Executive Director

Sioux Falls, SD - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 20 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Executive Director - Job Description

DakotaAlliance Soccer Club (DASC):

DASC is a non-profit 501(c)(3) soccer club organization serving the community of Sioux Falls South Dakota and surrounding communities. DASC provides competitive and recreational soccer opportunities for children through adult and is dedicated to developing the values of sportsmanship teamwork and integrity. The club currently has over 4000 children and adults participating in its various programs.

Overview:

DASC is immediately seeking a well-qualified candidate to serve as a full-time Executive Director. Responsibilities will be to provide strategic leadership operational oversight and community representation and point of contact for significant issues affecting the development and delivery of DASCs programs and services. This position will report directly to the Board of Directors and will be responsible for advancing the mission ensuring financial sustainability overseeing program and staff and fostering a positive and inclusive experience for all participants. Work will include a mix of office remote and field-based work with possibility for some seasonal and weekend commitments required.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership and Governance
- Partner with the Board of Directors to develop and implement DASCs programming financial and strategic plans
- Regular reporting to the Board on operations finances and key performance metrics
- Assist with development and implementation of effective personnel policies and infrastructure plans for DASC and its programs
- Develop and maintain key partnerships with area city councils; community park and rec divisions; and youth state regional and national soccer associations
- Ensure compliance with bylaws policies risk management standards and applicable local state and national governing bodies
Senior Administrator
- Oversee all league operations including recreational competitive developmental and adult programs
- Ensure consistent high-quality player coach and referee experiences across all age groups
- Manage facilities usage and ensure all programs have adequate time and space to practice
- Identify and pursue revenue opportunities including sponsorships grants fundraising and partnerships
- Develop and manage a $2.5 million budget; monitor financial performance and cash flow; oversee accounting financial reporting audits and internal controls
- Direct planning acquisition improvement and maintenance of DASCs property and facilities
- Attend all board meetings and most committee meetings
Staff Management
- Lead hire supervise and evaluate staff to include updating staff objectives annually
- Provide opportunities for staff development growth and education
- Support and empower volunteer leaders coaches and committee members
- Foster a positive culture focused on collaboration accountability and service
- Ensure compliance with employment laws background checks and SafeSport requirements
Marketing and Fundraising
- Serve as the public face of DASC to families sponsors schools municipalities and governing bodies

- Create and promote marketing branding and communications strategies to support registrations player retention and engagement
- Monitor digital communications including website registration platforms email and social media to ensure there is a clear and consistent message of the DASC strategic vision
- Identify pursue and secure opportunities for grants sponsorships donations and lead a capital campaign to support DASCs development and programs

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Ideal candidate will have proven leadership experience in nonprofit management youth sports or a mission-driven organization with strong financial/accounting and operational management skills and excellent communication interpersonal and conflict-resolution abilities. Experience working with boards staff volunteers and diverse community stakeholders required. Applicant must have the ability to manage multiple priorities in a seasonal deadline-driven environment and demonstrate an ability to plan organize and direct comprehensive programs in a successful organization. Applicants should be self-motivated demonstrate an ability to maintain high morale and enthusiasm be able to work autonomously and demonstrate an ability to lead a team of employees and volunteers. Soccer knowledge is ideal but not required.

Minimum Education and Experience:

Bachelors degree in business nonprofit management sports management or a related field with five or more years of professional experience preferred.

Salary:

Salary starting at $90000 annually commensurate with experience plus a benefits package.

To Apply:

Please send cover letter CV/Resume and contact information of two references to

Required Experience:

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Executive Director - Job DescriptionDakotaAlliance Soccer Club (DASC):DASC is a non-profit 501(c)(3) soccer club organization serving the community of Sioux Falls South Dakota and surrounding communities. DASC provides competitive and recreational soccer opportunities for children through adult and ...