Chief Operating Officer

Description

Reporting to the President and serving as an integral member of ReMA’s Executive management team, the COO provides strategic and operational oversight to Communications, Marketing, Business Development, Events, Membership, and IT. The COO directly manages ReMA’s efforts to promote, enhance, and protect the organization's brand reputation and works closely with the CFO to ensure the financial strength of the association. This role works with the entire Executive team at ReMA to carry out the vision and mission of the association and serves as a strategic partner to the President and volunteer leadership.

The COO will help lead the establishment and implementation of ReMA’s vision and comprehensive strategic plan to advance its mission. The COO will partner with the President to address critical areas such as brand identity, stakeholder awareness of ReMA’s offerings, member engagement, program and project success, multi-channel outreach, fiscal health, and acts as a visible and trusted ambassador to ReMA’s members. 

We offer a hybrid work model that allows you to balance the best of both worlds. ReMA staff have the flexibility to work from home as many as three days per week and in our vibrant office two days per week. In-office days are determined by your supervisor and are subject to change based on the needs of the Association. We are a dynamic and diverse team that values your unique contributions.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS)

• Oversees the day-to-day activities and operations of the Communications, Business Development, Marketing, Events, Membership and IT departments including budgeting, planning and staff development.
• Maintains the organizational, membership, staffing and financial strength of the organization to reach its goals and vision.
• Provides mentoring and leadership to Operations staff and sets the tone and the pace for the department’s performance. 
• Provides staff with clear direction and communicates strategies to allow them to develop the necessary tools and programs in their various areas of expertise. 
• Sets the tone of cooperation, collaboration and customer service across the staff and throughout the Association. 
• Takes an active leadership role in developing and executing strategic business plans.
• Advances ReMA’s brand identity and raise/broaden awareness of its programs, services and priorities.
• Ensures the financial strength of the association.
• Provides a liaison and leadership role to ReMA’s various volunteer committees and subcommittees.
• Represents ReMA and serves as spokesperson for the association as appropriate with association chapters, association boards, other associations and other relevant populations/audiences.
• Promotes a culture of high performance and continuous improvement that values learning and a commitment to quality.

Working Conditions

• The salary range for this position is between $285k - $325k. 
• Travel will be required (25-35%) to attend annual and chapter meetings, tour job sites and other events.
• This position operates in a professional office environment. While traveling to tour job sites, you could be exposed to general hazards that accompany a recycling plant. 
• ReMA offers an exceptional benefits package including eighty percent employer paid employee insurance, generous 401k contribution and professional development assistance. 

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and eight to twelve years of relevant executive-level leadership experience in a trade association, high profile corporate setting or related environment is required.
• A proven track record of translating strategic thinking into action plans and positive results.
• Excellent judgment and creative problem-solving skills, including negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Superior management skills; ability to influence and engage direct and indirect reports and peers.
• Successful record of winning the credibility and respect of high-performing Board of Directors and other volunteer leaders.
• Ability to make decisions in a changing environment and anticipate future needs.
• Proven ability to attract, retain, manage, mentor, and develop the strengths and talents of direct and indirect reports.
• Experience in working with media and establishing positive relationships with members of the media.
• Strong comprehension of social media and its ability to further the goals of the association.
• Executive-level communication and presence; capable of articulating complex operational strategies to the Board, executive team, diverse internal departments, and key external stakeholders, while actively fostering alignment, driving consensus, and inspiring operational excellence.
• Ability to meet deadlines while demonstrating professionalism under pressure.
• Thrives in environments requiring ability to effectively prioritize and juggle concurrent projects from conception to completion.
• Ability to handle and maintain the confidentiality of highly sensitive information. 

This is not an attempt to list all essential functions of the position. Job duties may change over time based on organizational and department needs.

ReMA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability status or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. For more information about ReMA please see our website.