1000 Friends of Connecticut, a planning group that has worked with Tri-State to accomplish major reforms like the passage of complete streets legislation, is seeking a new CEO. Current CEO and President Heidi Green is stepping down to take a position at Trinity College. We thank her for her work to make Connecticut’s transportation network more sustainable, and wish her luck in her new position.
From the job description:
1000 Friends of Connecticut… seeks a Chief Executive Officer to manage its day-to-day operations. Working with a Board of Trustees, the CEO will be responsible for program development and administration, communications, personnel, budget, and finance.
The purpose of 1000 Friends of Connecticut is to mobilize a broad-based membership representing diverse interests affected by growth and development in Connecticut, including transportation, housing, land use planning and open space, and tax policy. We support, advocate and promote community vitality and encourage growth throughout Connecticut, and we work to expand and strengthen these in Connecticut Communities.
Duties include working with the Board to:
- Facilitate strategic planning for the organization
- Coordinate and manage the organization’s advocacy and education goals
- Coordinate and manage fundraising activities
- Represent the organization in the public eye
- Grow the organization’s public profile
To apply, send a cover letter, resume, writing sample, references, and salary requirements to info@1000friends-ct.org, with “Resume” in the subject line, by November 24.
