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Chief Executive Officer

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New Mexico Restaurant Association

Albuquerque, NM (In Person)

$130,000 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 1 week ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/30/2026

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Chief Executive Officer New Mexico Restaurant Association - 4.5 Albuquerque, NM Job Details Full-time $120,000 - $140,000 a year 10 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off 401(k) matching Retirement plan Qualifications Committee work Strategic management Coalition building Collaboration with board members Government relations (public relations strategies) Organizational management Legislation Community relationship building Financial management Public affairs policy advocacy General management Board relations Negotiation Senior leadership Full Job Description Job Summary The New Mexico Restaurant Association (NMRA) is a 501 (c) 6 nonprofit trade association. We are the leading voice for New Mexico's restaurant and foodservice industry. We drive prosperity across the food and beverage sector and strengthen communities, jobs, and the state economy through a thriving hospitality industry. We are searching for our next Chief Executive Officer — a bold, mission-driven leader ready to advocate, innovate, and inspire. This is not just a management position. It is a platform for shaping policy, building relationships, and making a lasting impact on one of New Mexico's most vital industries. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Operations Serve as chief executive and public-facing leader of the Association Lead daily operations, staff leadership, and organizational culture Support board governance and serve as ex officio member of all committees Carry out strategic directives established by the Board of Directors Orient and support new Directors to ensure strong governance and engagement Financial Oversight Manage and safeguard Association funds and ensure sound financial controls Partner with the Treasurer and Finance Committee to oversee the annual budget and audit Prepare financial reports and meeting materials for Board and committee meetings Advocacy & External Relations Lead advocacy efforts before state and local government bodies Negotiate and engage with lawmakers, agencies, and public officials on behalf of the industry Represent NMRA in public, media, legislative, member, and community settings Build and sustain strong relationships with members, partners, board leaders, and public officials Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is an experienced, respected executive with a genuine passion for New Mexico's restaurant and hospitality community.
You must:
✔ Reside in New Mexico and be deeply familiar with the challenges facing the restaurant industry ✔ Have a proven record of successful lobbying and advocacy with state and local officials ✔ Bring strong executive leadership and organizational management experience ✔ Have experience working with boards, committees, and volunteer leaders ✔ Demonstrate sound financial judgment and operational excellence ✔ Be an exceptional communicator, relationship builder, and public speaker ✔ Thrive leading through transition and aligning diverse stakeholders Join us as our CEO to lead with passion, drive change, and shape the future of our organization and industry!
Pay:
$120,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Retirement plan
Work Location:
In person