Newtrax Executive Director White Bear Lake, MN

Active Searches Executive Director Company: Newtrax Location: White Bear Lake, MN Date Posted: September 09, 2026 Express Interest Share: About Newtrax Newtrax is dedicated to creating transportation access and bridging gaps to meaningful vocation and community life for individuals whose opportunities might otherwise be limited. Through safe, compassionate, reliable, and cost-effective transportation services, Newtrax enables adults with disabilities and seniors to access employment, programs, services, and opportunities to participate fully in their communities. Founded in 2011 through a collaborative venture between two disability and human services organizations, Merrick, Inc. and PAI, Newtrax was established to address a critical transportation need for the individuals served by its founding partners. Today, Newtrax provides more than 1,200 one-way rides each day for adults with disabilities, seniors, and others with other unmet transportation needs, approximately one-third of which require lift-equipped vehicles. Through partnerships with organizations across its communities, Newtrax continues to expand access to essential transportation services and help ensure individuals can stay connected to their communities. Newtrax is proud to have been named a Best Place to Work in 2025, marking the third consecutive year the organization has received this recognition. The award reflects Newtrax's commitment to fostering a positive, engaging, and supportive work environment for its team members. As Newtrax continues to grow and evolve, it remains committed to creating an environment where employees feel valued, supported, and connected to the organization's mission and the people it serves. Driving the work at Newtrax is a commitment to the core values of: Safety - Ensure the safety of riders, employees, and the community at large. Customer Service - Bring value to everyone we encounter. Community Asset - Collaboratively bridging transportation gaps. Efficiency - Creatively maximizing safety and productivity while reducing expenses, work, and energy. Innovation - Consider the here and now but also the what’s next. Learn more about Newtrax at https://www.newtrax.org/ . The Opportunity Newtrax is seeking an Executive Director (ED) to build upon a strong foundation while helping shape the organization’s future. Operationally stable, financially sound, and supported by a highly committed and experienced team, Newtrax is a respected organization with a clear purpose: helping people access transportation and remain connected to their communities. The next ED will succeed a long-time leader and have the opportunity to guide the organization through this transition with thoughtfulness, empathy, and a deep respect for the culture and people that have contributed to Newtrax’s success. This is an exciting opportunity for a leader who can honor the organization’s history while bringing fresh perspective and helping Newtrax identify new ways to strengthen its impact and respond to the evolving transportation needs of the individuals, partners, and communities it serves. At its core, Newtrax operates at the intersection of transportation, independence, and community connection. The next ED will have an opportunity to think broadly about how the organization can continue to meet community needs in a changing environment while ensuring that its services remain accessible, responsive, and sustainable. The ED will also serve as a key ambassador for Newtrax throughout White Bear Lake and the surrounding communities, building relationships with community leaders, partner organizations, funders, the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT), other government agencies, and a broad range of stakeholders. An advisory committee of local, county, and state representatives further helps Newtrax stay connected to evolving community transportation needs and opportunities. Working closely with the board, staff, founding organizations, and community partners, the ED will provide strategic and organizational leadership while bringing people together around a shared vision for the future. A key opportunity will be leading a thoughtful strategic planning process that identifies priorities for growth, strengthens organizational alignment, and how Newtrax can deepen its impact in the years ahead. From leveraging technology and improving processes to finding efficiencies that enhance service delivery and better support staff, the ED will help position the organization for continued success. The next ED will balance a strategic perspective with a strong understanding of the day-to-day realities of the organization, bringing people along through change and building shared ownership for Newtrax’s next chapter. Candidate Profile We recognize that there is a spectrum of lived and professional experience that will set candidates up for success in this role. While no one candidate will have every experience outlined in the position description, ideal candidates will display the following professional and personal qualities, skills, and characteristics: Mission-Driven & Collaborative Leadership The ED will be motivated by the opportunity to lead an organization that plays an indispensable role in helping people access essential services, maintain independence, and stay connected to their communities. The ED will bring a collaborative leadership style and a genuine appreciation for the relationships that have contributed to Newtrax’s success. Working closely with the board, member organizations, staff, community partners, and other stakeholders, the ED will balance respect for Newtrax’s history and culture with the curiosity and confidence to consider new opportunities. Strategic Leadership The next ED will be forward-thinking and able to build on what is working well while helping define a clear and compelling vision for the future. Comfortable assessing the landscape and identifying opportunities for innovation and partnerships,