Executive Director

About the Company - The Association of New Brunswick Land Surveyors (ANBLS) is the self-regulating body responsible for licensing and governing professional land surveyors across the province. With a commitment to public trust, professional integrity, and the advancement of the surveying profession, ANBLS supports its members through regulatory oversight, continuing education, and strategic leadership.

About the Role - Our client, ANBLS, is seeking its next Executive Director (ED), who will serve as the organization's key operational and strategic leader, leading administrative functions while supporting the Council in achieving its short-and long-term objectives. The ED will play a critical role in shaping the organization's future through operational management, strategic planning, government/media relations, and the efficient execution of day-to-day activities.

Key Responsibilities -

Operational Excellence

• Complete all general administrative functions, including office management, telephone support, and email correspondence with association members, the public, and various stakeholders.
• Ensure that physical mail is retrieved and addressed promptly, following proper communication
• Prepare for and attend zone meetings to provide support, stay updated and ensure regional alignment with organizational goals.
• Assist the Registrar in maintaining and ensuring accurate and up-to-date record keeping of the general membership database and roll book.
• Ensure organizational compliance with bylaws and legal requirements by responding to public inquiries, including concerns that may lead to complaints. Escalate any complaints to the appropriate complaints committee or Registrar of complaints.

Support to Council and Meeting Preparation

• Coordinate and attend meetings with the Council, the Administrative Committee and/or various committees to provide updates, support decision-making, and make recommendations.
• Prepare any requested reports and supporting documents.
• Coordinate and participate in regular meetings of the Association, including executive council meetings, committee meetings, meetings with the Association President, and meetings with external stakeholders.
• Lead the preparation of the Annual General Meeting (AGM), including organizing logistics, coordinating with members and ensuring all necessary materials and reports are ready for presentation.
• Assist with various tasks, including document preparation and updates, information requests and meeting logistics.
• Ensure that all organizational activities and updates are communicated to the Council clearly and

Strategic Leadership

• Lead the organization in achieving its strategic goals, ensuring that initiatives align with the organization's mission and vision.
• Drive new strategic initiatives, working closely with the Council and the Administrative Committee to develop and execute a strategic plan.
• Act as the representative of the organization in external communications and government relations in conjunction with the Association President.

Marketing and Public Relations

• Serve as the organization's webmaster, ensuring that the website is up-to-date and that content is aligned with the organization's strategic goals.
• Lead the development and implementation of a social media strategy, engaging the appropriate stakeholders as necessary.
• Develop and manage relevant marketing materials and tools, including distributing materials to relevant stakeholders.

Relationship Building

• Foster and maintain relationships with educational institutions, government agencies, media, and other stakeholders to support and advance the organization's goals.
• Act as a representative for the organization on a national and provincial level, collaborating with peers in other similar associations.

Policy Development

• Lead the development and review of internal policies, including communications policies, confidentiality agreements, and other operational documents.

Education & Experience:

• Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in an administrative role, with at least five (5) years in a senior leadership role.
• A bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred.
• Strong knowledge and experience in strategic leadership, public relations and government affairs.
• Proven ability to manage complex operations and communicate effectively with multiple levels of stakeholders.

Working Conditions:

• Office-based role (Fredericton) with occasional travel for meetings.
• Fluency in both English and French is preferred.
• Interact with multiple stakeholders, including members, media, and government.
• Part-time role, averaging 20 hours per week.
• Flexible work schedule dependent on the needs and responsibilities of each week.
• May require occasional work outside of regular business hours.
• A dynamic work environment that requires autonomy, adaptability, effective communication and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Reporting & Accountability:

• This position reports directly to the Association President, with ultimate decision-making authority held by the Executive Council on employment matters. (e.G. remuneration)
• Works closely with the Administrative Committee on day-to-day responsibilities to ensure the effective achievement of organizational objectives.
• Collaborates with Council and external stakeholders, such as government agencies/partners and educational institutions, to ensure alignment with goals and compliance with relevant regulations.

If you're a forward-thinking, relationship-driven leader ready to help shape the future of the organization, we want to hear from you.

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We thank all applicants for their interest;
however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.