Executive Director

Position Summary: To manage the operations and growth of the Baltimore Community ToolBank, and to execute the objectives of the ToolBank Board of Directors.

Organizational Background: The Baltimore Community ToolBank is an affiliate of ToolBank USA, a growing movement of resource hubs throughout the country offering tools, equipment and expertise to community-based organizations. In Baltimore, the ToolBank has served the servers as a 501(c)3 organization for more than 12 years.

Timeline: All applications should be submitted by Friday, February 7th 2025.

Responsibilities

Development

Responsibilities

The Executive Director is responsible to formulate, articulate, and administer a development plan that employs diverse fund-raising methods to secure funding for ongoing operations and special projects:

• Responsible for leading efforts to generate income through individual, corporate and foundation sources of funds.
• Develop short-term and long-term fundraising plans including planned giving and special gifts.
• Engage in prospect research, identify appropriate funding sources, and submit proposals as appropriate.
• Ability to write, submit, and manage grants from foundations and other sources.
• Create and manage individual giving campaigns to include email and mail solicitations.
• Facilitate annual giving for Board members.
• Coordinate the activities of directors, staff, and volunteers in fundraising activities.
• Professionally represent the ToolBank in a variety of settings, including informal discussions and formal presentations.
  
  

Outreach/Marketing

To increase visibility and public awareness of the ToolBank’s mission, the Executive Director should lead the following efforts:

• Develop marketing and communications strategies customized to the local community.
• Develop and maintaining relationships with key local media.
• Maintain a ready supply of promotional materials.
• Serve as chief liaison with other community organizations and constituent groups. Articulate the ToolBank’s value and mission along with promoting its programs and services.
• Utilize social media platforms with diversity of posts.
  
  

Program Management

• Allocate tools and maintain accurate data on lending.
• Increase the overall impact and value of the ToolBank through superior customer service and professionalism.
• Recruit, manage, and supervise volunteers as needed to meet organizational objectives.
• Identify resources for ToolBank programs, both in-kind and otherwise.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized facility.
• Process donations appropriately.
  
  

Financial Management

The Executive Director should provide an accountability framework within which the ToolBank maintains responsible financial strategies.

• Draft and submit an annual budget to the board of directors.
• Perform deposits and disbursements in a timely manner.
• Maintain reporting systems representing the organization’s financial position to include, but not limited to: payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, deposits, audits, grant compliance, and required federal filings.
• Maintain primary contact with a paid accountant, who will periodically reconcile ToolBank recordkeeping and provide financial statements for board meetings.
• With the board Treasurer, facilitate the submission of periodic reports regarding financial activities and position.
  
  

Board Activity

• Facilitate the recruitment of new board members.
• Attend and articulate agency status at board meetings.
• Assist the board president in developing a board meeting agenda.
• Attend and assist at committee meetings as necessary.
• Facilitate the development of, and maintain the currency of, a comprehensive strategic plan as assembled by the board.
  
  

ToolBank USA Partnership

• Fulfill affiliate requirements as set forth in the ToolBank USA Affiliate Governance Document and the current ToolBank USA Affiliate Agreement.
• Strengthen the ToolBank brand by maintaining the local ToolBank as a best-practices model for visitors from around the country.
• Participate in ToolBank USA endeavors that strengthen the ToolBank brand in both local and national arenas.
  
  

REQUIREMENTS: Minimum three years of professional nonprofit experience, bachelor’s degree in a pertinent field. Strong experience in fundraising, project management, public relations, and management skills needed. Must be open to flexible working hours.

TO APPLY: Send a cover letter and resume in a single attachment to bctbhiring@gmail.com. Please use the subject line ‘Executive Director’, and provide your name and phone number in the body of your email. No phone calls or email inquiries, please.

BENEFITS & SALARY: The salary for this position will be in the range of $85,000-$110,000 commensurate with experience. In addition to salary, the Baltimore ToolBank offers an attractive benefits package including vision, dental, health, retirement matching, and paid time off.