Executive Director

The Executive Director provides the leadership of the organization and direction to promote positive youth development outcomes. The Executive Director leads the organization through programmatic, operational, and financial oversight in accordance with the goals and values of the Board of Directors and organizational stakeholders. The Executive Director is responsible for building relationships and strengthening the Grassroots’ mission within the communities of both Norwalk and Stamford, CT.

The Board is seeking a new Executive Director who will provide strategic leadership; ensure the development and delivery of tennis and educational enrichment programs, while bringing a fresh perspective; revisit, refine and implement the strategic plan and vision; leverage Grassroots’ assets, reputation, and talented staff; galvanize its community and alliance partnerships; implement a staff development program; drive fundraising efforts; be a strong communicator; and maintain and develop a strong relationship with the Board.

Ideal candidates will have a solid nonprofit sector management, youth development or sport background and/or experience i.e., as a champion and advocate for the mental, physical, emotional, and social benefits of sports related youth development programs; a track record of leadership and meaningful staff development; exhibited strong board relations and financial acumen; and have had successful experiences building both collaborative and fund development relationships.

The new leader must be able to enact a lens of racial equity and advocacy, a connector on community engagement, and a strategic thinker.

Salary: A competitive base salary range of $100,000 - $120,000 based on requisite work experience and performance during the interview process.

This search is being conducted by Roosevelt Smith. All submissions are confidential. To express an interest, candidates should include a resume and cover letter, and apply via email to: EDSearch@ngtenniseducation.org with the following in subject heading: Grassroots Executive Director.

Please also indicate how you learned of the opportunity, along with salary expectations and attach any other relevant information (e.g., published articles, presentations, etc.). All applications will be acknowledged and kept strictly confidential. Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled.