Organizational Overview: The mission of Second Cycle, a nonprofit organization based in Tacoma, WA, is to demystify and normalize bike riding as a part of daily life while realizing the bicycle as a tool of personal and community empowerment. We do this through our community tool space, through youth bike programs, and by providing an open, supportive, and accessible environment. We work to expand participation in the cycling community and are working toward a world where the joy of riding a bicycle is accessible to everybody. 

 

Second Cycle was started a little under 13 years ago in a basement garage. We started small and have steadily grown. We have a gritty sensibility and a DIY ethos deeply ingrained in our organizational DNA. We started with just a community tool space in mind and have added a variety of vibrant youth and adult programs. 

 

We are anchored in the Hilltop community and have been running the shop somewhere in Hilltop for the last 13 years. We have seen a lot of changes in this neighborhood, and we see the changes coming with the light rail and 1500 apartment units to be added in the next three years. That all being said, the organization has been and is on a growth trajectory, and there will be opportunities to grow with it for the right individual. 

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Who we are:

• Collaborative team players  

• Passionate educators 

• Bike riders, bike mechanics  

• Energetic and hard workers who manage time and risk 

• Self-starters with growth mindsets 

• Personable and humorous

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Diversity Statement

Second Cycle values diversity and strongly encourages applications from people who have historically been underrepresented in the bicycle industry, advocacy, and nonprofit work. Second Cycle is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity, racial equity, and inclusion. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, pregnancy, disability, work-related injury, covered veteran status, political ideology, genetic information, marital status, record of arrest or conviction, or any other factor protected by law. We strive to have a diverse board, staff, and volunteer base that reflects the communities we serve. This position is subject to reference checks and the completion of a background check.

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Hiring Positions

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Second Cycle 

PROGRAM DIRECTOR JOB DESCRIPTION 

September 18th 2023  

 

Who We Are

Our vision is a world where the joy of bike riding is accessible to everybody. Our mission is to demystify and normalize bike riding as a part of daily life and realize the bicycle as a tool of personal and community empowerment. We provide equitable access to sustainable transportation to all people through our recycling efforts, full-service bike shop, and various programs for adults and youth.

 

Position Summary

The Program Director is responsible for the budget, curriculum, planning and implementation of all youth and adult programming, in addition to community outreach and program promotion/advertisement. The Program Director should be invested in empowering folks by providing access to the joy of riding a bike through various program offerings. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has experience in program development, excellent organizational experience, and a love for bicycles.

 

Reports to: Executive Director

Classification: Full Time Exempt, plus Benefits

 

Essential Job Functions  (Includes but is not limited to the following)

• Works independently or with the programs team to create a master schedule and write/revise curriculum for youth and adult programming; Includes 

  • Earn A Bike classes

  • Diversion (court involved youth programming)

  • SAFECYCLE (A High School Aged Program that Promotes S - Safer Streets A - Advocacy F - Fostering E - Education C - Community Y - Youth C - Cycling L - Lifelong Skills E - Empowerment

  • Adult bike give away

  • Community tool space

  • Recycle Reuse Center

  • Major Taylor Project at Hilltop Heritage Middle School

  • Adult Bike Classes

  • Event Rides

• Create a budget for programs and track all associated expenses. 

• Provide program coordinators with all materials needed for all programming. 

• Implement training process for newly hired program staff. 

• Participate in all SEL program quality assessments.

• Monthly, Quarterly / end of year reporting.

• Updates registrations, class documents, and calendars as needed.

• Update program / registration information online. 

• Participate in yearly fundraising efforts - this includes events, and major donor meetings

• Work with Volunteer Manager to allocate volunteers to all programs that are applicable

• Program participation outreach and recruitment

 

Desired & Minimum Qualifications

• Experience in team management.

• Experienced bike rider - from bike touring, riding across town, racing, everything counts  

• Understanding of social justice and awareness of privilege 

• Ability to self organize and complete tasks consistently and accurately 

• Clear communicator and engaged active listener 

• Ability to teach in an engaging and challenging manner - or want to do so 

• A growth mindset - a want to continuously improve.

• Experience or training in positive youth development.

• Experience or Training in project management

 

Compensation

Yearly salary range $52,000 - $62,000 DOE. Generous benefits include: Health Reimbursement Account; generous paid time off plus an organization-wide holiday recess from 12/24 to 1/1; a generous wellness time policy; disability; annual investment in professional development and physical activity; discounts on new and used bikes and parts; casual work environment.

 

How to Apply

Email your resume and cover letter to admin@2ndcycle.org with the subject line “Program Director” Applications received by 9/30/23 will receive priority.

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PROGRAM MANAGER JOB DESCRIPTION 

September 18th 2023

 

Who We Are

Second Cycle is a 501(c)(3) community cycle center which supports, educates, and advocates for cyclists, new and experienced, in the Hilltop and surrounding Tacoma community.Our vision is a world where the joy of bike riding is accessible to everybody. Our mission is to demystify and normalize bike riding as a part of daily life and realize the bicycle as a tool of personal and community empowerment. We provide equitable access to sustainable transportation to all people through our recycling efforts, full-service bike shop, and various programs for adults and youth.

 

Position Summary

Second Cycle seeks an experienced, competent and caring person to develop and manage comprehensive bicycle programs for adults and youth. The Program Manager will be responsible for coordinating the development and implementation of afterschool and summer youth bicycle programs that integrate the resources of Second Cycle into the program activities. This position will also work to integrate Bike Works’ “FrameWorks: A Modular Guide to Youth Development and Bicycle Repair” into the programming at Second Cycle. The pedagogy of this programming is rooted in these seven values: 

 

BICYCLING: We believe that bicycling is an accessible form of transportation that promotes public health, builds confidence, encourages environmental stewardship and strengthens community. 

YOUTH: We are committed to youth empowerment. We provide youth opportunities to grow as leaders, give back to the community, work together and see themselves as owners and creators of our collective future.

COMMUNITY: We work to build a strong, supportive, inclusive community. We welcome and respect diversity of experience, identity and opinion and believe that collaboration is a powerful tool for social change.

EDUCATION: We believe that we are all teachers and learners, and we strive to be a place where we can work, learn, and grow together. Through our work, we foster creativity, critical thinking, curiosity and cooperation.

ACCESS: We are committed to making cycling accessible, affordable and welcoming to people of all backgrounds, abilities and incomes. 

ENVIRONMENT: We believe that respecting and connecting to the world around us leads to more livable communities. To that end, we practice and encourage waste reduction and reuse and prolong the life of bicycles, promote cycling and teach environmental stewardship. 

SOCIAL JUSTICE: Inequalities of wealth and opportunity in our community privilege some and marginalize others. We see bicycles as vehicles of empowerment and our work as contributing to creating a more just and equitable world.  

Reports to: Program Director

Classification: Full time non-exempt 40 hours a week, plus benefits

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with executive leadership and staff to design cohesive and comprehensive youth bicycle programming for youth ages eight through seventeen, utilizing the resources of Second Cycle.

• Develop and implement planning and program management processes to ensure the effective coordination and integration of the programs and resources of Second Cycle.

• Provide support to leadership and staff in the areas of planning, management, program execution, and communications.

• Collaborate with youth and adult volunteers to ensure the effective coordination of program schedules and related events for youth and families.

• Manage the development and maintenance of Second Cycle classroom resources: tools, supplies, instructional materials, physical space, repair stands, etc. 

• Foster relationships with local schools, universities, businesses, and other community youth and education programs to enhance the development of Second Cycle.

• Record appropriate metrics and report a narrative of successes and lessons learned to the Second Cycle Board of Directors and other community groups such as the Cascade Bicycle Club

• Help to run and organize Open Shop

 

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• At least two years experience in an administrative or managerial capacity in an organization that provides direct services to youth.

• Relationship management skills and experience in fostering a team approach to youth development and creating collaboration among partner organizations in youth development.

• Experience and/or understanding of the development of educational programs in nonprofit or K-12 settings.

• Experience with basic bicycle riding skills and laws (both mountain and road) is required. Experience with bicycle mechanics is a plus, but not a must.

• Ability to articulate a vision about preparing youth for the future—from social, economic, cultural and personal perspectives—to partners, funders and the community.

• Highly positive and enthusiastic style capable of motivating others.

• Skills and energies to build a team and lead effective staff development and training.

• Experience and competencies in working in a multiracial, multicultural environment and with individuals of varying socioeconomic backgrounds.

• Ability to pass a Washington State Patrol background check.

• Ability to use verbal, non-violent de-escalation skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Excellent project management and planning skills.

• A passion for cycling and a deep commitment to the cycling community. 

 

Compensation

Hourly $20 - $25 DOE. Generous benefits include: Health Reimbursement Account; generous paid time off plus an organization-wide holiday recess from 12/24 to 1/1; a generous wellness time policy; disability; annual investment in professional development and physical activity; discounts on new and used bikes and parts; casual work environment.

 

How to Apply

Email your resume and cover letter to admin@2ndcycle.org with the subject line “Program Manager” Applications received by 9/30/23 will receive priority.

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PROGRAM COORDINATOR JOB DESCRIPTION 

September 18th 2023

 

Who We Are

Second Cycle is a 501(c)(3) community cycle center which supports, educates, and advocates for cyclists, new and experienced, in the Hilltop and surrounding Tacoma community. Our vision is a world where the joy of bike riding is accessible to everybody. Our mission is to demystify and normalize bike riding as a part of daily life and realize the bicycle as a tool of personal and community empowerment. We provide equitable access to sustainable transportation to all people through our recycling efforts, full-service bike shop, and various programs for adults and youth.

 

Position Summary

The programs coordinator works directly with the programs manager to facilitate programs offered at Second Cycle. This role includes teaching bike repair classes, running bicycle safety courses/rodeos, in addition to community outreach and program promotion/advertisement. The program coordinator should be invested in empowering young people by providing access to the joy of riding a bike through various program offerings. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has experience working with youth, in addition to a love for bicycles.

 

Reports to: Program Manager

Classification: Full time non-exempt up to 40 hours a week, plus benefits

 

Essential Job Functions   

• Works independently, or with the programs team, to run programs. Includes earn a bike classes, summer camps, diversion classes, Major Taylor Project, Open Shop, and all community partnerships.

• Updates registrations, class documents, and calendars as needed.

• Maintains classroom environments; cleans, organizes and restocks spaces as needed

• Assist the Reuse Recycle Manager with allocating the donated resources 

• Assist in the implementation of Open Shop and other programs assigned by the program manager.

 

Qualifications / qualities / requirements 

• Knowledge of bike mechanics - preferred but not required

• Experienced bike rider - from bike touring, riding across town, racing, everything counts  

• Understanding of social justice and awareness of privilege 

• Ability to self organize and complete tasks consistently and accurately 

• Clear communicator and engaged active listener 

• Ability to teach in an engaging and challenging manner - or a want to do so 

• A growth mindset - a want to continuously improve 

• Experience or training in positive youth development

 

Compensation

Hourly $18 - $22 DOE. Generous benefits include: Health Reimbursement Account; generous paid time off plus an organization-wide holiday recess from 12/24 to 1/1; a generous wellness time policy; disability; annual investment in professional development and physical activity; discounts on new and used bikes and parts; casual work environment.

 

How to Apply

Email your resume and cover letter to admin@2ndcycle.org with the subject line “Program Coordinator” Applications received by 9/30/23 will receive priority.

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Executive Director Job Description

September 19th 2023

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Who We Are

Our vision is a world where the joy of bike riding is accessible to everybody. Our mission is to demystify and normalize bike riding as a part of daily life and realize the bicycle as a tool of personal and community empowerment. We provide equitable access to sustainable transportation to all people through our recycling efforts, full-service bike shop, and various programs for adults and youth.

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Position Summery

We are looking for an experienced leader to oversee all operations, functions, and activities. You will be the face of the organization, responsible for giving the proper strategic direction and implementing a high-quality vision. An excellent executive director is an influential manager with the ability to lead and motivate. They have great communication skills and take a holistic approach in managing the organization’s operations. The goal is to manage and lead the organization towards the realization of its mission. Being a bicycle enthusiast is a plus.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Position status: Exempt

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Reports to: Board of Directors

Classification: Full time non-exempt up to 40 hours a week, plus benefits

 

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Essential Job Functions   

● Responsible for the successful operation of the entire organization, overseeing the day-to-day operations and ensuring organizational goals are met. Able to “pinch-hit” various staff roles when necessary.

● Human Resources: Overall responsibility for development, support, and retention of staff and volunteers, including specific responsibility for working collaboratively with management staff to ensure a positive work environment.

● Fund Development: Oversee implementation of strategies to build productive relationships and generate continuing support from foundations, corporate sponsors, and individual donors. Plan, develop, oversee implementation, and monitor financial outcomes from fundraising events and activities.

● Financial Management: Continuous monitoring of financial performance, and development and implementation of revisions to financial strategies as needed. Ensure the maintenance of effective systems for service delivery through budget to actual reporting and the use of fiscal data as a management tool for decisions and timely financial reports to the board of directors.

● Community and Partner Relationships: Build awareness of the impact of 2nd Cycle’s work and role in the community. Sustain relationships with key nonprofit, business, and governmental partners to better serve the mission.

● Planning and Evaluation: Engage the board and staff in ongoing evaluation of the effectiveness of 2nd Cycle’s services and in business planning to identify program, financial, and infrastructure development goals and strategies.

● Board Support: facilitate effective board participation in business planning, financial oversight, community outreach, and fundraising.

● Strategic Planning: Drive strategic planning, business development, and fiscal operations. ​​Develops evaluation strategies that can lead to strengthened programming (ex. surveys, focus groups, partnership consultation, insightful measurables and deliverables)

 

Qualifications / qualities / requirements 

The ideal candidate will be a confident leader; an experienced manager with vision and purpose, able to successfully implement ideas and plans; a natural collaborator, committed to open dialogue and transparency; and a dedicated, hardworking self-starter with an entrepreneurial approach and a passion for positive social change worldwide.

Other Requirements:

● Minimum 5 years of nonprofit operation and staff management experience; minimum bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent directly relevant experience

● Demonstrated success as an innovative, facilitative, and collaborative leader; can articulate a vision and inspire others through positive, inclusive engagement

● Experience or familiarity with programming that embraces social responsibility

● Demonstrated passion for social justice, with experience and knowledge of current issues and trends; politically savvy

● Proven effectiveness in leading, managing, and collaborating with all genders, ethnicities,

cultures, abilities, ages, and other differences; commitment to inclusion, fair treatment, and the creation of opportunity for all

● Experience in creating, leading, and supporting successful fundraising initiatives

● Experience with managing a budget of similar size or complexity

● Knowledge and proven skills applying best practices for staff, board, and community engagement

● Experience working with non-profit boards of directors

● Experience in grassroots organizations with collective cultures: ability to lead and manage a self-motivated staff of talented, experienced, and committed professionals

● Demonstrated compatibility with Second Cycle Vision Statement

● Proficiency with basic computer and internet technology, office software and social media tools

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Compensation

Salary range: $72,000-$80,000 depending on experience.

Benefits: Health Reimbursement Account, paid time off, paid holidays, flexibility in scheduling

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HOW TO APPLY: Send a short cover letter and resume (attached in PDF or Word format) to board.chair@2ndcycle.org.

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