Position Description

Chief Executive Officer

Building Performance Institute

Your role as Chief Executive Officer:

As the CEO, you will provide strong leadership to prepare and position the organization to achieve measurable results toward the strategic vision of the organization.

You will work with BPI’s Board of Directors to develop a shared vision for the future, build public awareness and industry demand for BPI’s credentials and standards and determine appropriate strategic priorities to sustain and grow the organization. Additionally, you will be accountable for leading all aspects of the organization’s operations, including overseeing financial and asset management; identifying and implementing solutions that support and align strategic priorities; effectively cultivating collaborative relationships and partnerships that will advance the organization’s goals and objectives: supervising and developing organizational talent; and assuring compliance with current laws, regulations and the policies set by the Board of Directors.

The role presents a unique opportunity to help develop BPI’s organizational vision, implement enhanced strategies, and streamline infrastructure for future growth. You have proven leadership, financial acumen, strong collaboration instincts, and can excel as the face of the organization in the industry. Finally, you will be energized by our mission and committed to a vision for a sustainable, healthy planet, thriving people, and energy justice.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

Executive Leadership and Organizational Management

• Provide thoughtful and visionary leadership that is inclusive, transparent, and empowering in a manner that supports and guides the organization’s mission as defined by BPI’s Board of Directors
• Lead the strategic planning process for the organization with full input from all departments and staff; gain Board approval as needed; establish a documented 3-5 year organization-wide strategic plan and drive its implementation
• Organize, motivate, and mentor internal team leaders to strategically grow the organization’s impact, programs, fundraising, and to effectively fulfill its mission
• Maintain and expand relations with key clientele throughout the industry, including government agencies, state and utility energy efficiency programs, high performance building training partners and proctors, and BPI certified professionals
• Establish goals, objectives, and operational plans in collaboration with the Board of Directors, staff, and other leaders
• Manage and motivate staff, overseeing processes such as hiring, staff professional development, performance management, and compensation and benefits
• Continually foster a culture that encourages collaboration between departments and recognizes positive contributions
• Foster innovative thinking and apply performance measurements to analyze and support strategic decision-making, creating a results-driven environment across the organization

Board Governance

• Maintain regular communication to build strong relationships with the entire Board, providing leadership and support to members at all times
• Communicate risks, issues, as well as successes with the Board by providing members with all information necessary to function properly and make informed decisions in a timely and accurate manner
• Attend all Board meetings and provide reports and updates on staff as well as all current work, project timelines, and project and organizational progress
• Gracefully manage the Board as needed to build consensus, remind of outstanding deliverables, and offer support
• Implement Board policies and procedures and build support for Board decisions amongst staff

Development and Fundraising

• Drive development and fundraising in alignment with the Strategic Plan and in collaboration with the Director of Program and Market Development, leveraging the Board and additional staff as needed
• Initiate, cultivate, and extend relationships with the organization’s portfolio of individual, government utility, manufacturer, training and corporate supporters
• Ensure the organization’s financial stability and sustainability by maintaining healthy cash flow and adequate reserves

Financial Management and Administration

• Provide strategic leadership for administrative and operational functions in accordance with BPI’s mission, objectives, and policies
• Prudently direct resources within budget guidelines and according to current laws and regulations
• Assume responsibility for the fiscal integrity of the organization
• Monitor Board-approved budget and ensure maximum resource utilization, budget management, and maintenance of the organization in a positive financial position
• Build and administer the annual budget with Board approval

External Relations and Communications

• Represent BPI publicly and serve as chief spokesperson at events, conferences, partnership meetings and in the media
• Present and promote the organization and its mission, programs, partners, and members in a consistently positive manner
• Manage BPI’s marketing and public relations strategy in alignment with the Strategic Plan

QUALIFICATIONS:

Candidates may emerge from nonprofit, government, or industry backgrounds and should possess the following:

• Five years of prior experience as a CEO, Executive Director, or a senior leadership position at an industry organization, nonprofit, or government body
• Demonstrated experience in building performance, energy efficiency, decarbonization and/or utility incentive programs

• Strong knowledge of energy efficiency solutions, technologies, and market trends
• Exceptional business acumen and a history of providing visionary leadership at the executive level
• Demonstrated experience executing organizational growth and leading a similar or larger sized successful nonprofit and/or related entity
• Familiarity with diverse business functions such as marketing, public relations, human resources, etc.
• Experience and success in motivating, recruiting, developing, retaining, and mentoring high performance, mission-driven, and results-oriented teams
• Excellent written, oral, and public speaking skills; a persuasive communicator with strong interpersonal and multidisciplinary project skills
• Bachelor's degree required, advanced degree preferred.

COMPENSATION:

This opportunity offers the ability to make a significant impact leading and growing an impactful national nonprofit organization. The position offers a strong starting base salary, a full benefits package, and a team-oriented atmosphere that is both positive and rewarding. Starting compensation includes: a competitive salary dependent on experience of $145,000 to $180,000 plus full benefits package that includes:

• Monday-Friday schedule
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits. The medical deductible is fully funded by BPI.
• Employee gain share program
• 8 Paid holidays and 17 days of paid time off (PTO) to start, increasing to 22 days in year 6 and 27 days in year 11
• Dental, Vision, Basic Life Insurance, Accident and Dismemberment Insurance, Non-Statutory Short and Long Term Disability insurance, at no cost to the employee
• Section 125 Plan
• 401(k) Qualified Retirement plan with 4% employer match
• Voluntary adjusted summer schedule option

HOW TO APPLY:

For immediate consideration please send resume, cover letter, and salary requirements to HR@BPI.org using the subject title: “BPI.ORG CEO SEARCH.”

Review of applications, nominations, and expressions of interest will begin immediately and continue on a confidential basis until an appointment is made.

BPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages diversity and equity in all facets of the organization’s work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other protected class.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $145,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Have you completed the following level of education: Bachelor's Degree?
• Will you now, or in the future, require immigration sponsorship for employment visa status?
• Do you have at least five years of prior experience as a CEO, Executive Director, or a senior leadership position at an industry organization, nonprofit, or government body?
• Do you have a strong knowledge of energy efficiency solutions, technologies, and market trends?

Work Location: Remote