Chief Operating Officer Sportable Creating opportunities. Transforming lives.

Sportable is seeking its next Chief Operating Officer (COO). This position offers a unique opportunity to provide executive leadership, drive strategic operations, and make a lasting impact in the adaptive sports community.

As the Chief Operating Officer, you will be part of a dynamic organization that directly influences positive change by helping individuals with disabilities participate in sports and recreational activities.

Interested in learning more about this job Scroll down and find out what skills, experience and educational qualifications are needed.

Sportable Overview

Sportable is Central Virginia’s premier adaptive sports club (www.sportable.org). Sportable brings people together to build inclusive communities and provides hope for individuals with disabilities through adaptive sports.

The organization is poised to increase its impact through various programs, events, and advocacy, fostering a culture that is inclusive, kind, and professional.

Responsibilities

• Leadership : The COO will act as a strategic partner alongside the CEO to establish and advance the organization’s vision, operational strategy, and recruitment goals.
• Human Resource Management : They will oversee successful recruitment, seamless onboarding, ongoing professional development, effective performance evaluation, and strong employee retention.
• Financial Management : The COO will offer guidance and strategic direction to support financial operations, including the annual operating budget, audit, and 990 filing;

as well as 501(c)(3) compliance.

• Community and Stakeholder Engagement : This person will represent the organization to strategic partners and grant funders, which may include state and local government agencies, corporate entities, and others.
• Compliance : The COO will ensure organizational adherence to national and local business regulations and take appropriate measures when needed.

Qualifications

Qualified candidates must have a strong work ethic, be passionate about Sportable’s mission, and share the values of the organization.

The following qualifications are important :

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, human resources, or similar field.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in a senior administrative management role, preferably within a nonprofit.
• Strong judgment, analytic reasoning, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Experience with CRMs / databases, Salesforce a plus.
• Fluency in Microsoft Office Suite Word, Excel, PowerPoint; as well as PowerBI.
• This position is on-site with visibility expected in Sportable’s internal and external community.

Compensation and Benefits

• Starting annual salary $110,000 commensurate with experience
• Health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits
• Generous paid vacation and sick leave allotment
• Great teamwork environment

To Apply

If you meet the qualifications outlined above, please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your qualifications and why you are interested in joining the Sportable team by clicking here.

For best consideration, resumes should be received by October 15, 2024. Sportable provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Due to the nature of our work, persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Individuals with a background in healthcare, occupational or recreational therapy, or counseling are also encouraged to apply.

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