NYWEA is Member Association (MA) of the Water Environment Federation (WEF) - a not-for-profit technical and educational organization of more than 30,000 individual members and 75 affiliated MAs. Headquartered at 525 Plum St Syracuse, New York, NYWEA itself is made up of more than 2,500 professionals who are committed to matters related to protecting public health, safeguarding the environment, supporting economic development, and ensuring the reliable operation of critical water quality infrastructure. NYWEA members include operators, engineers, scientists, regulators, academics, manufacturers, vendors, and other professionals in the water/wastewater industry, as well as students interested in this field. NYWEA is governed by a Board of Directors lead by a President. There are also seven (7) local chapters of NYWEA strategically located throughout the State.

Founded in 1929, NYWEA is looking for an individual to lead the Association into its second century of operation. NYWEA's Executive Director serves as the key management leader of the Association. The Executive Director is responsible for overseeing and reporting on the administration of a budget of over $1.5 million, managing a staff of four (4) individuals, organizing major conferences and events throughout the year, maintaining several programs and activities, and directing strategic initiatives for the organization - while diving into the details when needed.  This position requires an engaged and proactive leader who actively participates in day-to-day operations while providing strategic direction.

The position reports directly to the NYWEA President and the Board of Directors, with supervisory oversight from SUNY Research Foundation.

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