[*BCM*] MassBike is hiring!

[David Watson]

Advocacy and Programs Associate



MassBike, the Massachusetts Bicycle Coalition, is seeking a full-time
Advocacy and Programs Associate to play a central role in bicycle advocacy
programs statewide. The Advocacy and Programs Associate will report to and
work closely with the Executive Director.



About MassBike:

MassBike is the statewide bicycle advocacy group for Massachusetts, with
more than 2500 members and three chapters: Metro Boston, Pioneer Valley, and
Cape Cod & Islands. MassBike serves and protects the interests of the
bicycling public in Massachusetts, and promotes the bicycle as a healthy,
enjoyable, efficient, and environment-friendly means of transportation and
recreation. MassBike’s programs include advocating for bicycle-friendly
legislation and bicycle facilities in roadway and trail projects; educating
the public about bicycling safety; and encouraging bicycle commuting. Over
the next year, MassBike will significantly expand its education and commuter
programs, expand the chapter program, and work with public health agencies
to promote the fitness benefits of bicycling.



Responsibilities:

·        Work with local, state, and federal legislators on legislation to
protect and promote the interests of bicyclists.

·        Work with municipal and state transportation agencies to include
bicycle facilities in road and trail projects.

·        Work with public health agencies to develop joint programs to
promote bicycling

·        Continually research and update the Executive Director on “best
practices” for bicycle advocacy.

·        With the Executive Director, ensure that MassBike’s positions are
presented at meetings and hearings.

·        Assist the Executive Director to review bicycle related plans and
other documents, and prepare MassBike’s official comments.

·        Help coordinate MassBike’s chapter resources and experts to provide
input on bicycle facility design projects.

·        Assist the Executive Director with forming new chapters and
strengthening existing chapters.

·        Help coordinate commuter programs, including workplace commuter
workshops, bike shop “commuter package” program, mentor program, and
low-income commuter program.

·        Speak at public forums, meetings, and events on various bicycling
topics.

·        With the Executive Director, supervise volunteers and interns on
advocacy projects.

·        Write articles for Mass Cyclist, MassBike’s quarterly print
newsletter.

·        Assist with production of MassBike’s twice monthly email
newsletter.

·        Help distribute materials to bike shops and other business
partners.



Qualifications:

·        College degree or equivalent relevant work experience. Nonprofit
and advocacy experience preferred.

·        Strong interest in bicycling for transportation, fitness, and fun.

·        Strong interpersonal skills.

·        Excellent communication skills, both writing and speaking.

·        Willingness to work some nights and weekends for events.

·        Creativity, eagerness to learn, and capability to manage multiple
ongoing projects to completion.

·        Ability to take initiative and work independently.

·        Experience and comfort working with computers (Windows, Microsoft
Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint, FileMaker or other database, and the
Internet). Web design/programming experience helpful, particularly
Dreamweaver.

·        Driver’s license (unfortunately, we can’t ride our bikes
everywhere).

·        Flexible, organized, and self-confident.

·        A good sense of humor.



Salary and Benefits:

Starting salary will be up to $30,000, commensurate with experience.
Benefits include medical insurance, paid vacation, and paid holidays.



To apply, please submit cover letter and resume to bikeinfo at massbike.org.



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