The Role

The Colorado Chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA Colorado) is seeking a visionary highly motivated, and transformative leader for their Executive Vice President/CEO position located in our downtown Denver, CO office.  Are you looking for your next opportunity to lead a well-established, nationally chartered, professional membership organization focused on advancing a vital profession— aimed at designing better communities in Colorado and beyond? Are you looking to make significant changes in the New Year?  If so, then this might be the opportunity for you.  

This individual and working with our Board of Directors is responsible for the overall strategic operation, management and administrative affairs of AIA Colorado ultimately providing various services, programs and advocacy to their 2400 plus Colorado members.  We are looking for someone that has the following background and experiences to serve as the top paid executive and administrative officer.  

Requirements

• Requires at least a bachelor’s degree preferably in business administration, association/non-profit management or public administration. Certified Association Executive (CAE) credential is preferred.   
• At least 5 years of experience at an association in an executive leadership role; including demonstrated track record of optimizing resources, revenue generation and budget oversight (+$1 million in assets).
• Experience in association governance, board development, strategic prioritization and policy development to support the organization and its membership.
• A proven record of working with volunteers and committees, building a foundation that inspires participation, engages members at all levels of their careers and leads to desired results
• Experienced in public speaking, writing/editing, government affairs and public relations.
• Experience leading results-oriented staff team; cultivating positive, rewarding and sustained performance among employees. (Current staff of 5 plus EVP/CEO)

Scope of Work

• Plans and implements programs and activities in line with mission, strategic direction and annual goals/work plan as approved by the Board of Directors.
• Establishes and enhances relationships across the organization, with members of the AIA Colorado Board of Directors, committee and task force members and volunteer leaders across four geographically defined “sections.” Represents the collective interests of members of Colorado at business meetings of the national organization and AIA Western Mountain Region.
• Works closely with various state and local administrative and regulatory agencies, members of the Colorado Legislature, the AIA Colorado Government Affairs Committee and contract lobbyist.
• Responds to written and verbal inquiries regarding profession and AIA Colorado articulating the value of architecture and design to the public and allied industries; acts as a spokesperson for AIA Colorado; gives presentations to civic and allied organizations on AIA Colorado programs and activities.
• Works closely with the Board of Directors to recommend and lead change management efforts in response to identified trends of the discipline and governance trends in association management.

Salary and Benefits

Salary is commensurate with the candidate’s compensation history, capabilities and experience.

We offer the following including:

• Commensurate with experience.

• Health, Dental, Vision and Life insurance.
• Paid vacation (4 weeks), PTO and holidays.
• Building amenities including fitness center access (no cost).
• Simple IRA match.
• Paid company parking (downtown Denver location).

How to Apply

Interested persons should send their Resume/CV and cover letter indicating their salary requirements to our HR consultant handling this search on behalf of AIA Colorado.  All interested applicants should send their applications to Mark Genkinger, HR Consultant at mgenkinger@employerscouncil.org.  Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Closing date for accepting applications will be close of business Friday, December 28th.

About AIA Colorado

For over 125 years, AIA Colorado has empowered architects to design a better world where we all can live, work and play.  As the voice of Colorado architects, AIA Colorado is the state’s chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA), providing members with business and career resources, enabling architects to protect their profession by advocating for sound public policies at all levels of government, and supporting career advancement through offering ample continuing education hours.

To specifically learn more about AIA Colorado, please go to our website at www.aiacolorado.org.

AIA Colorado is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer - All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.