Position:Â President & Chief Executive Officer Location:Â Hudson Valley, NY Salary:Â $160,000 - $180,000 BOE, Plus Annual Bonus Benefits Include:Â Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, Retirement Plan with employer match, and more
About Our Organization
Hudson Valley Pattern for Progress is a nonprofit organization that provides objective research, planning, and educational training throughout the region. Its work identifies civic challenges and promotes regional, equitable, and sustainable solutions to constantly improve the quality of life in Hudson Valley communities. Pattern develops its work upon a considerable foundation of facts and experience, without political aims or affiliations.Â
Pattern was founded in 1965 by the academic, business, government, nonprofit, and utility leaders in the region. As one of the oldest regional planning organizations in the United States, Pattern conducts factual studies of conditions in and affecting the region; promotes regional planning, research and development; and sponsors plans and projects for the betterment of the Hudson Valley. Our work aims to promote and preserve the health, education, safety, physical beauty, resources, economic vitality and generation welfare of the region. Pattern serves a nine-county area that includes Columbia, Greene, Sullivan, Ulster, Dutchess, Orange, Putnam, Rockland, and Westchester counties. Pattern’s work focuses on housing, community planning and downtown revitalization, land use, government efficiency and effectiveness, transportation, infrastructure, and other key civic topics in the region.
What We Are Looking For
Pattern for Progress is currently hiring for the key position of President and Chief Executive Officer. Strong candidates will have a passion for the Hudson Valley and boundless curiosity about how the region works. We are looking for leaders who exhibit an awareness of the key civic challenges and opportunities in the Hudson Valley including housing, community and downtown planning, land use, infrastructure, demographics, transportation, and government effectiveness.
A top candidate will also bring a strong network of regional contacts across private and public sectors. Strong written and verbal communication skills are important to the success of this position, as our CEO must communicate complex ideas in clear, educational, and persuasive language that everyone can understand. We are seeking candidates who emphasize building strong relationships across the Hudson Valley and deliver Pattern’s work with a spirit of service and a commitment to the goals of our organization. Â
 Key Responsibilities Leadership and Organizational Management
Partner with the Board of Directors and staff leadership on the development and implementation of annual operational plans
In partnership with the Board and senior staff, monitor the on-going effectiveness of programs and services through measuring objectives and evaluating outcomes
Prepare, manage, and carry out the organization’s budget
Evaluate and enhance current revenue programs and, as appropriate, develop and implement new strategies to diversify revenue
Cultivate relationships with current and potential supporters
Develop, implement, and establish financial and operational metrics
Maintain a climate that attracts, retains and motivates a diverse, high-quality staff, promoting an environment that values differences
Set staff goals and objectives, and effectively manage staff
Direct a portfolio of 8-14 planning and research projects each year
Convene the region and the Pattern membership around issues that are relevant, timely, and actionable in the Hudson Valley
 Strategic Planning
Work with the Board of Directors to develop and implement the next strategic plan
Devise the most effective means, methods and resources needed to bring to fruition the benchmarks of the strategic plan
Recommend a program of work that supports Pattern’s mission and furthers the goals established in the strategic plan
 External Relations and Program Work
Further the goal of promoting regional, balanced, sustainable, and equitable solutions that enhance the growth and vitality of the Hudson Valley
Serve as the public face of the organization
Serve on government panels, as well as standing and ad hoc government committees
Represent Pattern through service on other boards or committees that complement the work or mission of Pattern
Provide commentary and deliver research findings/white papers on a variety of topics germane to quality of life in the region
Work with a broad range of community, business, and non-profit leaders, including those who are like-minded and those with whom there is less affinity
Reach across political borders to encourage collaborations and focus on planning initiatives
Create partnerships that advance Pattern’s multi-faceted mission
Plan and host events that education regional stakeholders, exploring challenges and opportunity on key research topics
Foster associations and relationships with opinion leaders and community organizations in support of Pattern’s mission
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Applicants should send resumes and cover letters to domenica@normannstaffing.com
