Description

About the Role

NYSBA seeks a visionary President/Executive Director to lead the organization from its Albany, NY headquarters. This executive will drive strategic planning and day-to-day operations, ensuring NYSBA remains a catalyst for growth, innovation, and advocacy in broadcasting.

Compensation and Timeline: Anticipated base salary: $200,000 - $250,000, with up to $75,000 performance bonus. Benefits package includes 401K, health insurance & paid vacation

Projected start date: No later than 10/01/2026.

Application deadline: 02/28/2026. Submit resume, cover letter, and salary requirements below.

Final selection by NYSBA Board of Directors.

Requirements

Key Qualifications:

• Minimum 10 years of executive leadership in broadcasting or trade association management, with expertise in radio, television, digital, and media sales.
• Proven ability to manage, motivate, and develop high-performing teams; skilled at assessing talent and optimizing organizational structure.
• Deep expertise in economic and regulatory trends shaping broadcasting at both state and national levels.
• Demonstrated success in building relationships with government agencies and navigating complex stakeholder environments.
• Commitment to travel statewide and attend strategic meetings in Washington, DC.

Core Competencies:

• Expertise in broadcast and digital sales, including to government and nonprofit sectors.
• Strategic financial management and budget presentation skills.
• Exceptional communication and executive presence; adept at engaging with senior leaders and stakeholders.
• Grant oversight, contract negotiation, and multitasking abilities.
• Committed to ethical leadership and organizational integrity.

Experience

Strategic Responsibilities:

• Organizational Management: Oversee staff performance, negotiate with vendors, and execute Board directives to advance NYSBA's strategic goals.
• Advocacy & Government Relations: Collaborate with an experienced government affairs team to champion member interests before Congress, the FCC, and New York State officials. Lead strategic engagement efforts and represent NYSBA at high-impact meetings.
• Financial Stewardship: Direct financial planning, budgeting, and asset management. Identify new business and revenue opportunities to sustain NYSBA's growth and member value.
• Member Services & Benefits: Enhance member engagement through innovative training, compliance programs, communications, awards, and events. Optimize outreach via digital platforms and foster professional development.
• Public Outreach Partnership Program: Strategically manage the program to aggregate and sell advertising time to government and nonprofit entities, leveraging data analytics to demonstrate impact and value.
• Membership Growth: Strengthen relationships with broadcast stations statewide and drive active participation in NYSBA initiatives.

About the Company

Equal Opportunity

NYSBA proudly provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates, embracing diversity across race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, and genetics. The Association complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding nondiscrimination in employment.

Since 1955, the New York State Broadcasters Association, Inc. (NYSBA) has been the unified voice for local television and radio stations across New York. NYSBA's core mission is to shape an economic and regulatory landscape that empowers member stations to serve the public interest, thrive amid industry disruption, and advance the future of broadcasting leadership.