Executive Director, Maine Women’s Policy & Equity

State-of-Maine; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 67,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance coverage

Paid holidays

Vacation leave

Retirement plan

Job summary

Department of the Secretary of State in Augusta, ME is seeking an Executive Director for the Maine Permanent Commission on the Status of Women (MePCSW). This confidential, full-time leadership role directs programs, reports biannually to the Governor and Legislature, and serves as the Commission’s spokesperson with lawmakers, agencies, and communities.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree and 3–5 years of relevant experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3–5 years of relevant professional experience.
• Experience researching and writing reports.
• Ability to work with legislators, state agencies, and community organizations.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Submit Maine Boards & Commissions Annual Report Filing and prepare meeting minutes.
• Schedule commission meetings, write agendas, and maintain email communications.
• Inform the Commission about legislative, social, and community trends and events.
• Coordinate communications with appropriate state departments and volunteers.
• Develop the MePCSW budget in consultation with the Commission and relevant partners.
• Oversee website, fact sheets, email communications, social media, and other informational materials.

Skills

Leadership

Equity & Inclusion

Communication skills

Collaboration

Research & analysis

Public service

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Website management

Social media management

Job description

Department of the Secretary of State in Augusta, ME is seeking an Executive Director for the Maine Permanent Commission on the Status of Women (MePCSW). This confidential, full-time leadership role directs programs, reports biannually to the Governor and Legislature, and serves as the Commission’s spokesperson with lawmakers, agencies, and communities.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree and 3–5 years of relevant experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and the ability to