JOIN OUR AMAZING BOARD OF DIRECTORS!

The Board supports the work of Bike Utah and provides mission-based leadership and strategic governance. While day-to-day operations are led by Bike Utah’s Executive Director and staff, the Board-Executive Director relationship is a partnership, and the appropriate involvement of the Board is both critical and expected.

We are seeking applicants for the following open position(s):

• Board Member - 1 position available

This is an extraordinary opportunity for individuals who are passionate about Bike Utah’s mission, vision, and programs. Board members will be leaders in business, government, philanthropy, the nonprofit sector, or other areas that will help to advance Bike Utah and its initiatives.

GENERAL BOARD MEMBER RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

Establishing Identity and Direction

• Define Bike Utah’s strategic direction and contribute to the development of strategic plans.

• Ensure Bike Utah’s mission and vision are reflected in organizational programs, initiatives, and campaigns.

• Make sure Bike Utah’s strategic priorities are reflected in the annual budget.

Ensuring Necessary Resources

• Bike Utah board members will consider Bike Utah a philanthropic priority and make annual gifts that reflect that priority. We expect all board members to make an annual contribution that is commensurate with their capacity.

• All board members are expected to be active participants in Bike Utah’s fundraising efforts.

• Represent Bike Utah to stakeholders and act as an ambassador for the organization.

Providing Oversight

• Monitor progress toward the achievement of goals related to the organization’s programs and initiatives.

• Approve Bike Utah’s annual plan and annual budget.

• Stay informed of and meet all Board of Director’s legal and fiduciary responsibilities.

• Ensure Bike Utah’s commitment to a diverse board and staff that reflects the communities Bike Utah serves.

• Hire, set compensation, and contribute to the annual performance evaluation of the Executive Director(s).

Board Operations

• Attend monthly board meetings to address issues of strategic importance to the organization.

• Review all board meeting materials prior to board meetings.

• Create, approve and review organizational policies and procedures.

• Serve on board committees and take on special assignments to advance the organization.

• Assess board performance regularly.

• Complete conflict of interest form annually.

• Participate in one Bike Utah event or program four times annually.

Board Terms/Participation

Bike Utah board members serve a two-year term and are eligible for re-appointment for three additional terms, totaling a maximum of 8 years. Board meetings are held monthly. Time commitment is approximately 5-10 hours per month.

Service on Bike Utah’s Board of Directors is without remuneration.

Please email your resume and a short cover letter to Trilby Cox, Co-Executive Director (trilby@bikeutah.org) or Chris Wiltsie, Co-Executive Director (chris@bikeutah.org).