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President/Executive Director Tee It Up For The Troops

Burnsville, MN

Part-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$150K/yr - $165K/yr

Tee It Up for the Troops is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to honoring and supporting military veterans. The President/Executive Director will lead the organization by setting strategic direction, managing fundraising efforts, and overseeing operational activities to ensure the mission is effectively executed.

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Responsibilities

Lead and execute the strategic direction of the organization

Responsible for fundraising, major sponsorship recruitment and retention, overseeing operational activities, and implementing plans and policies in partnership with the Board of Directors

Provide vision and leadership to Tee It Up for the Troops and its various events and operations across the country

Serve as the primary spokesperson for the organization nationally

Be a collaborative team player who is willing to be 'hands-on' when necessary but understands when to step back and lead the team

Ensure the team clearly understands performance expectations and that assigned tasks are reasonable, well-conceived, and appropriately conveyed

Provide resources necessary to allow employees to perform their jobs effectively and be fair and firm in adherence to organization policy and procedure

Recommend, monitor, and manage policies, operating procedures, and staffing for all areas; recognize the needs and consistently perform high levels of service in each of these operating areas

Lead the evolution and transformation of the organization to ensure alignment with its mission and vision, fostering a culture of excellence through strong governance, an engaged Board of Directors, and a high-performing team of staff and volunteers

Develop an annual budget for review and approval by the Board of Directors and ensure that expenditures are within the budgeted amounts

Direct financial activities and decision-making based on plans and policies as directed by the Board of Directors

Practice sound fiscal management to ensure adequate funds are available to permit the organization to carry out its mission

Oversee financial stewardship and accountability to support long-term mission impact

Evaluate, modernize, and strengthen organizational systems and processes including CRM, donor management platforms, and event management tools to enhance operational efficiency, data integrity, and long term organizational effectiveness

Recruit, manage, inspire, motivate, and empower a strong volunteer/staff team

Prepare for the anticipated growth of the organization

Develop and implement appropriate human resource policies and procedures, including training, career development, hiring and firing, succession planning, and performance management for all staff

Align staff roles and responsibilities with organizational priorities, ensuring clarity and efficiency to achieve mission-driven outcomes

Coordinate and evaluate the work of staff, volunteers, Board members, and Committees

Oversee the planning, execution, and evaluation of all organizational activities—including golf events, reunions, programs, and services—to ensure quality, impact, and alignment with the mission

Lead efforts to recruit and engage volunteers, donors, and sponsors at both national and local levels to strengthen organizational capacity and sustainability

Manage operational and programming activities from concept to completion

Develop goals and objectives for consideration by the Board of Directors

Execute the organization’s Strategic Plan and oversee action steps in the plan of action

Develop and sustain a diverse funding base

Raise visibility of the organization through the development and implementation of a sustainable marketing campaign that focuses on sponsors, volunteers, and public participation

Implement creative strategies to increase event sponsorships and expand the public awareness of the TIUFTT mission and objectives

Oversee fundraising planning and implementation, including identifying resource requirements, researching new funding resources, establishing strategies to approach new donors, and administering fundraising records and documentation

Lead overall marketing, social media, and public affairs efforts

Assure the organization and its mission, programs, products and services are consistently presented in a strong, positive image to relevant stakeholders

Promote an organizational culture that fosters passion for the mission, cooperation, open and frequent communication, teamwork, and a common organizational vision

Oversee recruitment and development of strong Board, Chapter, and volunteer participation

Oversee the vision for the organization’s key outreach program and deliver an exceptional experience for the participating warriors and caregivers, nonprofit partners, and sponsors

Actively engage in the retention and recruitment of sponsors and donors to effectively cover the core expenses for hosting this annual event

Work with the host venue to minimize costs and maximize the experience for all attendees

Work with the Board to evaluate the feasibility of expanding the REUNION program to include additional markets and dates

Qualification

Fundraising experienceNonprofit leadershipEvent managementStrategic planningFinancial managementCommunication skillsTeam leadershipRelationship buildingFlexibilityProblem-solving