Chief Executive Officer

Overview

The Georgetown BID is seeking a strategic, innovative, and hands-on executive who embodies Georgetown’s values and has a proven track record of driving transformative initiatives to success. This individual will bring both a deep passion for Georgetown’s unique history, culture, and community, and a vision for its future as Washington’s premier mixed-use neighborhood.

 

The CEO will lead Georgetown BID, reporting directly to the Executive Committee and Board of Directors, and overseeing a team of approximately 35 FTEs - including 9 professional staff, 2 maintenance staff, and 24 contractors - who are essential to enhancing the district’s appeal for residents, visitors, and businesses alike. In addition to its core services, GBID oversees Georgetown BID Enterprises, a for-profit LLC offering BID-like services to private sector clients, and hosts Georgetown Main Street to support local businesses. The CEO also provides strategic leadership and support to Georgetown Heritage, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to culture, arts, and education, and serves on its board to support Georgetown’s cultural initiatives.

 

Georgetown BID offers a competitive total compensation package, with a range of $250,000 to $350,000, commensurate with experience. This includes a comprehensive benefits package featuring comprehensive health insurance, retirement plan, and leave policies. 

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Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership and Operations

• The role requires vision-setting and executive oversight across multiple strategic domains, ensuring cohesive, high-level leadership and direction.
• Public Space Management: Oversees Street Services, Streetscape Improvements, and Public Safety.
• Community Engagement and Marketing: Leads efforts in Economic Development, Placemaking, Destination Management, and Marketing, including PR, social media, and events.
• Infrastructure and Mobility: Guides Transportation Planning, Capital Projects, and Urban Development efforts.

Organizational Management and Administration

• In conjunction with the CFO, effectively directs financial operations, including budget preparation for board review and semi-annual tax billing.
• Oversees financial compliance, ensuring adherence to audit standards and maintaining strong internal controls.
• Upholds HR policies and leads strategic HR initiatives that align with organizational standards and culture.
• Supports and manages board committees, including the Executive, Nominations, and Governance Committees, fostering collaborative engagement

Community and Stakeholder Engagement

• Cultivates and sustains strategic relationships with key stakeholders, including elected officials, public agencies, community leaders, and private sector partners.
• Serves as GBID’s primary spokesperson, representing the organization at public forums and engaging with the media to promote the organization’s mission.

Fundraising and Resource Development

• Leads fundraising initiatives, including government grants, sponsorships, and private partnerships to support GBID programs.
• Develops and implements strategies to secure additional funding for capital projects, arts installations, and cultural programming.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, urban planning, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of leadership experience in economic development, urban planning, or a related field, with a proven record in strategy and team management.
• Experience in both for-profit and nonprofit sectors, with strong knowledge of governance, public-private partnerships, and nonprofit management.
• Strong financial acumen, with experience overseeing budgets, audits, and government funding processes.
• Expertise in public relations, marketing, branding, and community engagement to position Georgetown as a premier destination.
• Extensive knowledge of urban planning, economic development, and real estate, with demonstrated success in placemaking, public safety, and infrastructure initiatives, particularly in DC or a similar urban area.
• Familiarity with DC government agencies and elected officials, with experience in grant applications and public funding.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to leverage data for informed decision making.