SCAA Executive Director Position

The Spill Control Association of America (SCAA), a non-profit association, is seeking a part-time Executive Director. SCAA is the leading advocacy organization for the maritime and terrestrial spill response community in and around the United States. See below for more information. Visit our website to learn more about SCAA at www.scaa-spill.org Thank you!

SCAA was founded in 1973 to actively promote the interests of all groups within the spill response community. Our organization represents spill response contractors, manufacturers, distributors, consultants, instructors, government & training institutions and corporations working in the industry. SCAA is The Voice of Spill Response Professionals.

SCAA’s mission is to represent this broad industry membership to collectively address Industry challenges, in order to strengthen and improve our nation’s response community.

The general responsibilities of the part-time Executive Director include:

·         Establish and maintain regular communication with SCAA Officers

·         Serve as primary SCAA staff liaison to the SCAA Officers and Board of Directors

·         Supervise SCAA staff by providing direction and management

·         Support Government Affairs Committee by participating in the committee, interaction with regulatory agencies as requested

·         Represent SCAA and participate on behalf of SCAA in meetings, conferences, and seminars as requested

·         Support Liaison with other Associations such as APICOM, ASA, APOL, AAR, ISCO, etc.

·         Support the Membership Committee with membership recruitment

·         Support the Planning Committee with SCAA Annual Conference and associated events as requested

·         Support and encourage the Future Environmental Leaders (FEL) Committee with ensuring SCAA Environmental Excellence Program annual awards

·         Explore, develop, and recommend policies to support SCAA’s Vision and Mission

·         Explore, develop, and recommend programs to grow membership, add value to membership, retain membership, and adding services and benefits to all members

·         Knowledge and familiarity of SCAA Bylaws, Annual Budget, Business Plan and Budget/Strategic Work Plan

Qualifications include:

·         At least 5 years of knowledge and experience in oil and hazardous material response and industry services.

·         Familiarization with associated and industry legislation and regulations.

·         Strong organizational skills including planning, managing staff, program development, and task facilitation.

·         Ability and discipline to work in a virtual office/telecommuting environment.

·         Preferred if residing in a reasonable proximity to SCAA headquarters located in Old Town Alexandria, VA.

·         Ability to interact, collaborate, and communicate with Board of Directors, Membership, Federal, State, and Local regulatory agencies, and staff

·         Strong written and oral skills.

·         Strong public speaking ability.

·         Ability to travel.

Send resume and interest to info@scaa-spill.org