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BMES SEEKS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO LEAD THE SOCIETY

BMES is seeking a dynamic and innovative leader to serve as the Society's Executive Director. The new E.D. must have the drive and experience to carry out the mission of the organization and to lead the Society to a new level of growth and accomplishment.

The BMES Board of Directors is developing a new Strategic Plan, establishing their strategic objectives and goals to further focus the Society's future efforts and identity.

The incoming Executive Director will embrace the opportunity to lead the organization by collaborating with the Board and member volunteers and managing a staff that has been prepared by the Interim Executive Director to meet ambitious new goals.

The Executive Director reports to the BMES Board through its President and has overall strategic and operational responsibility for the mission, programs, and services of BMES. He or she is a non-voting, ex-officio member of the Board of Directors. Leading the staff, the Executive Director is responsible for accomplishing a comprehensive slate of responsibilities.

For more information about the position and to apply, please see the position profile here

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