Executive Director-757Swim - Military Veterans

Overview

Executive Director

757swim, located in Williamsburg, VA, has been an innovative swim community leading with results and inspiring exceptional character through the culture of the team since 2015. Our mission is working together to make everyone better in a safe and supportive environment. To read more about us, please visit our website at www.757-swim.com

The Opportunity

757swim is currently seeking an Executive Director to join our team. The Executive Director (ED) reports directly to the Board of Directors (BOD) and is subject to the organization's official bylaws. The ED will build and grow a culture of excellence for 757Swim, providing strategic direction and daily operational oversight to all senior staff ensuring the achievement of the organization's mission, as well as the annual goals and objectives. The ED will also have the experience and ability to contribute as a coach to support group practice needs. The ED will lead the development of the organization as a strategic partner to the BOD and will participate and advise on the impact of long-range planning, and the introduction of new programs and strategies. They will work closely with the Board of Directors to successfully fulfill its governance function through accurate and timely reporting, financial stewardship, program growth and sustainment, adequate and effective communication, and adherence first and foremost to the mission of 757Swim.

Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the day-to-day operation of the entire organization to include; o Budget development, adherence, and reporting
• Monthly BOD reporting
• Leading leadership staff meetings
• Facility operations
• Facility improvement projects
• Organizational events
• Insurance coverage and compliance
• Safe Sport Compliance
• Vendor Contracts
• Sponsorship Development Program
• Collaborate with all senior leaders to develop and implement the strategic goals and objectives of the organization
• Develop marketable service delivery models consistent with the mission of the organization
• Nurture existing relationships with community partners and expand collaborative partnership opportunities through direct, individual outreach to targeted entities
• Collaborate with the senior leadership team to identify potential partnerships, develop presentation and marketing materials and lead partnership presentations
• Provide leadership and guidance to the internal teams (wet and dry side) to streamline the business development processes and provide operational input to program designs to ensure consistency in program delivery capabilities and expectations
• Develop and provide operational strategic recommendations to the BOD on personnel resource and infrastructure analysis and projections
• Engage senior leaders for research, evaluation, and development training to facilitate cross-department collaboration that ensures that all financial, program, and facility needs are met
• Assure that the organization and its mission is consistently presented in a strong, positive manner to all relevant stakeholders
• Collaborate with the BOD and Community partners on new funding opportunities. Participate in meetings, the development of budgets, and roll out of partnerships
• Responsible for coaching an age group or senior level practice group
• Maintain a positive practice and meet environment
• Follow USA Swimming policies, including Safe Sport, and maintain current credentials
• Provides direct supervision to the Head Coach and Director of Operations
• Provides indirect supervision to all other support staff
• Work onsite and keep regular business hours to maintain connection to the staff and facility (80% onsite, 20% remote)

• 10 years of professional experience required, to include familiarity with USA Swimming
• 10 years of coaching experience required
• Proven managerial and leadership experience required
• Experience in successful strategy and program design and delivery; including business case preparation, service initiation, contract negotiation, and the development and monitoring of outcome and output measures

• Compensation: Full -Time, Exempt, $80,000 - $95,000 with an opportunity for performance based incentives
• Benefits: Medical and Retirement plan options, Paid Leave (annual vacation and sick time)