United States - Nationwide
Hybrid role in Chicago; candidates outside the area considered.
home office, frequent travel
Farmington Hills, MI (Detroit metropolitan area)
Washington, DC (hybrid)
Lake Oswego, Oregon
Posted: 07-Oct-24
Location: 12999 E Adam Aircraft Circle
Type: Full Time
Salary: $275,000 - $450,000
Salary Details:
Job Title: Executive Director and CEO
Organization: Society for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration (SME)
Location: 12999 E. Adam Aircraft Circle; Englewood, Colorado 80112
Position Type: Full-Time Exempt
Application Deadline: October 31, 2024
Compensation and Benefits:
About SME:
The Society for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration (SME) (smenet.org) is a leading professional society with roots dating back to 1871. In 1957, SME became an autonomous Society advancing the global mining, minerals, and tunneling communities through information exchange, professional development, and innovation. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, SME supports over 14,000 members worldwide, including mining engineers, metallurgists, geologists, tunnellers, academics, and environmental scientists. The Society offers programs such as conferences, publications, educational workshops, and industry outreach advocacy, all aimed at promoting responsible practices in the industry.
Over the last 20 years, the Society has experienced significant growth and currently enjoys a strong financial and reputational position. Lead by a strategic plan that prioritizes association growth, industry innovation, environmental stewardship, and industry workforce, SME currently hosts approximately 10 conferences and meetings each year with up to 9,000 total attendees and 1,100 exhibitors. With 50+ staff members, an annual budget of $18 million, and over $40 million in total assets, the Society is a global leader in the mining, minerals and tunneling industries.
Position Summary:
The Executive Director is the Chief Executive Officer of SME, responsible for strategic, operational, and financial management. This role involves implementing the Society’s strategic plan, overseeing membership growth, program development, and stakeholder engagement, while fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation. The ideal candidate is a creative and engaging leader who can build upon SME’s success of membership growth and financial stability. The individual is also a visionary leader with strong communications skills and a proven track record in association management.
The Executive Director’s leadership will directly influence SME’s ability to advance the mining, minerals and tunneling industries. This role ensures that SME remains a leader in professional development, industry advocacy, and membership engagement, thereby contributing to a record of long-term success and growth of the organization.
Key Responsibilities:
Required Education and Experience
Preferred Education and Experience:
The above qualifications and requirements are representative, but not all-inclusive, of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the position.
Application Instructions:
Qualified candidates, please submit a cover letter and resume to SMEjobs@smenet.org by October 31, 2024.
Candidates will be reviewed by the Executive Director Search Committee and top qualified candidates will be contacted regarding next steps in December 2024. The anticipated start date for the new Executive Director will be in the 4th Quarter 2025.
SME is an Equal Opportunity Employer