RTP News

Position Opening: Executive Director

Sep 17, 2024

RTP is announcing a new career opportunity for an opening position of Executive Director.

Agency Mission: The Regional Transportation Program (RTP) is a nonprofit paratransit agency based in Westbrook, Maine. We provide essential transportation for seniors, low-income, individuals with disabilities and the general public throughout Cumberland County.  RTP also operates a daily, fixed route bus service between Bridgton and Portland.

Summary of Responsibilities: Reports to the Board of Directors and oversees the growth and efficient operation of the agency’s services.  The Executive Director will direct a skilled staff of administrative, financial, dispatch, vehicle techs and drivers, and assure that RTP’s new Transportation Facility and fleet of vehicles are properly maintained.

Job Qualifications: The successful applicant will have:

  1. A college degree with 5 years direct management experience in transportation
  2. Management experience in a non-profit, governmental or social service agency desirable
  3. Competency in financial management including budgeting and grants administration
  4. Strong skills in establishing stakeholder relationships
  5. Strong communication skills appropriate for all audiences
  6. Proficiency with computer, communication and transit technologies
  7. Experience working in a union environment helpful

 

Salary:  Based on experience and appropriate for a nonprofit

 

Application Procedures:

Applicants can obtain a detailed job description by contacting RTP’s Human Resources Manager at ([email protected])

Email cover letter, resume and other items documenting background and work experience to RTP’s Human Resources Manager by October 18, 2024. Please: NO PHONE CALLS nor RECRUITERS.

RTP provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity.

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1 Ledgeview Dr, Westbrook, ME 04092

Call Us: (207) 774-2666

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