Executive Director, Brooklyn Marine Terminal Development Corporation (BMTDC)

Our Vision : To make New York City the global model for inclusive innovation and economic growth, fueled by the City’s diverse people and businesses. Our Mission : Creating a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers. Position Overview: The Brooklyn Marine Terminal Development Corporation (BMTDC) Executive Director is responsible for overseeing the strategic vision and leadership of the development corporation, advancing its mission of inclusive growth, facilitating the redevelopment of the Brooklyn Marine Terminal (BMT), and enabling community engagement and full use and enjoyment of the waterfront.

BMTDC is a newly formed entity that will lead the redevelopment of BMT into a modern maritime port and a vibrant mixed-use community. The Executive Director will have a unique opportunity to guide the BMT redevelopment and over time build a team from the ground up to support the goals of this transformational project. The Executive Director of the BMTDC is responsible for providing strategic vision and leadership to advance the organization’s mission and drive the redevelopment of the Brooklyn Marine Terminal in alignment with the General Project Plan to be developed.

The Executive Director is responsible for the operations of BMTDC and the overall success of the development. The Executive Director serves as a strategic leader, managing executive-level and external relationships, including building and maintaining strong partnerships with community stakeholders, labor, and public sector partners, guiding staff, and leading the development and execution of strategies to achieve BMTDC’s goals. Initially, the Executive Director will be employed by NYCEDC and supported by NYCEDC staff and resources.

The Executive Director shall serve as the chief executive officer of BMTDC, report to the BMTDC Board of Directors for execution of the corporation's mission and strategic objectives, and coordinate closely with designated NYCEDC leadership regarding staffing, administrative support, and City policy matters.

Responsibilities

: Execution Provide comprehensive oversight of BMTDC’s day-to-day operations, ensuring effective program implementation and project delivery that promotes inclusive growth and economic justice Lead RFP development, oversee competitive developer selection processes, and facilitate public approvals Lead recruitment, training, mentoring, and development of staff, providing thoughtful leadership and establishing a clear organizational structure Present to and brief executive level staff, City Hall, and other government partners on BMTDC development Other duties as assigned Engagement Lead engagement and establish trust-based relationships with external parties, including community stakeholders, elected officials, non-profits, real estate developers, financial institutions, consultants, organized labor, and industry associations Proactively and holistically engage local community members and organizations, labor unions, maritime and industrial groups Provide targeted outreach to NYCHA residents and tenant associations sharing commitments and specific pathways to economic mobility Represent BMTDC at public meetings, external conferences, and speaking engagements, sharing project commitments as relevant Governance Manage BMTDC’s budget and direct BMTDC’s financial management ensuring financial oversight, resource allocation, grant management Manage the governance of BMTDC.