Executive Director, Brooklyn Marine Terminal Development Corporation (BMTDC)

New York City Economic Development Corporation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 185,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

FSA

Parental leave

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

New York City Economic Development Corporation is seeking an Executive Director for the Brooklyn Marine Terminal Development Corporation (BMTDC) to lead a landmark redevelopment of the Brooklyn Marine Terminal into a modern maritime port and vibrant mixed-use community.

As chief executive officer of BMTDC, you will drive strategic planning, build a team, and forge partnerships with city agencies, labor, community groups, and developers to achieve inclusive growth and project success.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree required, with strong preference for an advanced degree.
• Experience leading complex public or quasi-public redevelopment projects is highly desirable.
• Proven ability to steward diverse stakeholder groups including government, labor, community groups, and industry.

Responsibilities

• Oversee strategic vision and leadership for the Brooklyn Marine Terminal redevelopment.
• Lead governance and external relationships with community stakeholders, labor, and public partners.
• Manage budget, grants, and financial oversight for the development corporation.
• Lead staff development, hiring, and organizational structure in a growing entity.
• Present to executive level staff, City Hall, and other government partners on project progress.
• Represent BMTDC in public meetings and external engagements.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Budget management

Public policy

Urban planning

Real estate development

Team building

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Executive Director, Brooklyn Marine Terminal Development Corporation (BMTDC)

New York, New York, United States

Our Vision : To make New York City the global model for inclusive innovation and economic growth, fueled by the City’s diverse people and businesses.

Our Mission : Creating a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers.

Position Overview : The Brooklyn Marine Terminal Development Corporation (BMTDC) Executive Director is responsible for overseeing the strategic vision and leadership of the development corporation, advancing its mission of inclusive growth, facilitating the redevelopment of the Brooklyn Marine Terminal (BMT), and enabling community engagement and full use and enjoyment of the waterfront.

BMTDC is a newly formed entity that will lead the redevelopment of BMT into a modern maritime port and a vibrant mixed‑use community. The Executive Director will have a unique opportunity to guide the BMT redevelopment and over time build a team from the ground up to support the goals of this transformational project.

The Executive Director of the BMTDC is responsible for providing strategic vision and leadership to advance the organization’s mission and drive the redevelopment of the Brooklyn Marine Terminal in alignment with the General Project Plan to be developed. The Executive Director is responsible for the operations of BMTDC and the overall success of the development.

The Executive Director serves as a strategic leader, managing executive‑level and external relationships, including building and maintaining strong partnerships with community stakeholders, labor, and public sector partners, guiding staff, and leading the development and execution of strategies to achieve BMTDC’s goals.

Initially, the Executive Director will be employed by NYCEDC and supported by NYCEDC staff and resources. The Executive Director shall serve as the chief executive officer of BMTDC, report to the BMTDC Board of Directors for execution of the corporation's mission and strategic objectives, and coordinate closely with designated NYCEDC leadership regarding staffing, administrative support, and City policy matters.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Execution

• Provide comprehensive oversight of BMTDC’s day‑to‑day operations, ensuring effective program implementation and project delivery that promotes inclusive growth and economic justice
• Lead RFP development, oversee competitive developer selection processes, and facilitate public approvals
• Lead recruitment, training, mentoring, and development of staff, providing thoughtful leadership and establishing a clear organizational structure
• Present to and brief executive level staff, City Hall, and other government partners on BMTDC development
• Other duties as assigned

Engagement

• Lead engagement and establish trust‑based relationships with external parties, including community stakeholders, elected officials, non‑profits, real estate developers, financial institutions, consultants, organized labor, and industry associations
• Proactively and holistically engage local community members and organizations, labor unions, maritime and industrial groups
• Provide targeted outreach to NYCHA residents and tenant associations sharing commitments and specific pathways to economic mobility
• Represent BMTDC at public meetings, external conferences, and speaking engagements, sharing project commitments as relevant

Governance

• Manage BMTDC’s budget and direct BMTDC’s financial management ensuring financial oversight, resource allocation, grant management
• Manage the governance of BMTDC. This includes but is not limited to:
• BMTDC Board of Directors and committee meeting, and public hearings
• Set the agenda for the various governance meetings
• Serve as the principal liaison to the Board of Directors, providing regular reports on performance, risks, and progress toward strategic objectives
• Collaborate with the Board of Directors to support the BMT development and ensure its financial health and viability

Impact

• Leverage decision‑making authority to advance programs and projects that maximize impact and deliver targeted outcomes while prioritizing shared, inclusive growth and community needs
• Lead recruitment, training, and development of staff, and establish a clear organizational structure
• Reinforce and refine the project’s vision, working to maximize a benefit‑driven, positive impact for community residents

Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree required, and a strong preference for an advanced degree
• 10+ years of experience in leadership roles in the following relevant fields, which could include public policy, urban planning, real estate, development, finance
• Strong preference for candidates with knowledge of maritime operations, port logistics, and/or waterfront industrial uses and/or prior leadership experience in transportation, particularly in the context of large‑scale infrastructure or housing projects
• Proven ability to engage thoughtfully and collaboratively with community organizations, labor stakeholders, and impacted communities, fostering inclusive engagement to move complex projects forward
• Familiarity with NYC government and New York State land use processes
• Demonstrated success advancing and delivering complex projects in dynamic environments, with the ability to lead, plan, and execute in collaboration with diverse stakeholders
• Experience structuring and negotiating complex real estate transactions, underpinned by knowledge of NYC real estate development practices, economic development, and planning policies to inform strategic decision‑making and risk mitigation
• Advanced experience crafting, refining and delivering written and oral communications, with demonstrated experience in public speaking and media relations
• Experience in large public works projects, with a solid understanding of economic development tools and resources, public policy issues, and managing large, complex budgets and securing grants
• Demonstrated leadership experience with managing large cross‑functional teams to advance projects from planning to execution
• Ability to prioritize competing needs and opportunities
• Enjoys working in a collaborative, team‑based environment and has demonstrated effective management skills
• New York City residence is required within 180 days of hire

Salary Range

$185,000 - $195,000 USD

About Us

New York City Economic Development Corporation is a mission‑driven, nonprofit organization that works for a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers. We take a comprehensive approach, through four main strategies: strengthen confidence in NYC as a great place to do business; grow innovative sectors, with a focus on equity; build neighborhoods as places to live, learn, work, and play; and deliver sustainable infrastructure for communities and the city’s future economy.

NYCEDC is committed to offering competitive benefits to support employee health, happiness, and work‑life balance. We offer comprehensive benefits and unique perks to ensure NYCEDC employees flourish in their professional and personal lives:

• Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Vision and hearing benefits
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care
• Short term and long‑term disability coverage
• 100% employer covered life insurance and supplemental life insurance coverage
• Up to 25 vacation days
• Floating Holidays and Summer Fridays
• Parental leave - up to 20 paid weeks
• Retirement savings programs
  • Company‑paid 401(a) defined contribution plan
  • 457(b) tax‑advantaged retirement savings plan
• Tuition Reimbursement program
• Continuing education and professional development
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
• College savings plan
• A Calm.com membership for mindfulness and mental health support
• Employee discounts through Plum Benefits and much more

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The New York City Economic Development Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Social Responsibility Mission is to create a People First strategy by attracting, retaining, and engaging a diverse and talented workforce. Like the city of New York, NYCEDC knows our strength comes from each of our connected parts, making the fabric of our organization better and stronger because of our unique employees’ talents.

For more information, visit our website at edc.nyc.