plans based on the data and results.
• Knowledgeable of HR Management Fundamentals specifically employment law

Technical/Other:

• Commitment to the mission, vision, cultural values, and expectations of the National MS Society
• This position will be required to drive/travel on Society business. Candidate must possess a valid driver's license, proof of insurance and reliable transportation. The Society does run motor vehicle checks for all positions which require driving and the applicant must meet the Society guidelines.
• Availability to work occasional nights and weekends to support events, committee meetings, etc
• Familiarity with database systems
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Compensation and Benefits Info

The estimated hiring compensation range for this role is $79,500 - $97,000. Final offers will be based on candidategeographic location and consider career experience and may vary from this range due to these and other factors.

You will have the opportunity for a highly competitive, comprehensive benefits package that the Society provides to employees. Your benefits include a considerable Paid Time Off Plan; Paid Holidays; 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Society match; Educational Reimbursement Plan; Professional Development Assistance; Commuter Benefit Plan; Comprehensive Health & Welfare benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Flex Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, Disability Coverage, Life Assistance Plan as well as additional voluntary benefit offerings.We value continuous learning and support your professional development through a Professional Development Assistance plan. You will join an incredible mission-focused team of people!

Other Information

The National MS Society is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We strive to create a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We need you and your unique talents and perspectives to help us write the last chapter on MS.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the candidate showing proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (with a COVID-19 FDA-approved vaccine or a COVID-19 vaccine granted Emergency Use Authorization) by the date of hire. A candidate is considered fully vaccinated two weeks after receiving the second dose of a two-dose vaccine (Pfizer or Moderna) or one dose of a single dose vaccine (Johnson & Johnson/Janssen) or as defined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Candidates unable to be vaccinated, either because of a sincerely held religious belief or a medical condition or disability that prevents them from being vaccinated, can request a reasonable accommodation.