President – Railway Supply Institute

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Every day, we work together to advance the missions of the clients we serve. Our teams help our clients grow—and through that positive energy, our team members grow and flourish, too. Find a career path that aligns with your personal growth goals at Smithbucklin.

Smithbucklin , a 650-person, employee-owned professional services company with more than 75 years of success serving the association market, is looking for a chief staff executive (President) to be located in our Washington, DC Headquarters office to serve our association management client organization the Railway Supply Institute (RSI).

RSI President Role and Responsibilities

• INDUSTRY RELATIONS. Serve as the external face of the industry. Build and maintain strategic relationships with key stakeholders, including government officials, industry associations, and media outlets, including engaging in public speaking opportunities, maintaining an active social media presence, and participating in adjacent industry association events.
• PLANNING AND EXECUTION. Be an advisor, guide and support the RSI Board of Directors in executing their long-term strategy and annual goals and allocating resources including capital and people. Provide expertise, develop, present, and recommend operational plans & programs to the board and committees that deliver the desired outcomes.
• FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT. Plan, direct, monitor, and analyze association finances to achieve RSI’s financial objectives. Financial planning and decision-making to ensure funding is available and that RSI assets are utilized efficiently and responsibly.
• GOVERNANCE. Provide governance support and leadership expertise to the Board of Directors and committees. Provide onboarding, guide and mentor Directors in their volunteer role.
• OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT. Provide administrative oversight of ongoing association operations. Monitor, evaluate and optimize the performance of association programs against goals.
• ADVOCACY MANAGEMENT. Serve as chief advocate and oversee and manage a comprehensive government relations and advocacy program to promote, protect and advance industry interests and positions with regulators and policymakers.
• RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT. Manage relationships with board members and volunteers. Facilitate the establishment of positive relationships between Smithbucklin staff and RSI constituents.
• PEOPLE MANAGEMENT. Manage and motivate a matrix staff team of approximately 15; assign and supervise work, evaluate performance, and develop individuals.
• MANAGE ASSOCIATION GROWTH. Oversee development, implementation, marketing, and evaluation of programs and services designed to grow the association.
• OVERSEE EXTERNAL MESSAGING & BRAND MANAGEMENT. Oversee the development of the association’s internal and external messaging on industry issues and trends.
• PARTNER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT. Identify, contract, and manage partners required to execute the board’s strategic directives.

Qualifications

Where Do You Fit?

Whether you are just beginning your career or are a mid- or senior-level professional, working at Smithbucklin will offer you countless opportunities to develop transferable skills, acquire meaningful knowledge and gain rich experiences at an accelerated pace.

The salary range for this role is $150,000 to $215,000. In addition to base salary, performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package are available.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At Smithbucklin, Equal Employment Opportunity is our commitment and goal. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other protected status designated by federal, state or local law.

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Salary : $150,000 - $215,000