Executive Director Youth Mountain Biking Org

Executive Director (Part-Time)

Blue-Tailed Skinks Youth Mountain Bike Club

Sebastopol, CA | Sonoma County

$45,000–$55,000 annually | 20–30 hours/week | Flexible, hybrid

Reports to: Board of Directors

About the Blue-Tailed Skinks

The Blue-Tailed Skinks Youth Mountain Bike Club is a Sonoma County nonprofit dedicated to helping pre-schoolers through fifth graders thrive in the sport of mountain biking alongside peers in a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment. Through our Scampers program, seasonal clinics, summer camps, and trail-based adventures, we serve hundreds of local youth each year with a focus on fun, skill progression, confidence, and stewardship.

We are hiring our first-ever Executive Director to help us grow sustainably, strengthen our programs, and expand access to youth cycling across Sonoma County.

Why This Role Is Special

• Opportunity to serve as the founding Executive Director, shaping systems, culture, and growth
• Lead a beloved, community-rooted youth nonprofit with strong volunteer and family support
• Work closely with an engaged board while retaining day-to-day autonomy
• Potential for expanded hours and responsibility as the organization grows

Position Summary

The Executive Director (ED) is the organization’s key leader and steward, responsible for guiding day-to-day operations while building systems that support safe, joyful, and well-run programs. This role blends program leadership, operations, communications, volunteer coordination, and community partnerships.

This is a part-time role (20–30 hrs/week) with seasonal fluctuations. Percentages below are approximate and may shift throughout the year.

Key Responsibilities

Program Leadership (~40%)

• Oversee planning and execution of Scampers sessions, clinics, and summer camps
• Ensure safety protocols, incident procedures, and supervision standards
• Coordinate permits, schedules, rosters, locations, and family communication
• Recruit, train, schedule, and support volunteer coaches and helpers

Operations & Administration (~25%)

• Manage registration systems, calendars, workflows, and SOPs
• Track attendance, waivers, payments, and risk-management documentation
• Oversee equipment inventory and basic logistics
• Maintain compliance with insurance and youth safety requirements

Community & Volunteer Engagement (~15%)

• Build strong relationships with families, volunteers, and partners
• Lead clear, warm parent communications
• Represent BTS at community events and partner meetings

Fundraising & Organizational Support (~20%)

• Support board-led fundraising campaigns, sponsorships, and grants
• Collaborate with the treasurer on budgets and financial reporting
• Maintain organized digital files, metrics, and records

Qualifications

We encourage candidates with related experience to apply, even if they do not meet every qualification listed.

Required

• 3+ years in youth programs, outdoor education, camps, recreation, or similar
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to lead volunteers and manage programs independently
• Availability for some weekends and seasonal evenings
• Clean background check (Livescan)

Preferred

• Experience with youth cycling or mountain biking programs
• Familiarity with Sonoma County parks or trail systems
• Small nonprofit operations experience
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)

Compensation & Benefits

• $45,000 annual salary (part-time)
• Flexible, hybrid schedule
• Mileage reimbursement
• Outdoor industry pro-deals
• Supportive, values-driven organizational culture

Equal Opportunity & Inclusion

The Blue-Tailed Skinks Youth Mountain Bike Club is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities and believe that diverse experiences and perspectives strengthen our programs and community.

How to Apply

Submit a resume and brief cover letter to:

info@bluetailedskinks.com

Applications reviewed on a rolling basis.

• Flexible, hybrid schedule
• Mileage reimbursement
• Outdoor industry deals
• Supportive, values-driven organizational culture