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Development Director

What We Need 

Cascade Bicycle Club is seeking an experienced, people-centered, strategic fundraising professional to serve as the next Director of Development. The Director of Development will serve this dynamic, well-established, and respected organization by demonstrating a passion for bicycling and for growing the influence and impact in pursuing the organization’s mission.

Who We Are

Cascade Bicycle Club, the nation's largest statewide bicycle nonprofit, is 9,500-members, 55-years old, and 51-staff strong, serving bike riders of all ages and abilities throughout the state of Washington. We teach the joys of bicycling, advocate for safe places to ride, and produce community rides and events. Our signature programs include the Seattle to Portland ride, the Pedaling Relief Project, advocacy for connected trail networks and on-street bike networks in Seattle and across the Puget Sound Region, Your Streets Your Say, Free Group Rides, Adult Classes, Let's Go, and the Major Taylor Project. 

Washington Bikes promotes the health, safety, environmental, and economic benefits of bicycling. We advocate for people who bike, endorse political candidates, and hold officials accountable. We collaborate with community members and public officials to shape policies and investments in active transportation that create equitable, sustainable, and thriving communities across Washington state.

Our Values

• Equity - We lead with a racial equity lens to eliminate inequities in community health outcomes and in mobility and transportation access. Bicycles are a tool for liberation.
• Climate Justice & Clean Air - Bicycles are a clean, healthy, and affordable solution to help solve the climate crisis, clean our air, reduce transportation pollution, and create sustainable communities.
• Community - We create opportunities for people to come together by removing barriers and fostering a sense of belonging. Bicycles are an integral part of creating connected, equitable and thriving communities.
• Safety - Safety is a right; we champion spaces that foster physical and emotional wellbeing.
• Collaboration - We share power, resources, and knowledge as a means to enrich lives and form mutually beneficial partnerships. We celebrate the existing strengths of our partners and participants and seek to be an accessible asset for others. 

For a detailed description of the organization and its programs, please visit http://www.cascade.org or http://www.wabikes.org 

What You’ll Bring

Cascade Bicycle Club is looking for a Development Director that will lead a six person team, work closely with the Executive Director, serve on the Leadership Team, and develop and implement a community centric giving strategy that will lay the foundation for sustainable success for many years to come. The work is primarily focused on strategic visioning, relationship building, and securing large-scale gifts. Cascade’s development portfolio of approximately $1.7 million for FY2026 includes individual giving, corporate sponsorship, grants, and membership dues. Revenue from the development department accounts for approximately 11% of the organization’s overall revenue in 2026. The Development Director will be responsible for growing development revenues to $1.9 million annually by 2028.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Development Director will develop and execute strategic, diversified development plans to raise funds through grant writing, individual giving, and corporate event and program sponsorship. The Development Director is responsible for leading the development team, leveraging existing organizational relationships, and managing a portfolio of major donors and institutions via prospecting, community engagement, and event attendance, and other activities as needed to build a robust grant and major gift portfolio.

Skills and Competencies

Strategic Management and Inspirational Leadership

• In partnership with the Executive Director and the Cascade Bicycle Club board, develop and implement a strategic and diversified fundraising plan that meets the current goal of raising $1.7M from individuals and institutions, and anticipate future needs and growth objectives.
• Collaborate with Donor Relations Officer to create strategies to identify and secure new individual supporters, fully leverage existing relationships, and increase annual and planned giving.
• Work with Corporate Partnerships Officer to develop strategies to identify and secure partnerships with corporations and foundations that reflect their marketing and business needs as well as philanthropic and community engagement goals.
• Help shape organizational strategy and play a leadership role in developing the organization's 2027-2032 strategic plan as a member of the Leadership Team.
• Work collaboratively with other departments on a frequent basis to support donor stewardship and engagement.
• Develop annual department expense budget and forecast contributed income sources for organizational budget.
• Promote a culture of community centric philanthropy amongst staff, board, and donors.

Team Development and Management

• Directly supervise four employees and contract grant writer.
• Lead, supervise, train, motivate, coach, support, and partner with the development team to ensure that each employee meets their job goals and professional development objectives.
  • Create a development team in which all members take responsibility for team success and understand their roles in achieving team goals. 
  • Create a trusting team culture that supports giving and receiving honest feedback, regularly assesses performance, destigmatizes mistakes, and is open to new ideas and approaches.
• Lead development efforts to be increasingly anti-racist by consistently addressing the structural implications and disproportionate impacts of policies, activities, and decisions. Identify and implement changes that can produce more equitable outcomes.
• Support the planning and execution of major fundraising events with the Development Team, including an annual lunch and specialty market events.

Board Management

• In concert with the Executive Director, the Director of Development will engage the Board to meet critical financial goals for the organization.
• Primary relationship manager for Development Committee and development-focused board members.
• Maintain Board engagement (both financially and otherwise) to ensure Board retention and satisfaction.

Fundraising and Donor Relations

• Develop strategies and programs that recruit, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors giving or capable of giving $10,000 and above annually, and significant planned gifts. Develop and manage special campaigns and planned gifts.
• Implement strategies to increase the number of donors giving at all levels and grow donor giving year-over-year through engagement and cultivation.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward a diverse base of individual donors, including board members, Cascade members and event participants 
• Prepare and write personalized proposals, reports, letters, emails, notes, and other documents, as needed. 
• Provide industry knowledge, monitor industry trends, and implement best practices.
• Develop, identify, implement, and track a high-level, customized cultivation and solicitation strategy for each individual in the Executive Portfolio. 
• Manage and support the development responsibilities of the Executive Director, which includes focusing and prioritizing the Executive Director’s development-related time and duties, scheduling meetings with donors, partnering on meetings with donors, and more.

Race and Equity

• Sustain and grow a program that integrates an understanding of the intersections of race, class, power, and privilege in our development work, particularly through our engagement with donors.
• Build long-lasting transformational (not transactional) relationships with Cascade and Washington Bikes donors by treating them as partners, engaging them how they wish to engage, and asking them to give us their full financial support.
• Participate in Cascade’s race equity work. This may include serving on our Race and Equity committee, supporting Cascade race equity practices, participating in Race and Equity trainings, etc.
• Lead the implementation of community centric fundraising practices within the organization. 

Qualifications

• Experience raising annual budgets over $2M
• Ideal candidates will have an awareness of, and willingness to engage in, the difficult and transformative work of challenging systems of oppression, institutional and structural racism, and implicit bias.
• A personal approach that values the individual and respects differences of race, ethnicity, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ability, and socio-economic circumstance.
• A minimum of 3 years of people and department management and supervision experience, including the ability to motivate, lead, set objectives, and foster an environment of creativity and professional growth, and doing so in a manner that is inclusive and promotes equity is preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years of related experience, with progressive responsibility and a proven track record of soliciting, closing, and stewarding 5 and 6-figure gifts with major donors, corporations and foundations is preferred.
• Exceptional initiative, vision, and ambition to lead a vibrant development program.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and presentation skills. 
• Experience developing successful written donor communications and marketing materials.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills, including the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Ability to develop long-term plans, set objectives, and track progress toward achieving objectives.
• Experience with donor database management and systems to track campaigns and ensure complete, secure, and private donor and campaign records. Advanced skill in Excel and Salesforce is a plus.

Job Details 

This position is full-time exempt and remote-hybrid eligible. Generally, work can be done off-site, provided there is no loss to team collaboration, the needs of the organization, and the essential functions of the position. However, residence in Washington state and the ability to come into the office five to seven days a month are required. Some weekend and evening work may be required along with overnight travel 2 to 4 times per year. This includes two regular monthly evening meetings, presence at selected rides and events, and other donor engagement activities. Typical weekly hours for this position are 9 to 5.

Commensurate with the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate, the salary range starts at $101,719 per year with a midpoint of $127,150 per year, along with a competitive benefits package. New hires typically start between minimum and midpoint.

Cascade offers a robust benefits package, which includes:

• Employer-sponsored health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Optional long-term disability and additional life insurance coverage
• Option to contribute to a health and/or dependent care FSA
• 401k with 5% employer matching
• 160 hours of paid time off front-loaded annually + 12 paid sick days + 12 paid federal holidays
• Office-wide paid winter recess between December 25 and January 1
• 4 weeks paid parental leave after one year of employment
• Flexible schedule available
• ORCA transit pass
• $60 monthly cell phone stipend
• Free entry and guest pass on most Cascade rides
• Abundant discounts and offers with retailers and partner organizations
• Beautiful open office workspace with fresh airflow and bright natural lighting.
• Option to sit or stand with individual, adjustable motorized desks.

To Apply 

Submit a resume and cover letter to resume@cascade.org with “Development Director” in the subject line. 

Cascade Bicycle Club is on a journey to becoming an anti-racist organization. We strongly encourage applications from people who have historically been underrepresented in the bicycle industry, advocacy, and nonprofit work. 

Cascade is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity, racial equity, and inclusion. Cascade does 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 that the law protects from employment discrimination. We strive to have a diverse board, staff, and volunteer base that is reflective of the communities we serve. This position is subject to reference checks and the completion of a background check. Cascade will consider qualified applicants for employment pursuant to the Seattle Fair Chance Employment Ordinance and Washington State Fair Chance Act.

Covid-19 Vaccination Requirement 

If hired, you will be required to submit proof of vaccination. 

Hiring Timeline 

Estimated date of hire for this position is March 1, 2026. Priority will be given to applications received by January 2, 2026.

Bike Education Leads (BEL)

What We Need 

Cascade Bicycle Club is seeking welcoming and knowledgeable bike maintenance and bike riding instructors to serve as Bike Education Leads (BEL). The Bike Education Leads will serve this dynamic, well-established, and respected organization by demonstrating a passion for and knowledge about safe bike riding and competent bike maintenance. 

BELs have the option to lead a variety of classes such as:

• Bike maintenance classes (Fix-A-Flat, Maintenance for Every Rider, Chains & Derailleurs, Brake System Maintenance, Roadside Repair) with a focus on:
  • Women & Non-Binary classes
  • Open to everybody classes
  • E-bikes and traditional bikes
• Adult Learn to Ride (riders with little to no experience, or learning after a long break)
• Group riding classes teaching varied commuting skills
  • (Basic Cycling Techniques, Urban Cycling Techniques)

Typical hours for this position range from 8-20 hours per month, depending on availability. This position is highly flexible and BELs can set their own hours. 

BELs create a safe and empowering environment for our members and class participants, fostering the skills and confidence needed to ride and maintain their bikes safely and competently. This is the perfect role for you if you have prior experience repairing and teaching bicycle classes, are an avid bike rider, and love to coach and bolster adult learners from varying backgrounds and skill levels. We especially encourage applicants who come with a deep understanding of the barriers to participation and experiences of historically marginalized riders (for example: women and non-binary, people of color, varying socioeconomic status, etc).

Who We Are

Cascade Bicycle Club, the nation's largest statewide bicycle nonprofit, is 9,500-members, 55-years old, and 51-staff strong, serving bike riders of all ages and abilities throughout the state of Washington. We teach the joys of bicycling, advocate for safe places to ride, and produce community rides and events. Our signature programs include the Seattle to Portland ride, the Pedaling Relief Project, advocacy for connected trail networks and on-street bike networks in Seattle and across the Puget Sound Region, Your Streets Your Say, Free Group Rides, Adult Classes, Let's Go, and the Major Taylor Project. 

Washington Bikes promotes the health, safety, environmental, and economic benefits of bicycling. We advocate for people who bike, endorse political candidates, and hold officials accountable. We collaborate with community members and public officials to shape policies and investments in active transportation that create equitable, sustainable, and thriving communities across Washington state.

Our Values

• Equity - We lead with a racial equity lens to eliminate inequities in community health outcomes and in mobility and transportation access. Bicycles are a tool for liberation.
• Climate Justice & Clean Air - Bicycles are a clean, healthy, and affordable solution to help solve the climate crisis, clean our air, reduce transportation pollution, and create sustainable communities.
• Community - We create opportunities for people to come together by removing barriers and fostering a sense of belonging. Bicycles are an integral part of creating connected, equitable and thriving communities.
• Safety - Safety is a right; we champion spaces that foster physical and emotional wellbeing.
• Collaboration - We share power, resources, and knowledge as a means to enrich lives and form mutually beneficial partnerships. We celebrate the existing strengths of our partners and participants and seek to be an accessible asset for others. 

For a detailed description of the organization and its programs, please visit http://www.cascade.org or http://www.wabikes.org 

What You’ll Bring

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead bicycle riding, maintenance, and/or commuting classes according to established Cascade curriculum
• Maintain a nurturing, safe, and fun environment for learning with ethically responsive teaching practices
• Set-up and tear-down equipment for classes in the bike shop, auditorium, conference rooms, or outside spaces
• Provide class attendees with appropriate constructive verbal feedback during classes
• Implement community building activities, reflections, and discussions to enhance learning
• Respond to, report, and document any and all safety incidents according to protocol
• Provide ongoing feedback for peer instructors and respond to feedback from management, peers, and self-evaluation 

Skills and Competencies

• Experience leading or teaching adult learners
• Direct communication and group facilitation capacity
• Knowledge of bicycle safety and/or bike mechanics
• Punctuality, time management, and organizational skills
• Must be well equipped with social sensitivity skills and have experience navigating conversations relating to equity, diversity, and inclusion

Qualifications

• Great safe riding skills and/or comprehensive knowledge of bike mechanics
• A strong desire to share your knowledge in a supportive environment to new riders
• Experience working in hands-on learning
• Experience supporting racial, health, mobility, and/or environmental equity and justice programs and outcomes
• CPR certification is required for instructors teaching riding classes. Cost of certification will be covered by Cascade if you are hired and are not currently certified. Up-to-date CPR, First Aid or Wilderness First Responder certification a plus
• Ability to speak other languages in addition to English is a huge plus

Job Details 

This position is Part-Time Under, Non-Exempt. This position works out of our office in Magnuson Park, and can include a mix of evening and weekend hours. To be eligible for hire, you must be able to commit a minimum of 8 hours a month, with an optional maximum of 25 hours a week based on the seasonality of this role and class demand.

Commensurate with the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate, the hourly rate of this position is $25.75/hr.

Cascade offers a robust benefits package, which includes:

• 401k with 5% employer matching
• Free entry and guest pass on most Cascade rides
• Paid sick time accrued at a rate of 1 hour per 40 hours worked
• Abundant discounts and offers with retailers and partner organizations (including JBI)
• Beautiful open office workspace with fresh airflow and bright natural lighting.

To Apply 

Submit a resume to resume@cascadebicycleclub.org with “Bike Education Lead” in the subject line.  In the email, please answer the following questions:

• Why would you like to work for Cascade Bicycle Club? 
• What experience(s) or skill(s) do you possess that you feel would positively impact our Adult Education Program?
• What types of classes (from the list at the top of the job description) are you most interested in leading?

Cascade Bicycle Club is on a journey to becoming an anti-racist organization. We strongly encourage applications from people who have historically been underrepresented in the bicycle industry, advocacy, and nonprofit work. 

Cascade is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity, racial equity, and inclusion. Cascade does 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 that the law protects from employment discrimination. We strive to have a diverse board, staff, and volunteer base that is reflective of the communities we serve. This position is subject to reference checks and the completion of a background check. Cascade will consider qualified applicants for employment pursuant to the Seattle Fair Chance Employment Ordinance and Washington State Fair Chance Act.

Covid-19 Vaccination Requirement 

If hired, you will be required to submit proof of vaccination. 

Hiring Timeline 

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis with hiring priority given to applications received by January 2, 2026. The estimated date of hire for this position is March 1, 2026. Attendance will be required at an orientation during the first week of hiring. 

Rides Program Manager

What We Need 

Cascade Bicycle Club is seeking our next Rides Program Manager. The Rides Program Manager will serve our dynamic, well-established, and respected organization by demonstrating a passion for bicycling, an ability to collaborate with people from a range of backgrounds and with differing perspectives, and a passion for creating inclusive and welcoming spaces to grow the joy of riding bicycles in our region. 

The Rides Program Manager oversees, manages, and promotes Cascade Bicycle Club’s Rides Program, including Free Group Rides (FGR), Cascade Training Series and other riding series, and supports Cascade’s Major Events. Free Group Rides are a core component of how Cascade Bicycle Club engages with the Puget Sound Bicycling Community. This unique program involves 280+ volunteer Ride Leaders who create and support over 2,000 annual unique rides open to the public, ideal for both established and new-to-bicycling riders. 

Additionally, this position plays a key support role in the execution of Cascade’s Major events, which involves 14 on-bike events including the Seattle to Portland Bicycle Classic and Chilly Hilly. This position reports to the Events Director and is a member of the events team. The estimated programmatic breakdown of time is: 

• Free Group Rides (55%)
• Cascade Training Series (25%)
• Events support (20%)

Who We Are

Cascade Bicycle Club, the nation's largest statewide bicycle nonprofit, is 9,500-members, 55-years old, and 51-staff strong, serving bike riders of all ages and abilities throughout the state of Washington. We teach the joys of bicycling, advocate for safe places to ride, and produce community rides and events. Our signature programs include the Seattle to Portland ride, the Pedaling Relief Project, advocacy for connected trail networks and on-street bike networks in Seattle and across the Puget Sound Region, Your Streets Your Say, Free Group Rides, Adult Classes, Let's Go, and the Major Taylor Project. 

Washington Bikes promotes the health, safety, environmental, and economic benefits of bicycling. We advocate for people who bike, endorse political candidates, and hold officials accountable. We collaborate with community members and public officials to shape policies and investments in active transportation that create equitable, sustainable, and thriving communities across Washington state.

Our Values

• Equity - We lead with a racial equity lens to eliminate inequities in community health outcomes and in mobility and transportation access. Bicycles are a tool for liberation.
• Climate Justice & Clean Air - Bicycles are a clean, healthy, and affordable solution to help solve the climate crisis, clean our air, reduce transportation pollution, and create sustainable communities.
• Community - We create opportunities for people to come together by removing barriers and fostering a sense of belonging. Bicycles are an integral part of creating connected, equitable and thriving communities.
• Safety - Safety is a right; we champion spaces that foster physical and emotional wellbeing.
• Collaboration - We share power, resources, and knowledge as a means to enrich lives and form mutually beneficial partnerships. We celebrate the existing strengths of our partners and participants and seek to be an accessible asset for others. 

For a detailed description of the organization and its programs, please visit http://www.cascade.org or http://www.wabikes.org 

What You’ll Bring

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Oversee the planning, execution, and evaluation of all rides programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, budgets, and values.
  • Develop systems, infrastructure, and processes that support efficient operations, safety, and program growth.
  • Create monthly ride program newsletters to keep the volunteer cohort informed of policies, programs, safety and other Cascade-related items.
  • Organize and host quarterly Ride Leader community gatherings to foster recognition and excitement for the program and to enhance enthusiasm and partnership within the volunteer cohort.
• Lead and support volunteer committees, Ride Leaders, and program partners to deliver high-quality rides. Build capacity through recruitment, training, recognition, and ongoing leadership development to expand and diversify participation and leadership.
  • Serve as staff lead for the Free Group Rides Committee and chair the Cascade Training Series Steering Committee
  • Partner with committee members to evaluate program performance, strengthen safety practices, and drive innovation in ride offerings.
• Cultivate partnerships with community organizations, local businesses, and other stakeholders to broaden access, promote equity, and develop new ride opportunities in underrepresented communities.
• Provide organizational accountability by responding to rider feedback and questions, and dealing with interpersonal conflicts that may arise related to safety or the Cascade Code of Conduct.
• Secure new volunteers for the programs; both people already with the Cascade eco-system, and new community members. Assist with certification of volunteer Ride Leaders.
• Work cross-functionally with departments such as Advocacy, Education, Events, and Communications to ensure that the rides program supports and enhances Cascade’s broader mission and initiatives.
• Use data and feedback to assess program effectiveness, ensure safety and quality standards, and guide continuous improvement efforts including growing the diversity of rides and Ride Leaders.
• Develop methods for continuing education for Ride Leaders that continue to provide this key volunteer group with the resources and training (e.g. implicit bias training, leadership and technical skills, etc.) they need to be successful in a Ride Leader role at Cascade.
• Contribute to the successful execution of major events and seasonal operations as part of Cascade’s professional events team.

Skills and Competencies

• Diplomatic, with a strong ability to build positive relationships with a diverse array of volunteers, especially those with divergent perspectives. Comfortable having tough conversations.
• Familiarity with participation and leading group bicycle rides and group riding best practices is a plus
• Patience and ability to coach.
• Desire to build communities that bicycle and to bring the opportunity to bicycle to underserved and diverse communities and to people that represent a wide range of comfort and familiarity with bicycle riding for transportation and recreation.
• Experience in promoting equity and inclusiveness within programming and a desire to center equity in this work
• Experience and capability with digital media platforms, including Ride with GPS, Facebook groups, and Strava, as tools to communicate about rides, and identify potential new ride leaders.
• Proven project management experience.
• Strong communication skills, including newsletter drafting.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently as well as in teams.
• Ability to meet deadlines, be attentive to detail, and to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Salesforce experience is a plus.
• Certification as a Cascade Free Group Ride Leader is expected within one year of start date.

Qualifications

• One to three years of volunteer management experience.
• Experience supporting racial, health, mobility, and/or environmental equity and justice programs or policy outcomes
• Demonstrated ability to work with a variety of personality types, facilitate large groups, and provide stellar customer service.
• This position requires a person to be able to lift up to 45 lbs to load and unload event trucks as well as bend, lift, and move.
• This position requires a valid Washington driver license or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire.
• Availability and willingness to frequently work evenings, weekends, and odd hours to lead rides and events.
• Comfort driving large vans and U-Hauls preferred.

Job Details 

This position is full-time non-exempt and remote-hybrid eligible. Generally, work can be done off-site, provided there is no loss to team collaboration, the needs of the organization, and the essential functions of the position. However, residence in Washington state and the ability to come into the office one day a week is required. During event season (April-September), this position requires regular prep work at the office in Magnuson Park and presence at events in the greater Puget Sound region. Typical weekly hours for this position are 40 hours. In event season this includes regular evening and weekend work.

Commensurate with the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate, the salary range starts at $68,251 with a midpoint of $81,901, along with a competitive benefits package. New hires typically start between minimum and midpoint. 

Cascade offers a robust benefits package, which includes:

• Employer-sponsored health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Optional long-term disability and additional life insurance coverage
• Option to contribute to a health and/or dependent care FSA
• 401k with 5% employer matching
• 160 hours of paid time off front-loaded annually + 12 paid sick days + 12 paid federal holidays
• Office-wide paid winter recess between December 25 and January 1
• 4 weeks paid parental leave after one year of employment
• Flexible schedule available
• ORCA transit pass
• $60 monthly cell phone stipend
• Free entry and guest pass on most Cascade rides
• Abundant discounts and offers with retailers and partner organizations
• Beautiful open office workspace with fresh airflow and bright natural lighting.
• Option to sit or stand with individual, adjustable motorized desks.

To Apply 

Submit a resume and cover letter to resume@cascade.org with “Rides Program Manager” in the subject line. 

Cascade Bicycle Club is on a journey to becoming an anti-racist organization. We strongly encourage applications from people who have historically been underrepresented in the bicycle industry, advocacy, and nonprofit work. 

Cascade is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity, racial equity, and inclusion. Cascade does 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 that the law protects from employment discrimination. We strive to have a diverse board, staff, and volunteer base that is reflective of the communities we serve. This position is subject to reference checks and the completion of a background check. Cascade will consider qualified applicants for employment pursuant to the Seattle Fair Chance Employment Ordinance and Washington State Fair Chance Act.

Covid-19 Vaccination Requirement 

If hired, you will be required to submit proof of vaccination. 

Hiring Timeline 

First review of applications will occur on November 17.
The estimated date of hire for this position is January 2026.

Pierce County MTP Ride Leader

What We Need 

Cascade Bicycle Club is looking for self-motivated cyclists with a passion for youth development and building community to work part time for the Major Taylor Project. MTP Ride Leaders facilitate after-school and summer bicycle enrichment programming for racially, ethnically, and linguistically diverse students in 6th - 12th grade. 

Reporting to the Pierce County MTP Manager, MTP Ride Leaders are responsible for weekly route planning, lesson planning and facilitation, mentoring, organizing, and leading small group rides for young people in the greater Seattle and Tacoma area. 

Ride Leaders will be assigned at least one club to coordinate and lead, with an option for more. MTP clubs provide youth with the opportunity to explore their communities, build relationships with fellow riders, continuously challenge themselves, and have fun. This is a great opportunity for an individual with a passion for cycling and teaching, counseling, or advocacy.

Candidates with bicycle mechanical experience desired. 

Bilingual candidates (e.g. Spanish, Vietnamese, Somali, Portuguese) strongly desired. 

Who We Are

Cascade Bicycle Club, the nation's largest statewide bicycle nonprofit, is 9,500-members, 55-years old, and 51-staff strong, serving bike riders of all ages and abilities throughout the state of Washington. We teach the joys of bicycling, advocate for safe places to ride, and produce community rides and events. Our signature programs include the Seattle to Portland ride, the Pedaling Relief Project, advocacy for connected trail networks and on-street bike networks in Seattle and across the Puget Sound Region, the Your Streets Your Say, Free Group Rides, Adult Classes, Let's Go, and the Major Taylor Project. 

The Major Taylor Project is a youth development program within the Education Department at Cascade Bicycle Club.The Education department shares the joy of cycling with young people across Washington state. We are dedicated to creating, sharing, and improving programs that are inclusive, impactful, and responsive to our diverse community. 

The Major Taylor Project works to break down barriers to cycling for youth of color. We believe that bicycling is a form of exercise that fosters not only healthy bodies and minds, but also healthy communities. Students that participate in our free-of-cost program also have the opportunity to receive a bicycle and safety equipment free-of-cost.

MTP students are encouraged to use the bicycle to expand their worldview and explore the agency they have to change themselves and their communities. Programming takes place at partnering schools and community-based organizations throughout King and Pierce county. 

Our Values

• Equity - We lead with a racial equity lens to eliminate inequities in community health outcomes and in mobility and transportation access. Bicycles are a tool for liberation.
• Climate Justice & Clean Air - Bicycles are a clean, healthy, and affordable solution to help solve the climate crisis, clean our air, reduce transportation pollution, and create sustainable communities.
• Community - We create opportunities for people to come together by removing barriers and fostering a sense of belonging. Bicycles are an integral part of creating connected, equitable and thriving communities.
• Safety - Safety is a right; we champion spaces that foster physical and emotional wellbeing.
• Collaboration - We share power, resources, and knowledge as a means to enrich lives and form mutually beneficial partnerships. We celebrate the existing strengths of our partners and participants and seek to be an accessible asset for others. 

For a detailed description of the organization and its programs, please visit http://www.cascade.org or http://www.wabikes.org 

What You’ll Bring

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Facilitate bicycling education regarding:
  • Learning to ride a bicycle
  • Using a bicycle as safe, active transportation
  • Bicycle maintenance/assembly
• Plan, coordinate, and implement weekly rides, and program activities
• Visual documentation of club operations, eg, weekly photos and videos of club activities
• Be responsible for safety and risk management
• Conduct outreach and recruitment activities for MTP bike clubs
• Build a supportive MTP community through facilitation of team building activities and growth-mindset engagement
• Record and maintain all relevant administrative data for site programming including: attendance records, volunteer records, completed rides, etc.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace, fleet, and supportive equipment library, communicating supply needs, fleet maintenance, and site challenges 

Qualifications

• Desire and skill to work with youth between the ages of 12 to 18
• Ability to ride a bike proficiently for extended periods of time with others
• Commitment to Social Justice and Racial Equity
• Group management and facilitation skills
• Patience, punctuality, and accountability
• Must be willing and able to work outdoors in varied conditions
• Basic computer knowledge and skills
• Must pass a background check for work directly with minors
• Willingness to learn

Desired Qualifications

• In-depth bicycling experience
• Experience with bicycle repair and/or maintenance
• Conflict mediation experience
• Youth development and enrichment experience
• Lived experience in the communities where MTP operates
• Experience supporting racial, health, mobility, and/or environmental equity and justice programs and outcomes
• Multi-lingual

Job Details 

This is a Part-time, hourly Non-Exempt position. This position is primarily field-work based, working at various schools and community-based organizations in Pierce County. Team members may be assigned to work a maximum of 30 hrs/wk during club seasons. Salary for this position ranges from $22.75-26.75/hour, depending on experience. 

Seasons and Hours of Clubs:

• Ride Leader hours vary, with traditional hours of operation ranging between 2 p.m. and 5 p.m.
  • Club rides run 2-3 hours per club day
  • Clubs operate one day per week
• Billable Hours
  • The average club should provide at least 4hr/wk of work (Approximate Hours)
    • 1.5 hr of planning & administrative work
    • 2.5 hours of club operations including set-up and clean-up
  • Ride Leaders are expected to scout and pre-ride routes, billing for these hours
• Programming Seasons align with the academic year, with some weekend and summer event and programming opportunities
• Ride Leaders are expected to attend all of their scheduled clubs for a complete season
  • Seasons are between 8 and 10 weeks, depending on the site
  • Ride Leaders can work up to 3 clubs in a season, when available
  • Non-health related absences and work conflicts should be communicated at least a week in advance
• Seasons (Approximate Schedule)
  • Fall Programming
    • Mid-September to Late November
    • Limited MTP work availability Late November to Mid-January
  • Winter Programming
    • Mid-January to Mid-April
  • Spring Programming
    • April to the end of the school year
  • Summer Programming
    • Mid-June to Mid-August
    • Limited MTP work availability Late-August to Mid-September

MTP Ride Leaders Incentives:

• CPR Training Reimbursement
• Open Access to Bicycle Education and Maintenance courses
• $.38/hr Phone stipend for route navigation & communication
• $1/hr Travel stipend for bike use

Cascade offers a robust benefits package, which includes:

• 401k with 5% employer matching
• Free entry and guest pass on most Cascade rides
• Paid sick time accrued at a rate of 1 hour per 40 hours worked
• Abundant discounts and offers with retailers and partner organizations
• Optional open-office environment. The Cascade office is open to employees during office hours. Ride Leader is a field-based position.

This position is Part-Time Under and does not include employer-sponsored health insurance. 

To Apply 

Submit a resume to resume@cascade.org with “Pierce County MTP Ride Leader” in the subject line. In the email, please answer the following questions:

• What interests you about the Major Taylor Project?
• What skill sets do you possess that would positively contribute to the Major Taylor Project?
• Please indicate if you have the ability to travel to other neighborhoods for MTP: MTP currently operates in South Tacoma, Lincoln District, East Tacoma, and Puyallup.

Cascade Bicycle Club is on a journey to becoming an anti-racist organization. We strongly encourage applications from people who have historically been underrepresented in the bicycle industry, advocacy, and nonprofit work. 

Cascade is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity, racial equity, and inclusion. Cascade does 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 that the law protects from employment discrimination. We strive to have a diverse board, staff, and volunteer base that is reflective of the communities we serve. This position is subject to reference checks and the completion of a background check. Cascade will consider qualified applicants for employment pursuant to the Seattle Fair Chance Employment Ordinance and Washington State Fair Chance Act.

Covid-19 Vaccination Requirement 

If hired, you will be required to submit proof of vaccination. 

Hiring Timeline 

Estimated date of hire for this position is September 2025.

Volunteering

For upcoming volunteer opportunities, visit cascade.org/volunteer