(USTA) United States Tennis Association · 22 hours ago
Director, Infrastructure and Capital Partnerships
The United States Tennis Association (USTA) is the national governing body for the sport of tennis, focused on promoting and developing the sport's growth. The Director of Infrastructure and Capital Partnerships will lead strategic initiatives to strengthen USTA's impact through partnerships, enhancing play opportunities and optimizing collaborations with public and private organizations.
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Responsibilities
Serve as a primary strategic advisor to National and Section leaders on emerging infrastructural partnering strategy
Support the alignment of partnering opportunities with both new and proposed USTA programs
Project manage project partnership efforts between USTA and key national allied organizations, as directed
Co-develop new and refine existing approaches for partnership grants with the Director of Grantmaking, to meet emerging partnering opportunities
Collaborate within the core business unit and across national shared services groups to add value to allied indirect initiatives
Research and stay abreast of connections and trends between tennis, wellness, public parks, private health clubs, and private land developers, with the goal of identifying shared opportunities in key markets
Work closely with the USTA marketing and communications teams to highlight compelling stories that can expand awareness and impact
Develop strong working relationships with various national and regional USTA teams
Develop strong working relationships with external partners, including expectation alignment and the development of mutually beneficial agreements
Present the USTA in national forums, events, and industry associations
Develop and deliver presentations for USTA meetings, online webinar training, and any external client meetings
Manage Public Park Ambassador and Court Builders Cohort
Cultivate and manage content for Premier Facility meetings and summit
Qualification
Required
8–10 years of experience building mutually beneficial partnerships
Strong consulting skillset, including facilitation, identifying shared value, strategy development, and cross-organizational advising
Deep understanding of public agency processes
Deep understanding of land development-related processes
Demonstrated experience managing complex projects within a capital delivery environment
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
A collaborator with a growth-oriented mindset and an ability to build trust quickly
Preferred
Experience working for a mission-based organization
Experience supporting the development of legal agreements
Experience working directly with governmental entities, national membership organizations, and private land developers
Familiarity with public-private partnerships, policy development, and legal tools
Passion for health and wellness
Benefits
Flexibility: Our Hybrid with Flexibility approach combines a balance of remote working with in-office collaboration to spark teamwork and creativity.
Comprehensive benefits designed to meet your unique needs: Medical, dental, vision, access to doctors virtually, a flexible spending account to manage your health and dependent care expenses, and life and disability insurance are a small part of our offerings.
Time to recharge and energize: Generous paid time off policy - including vacation, sick, personal, and paid holidays, parental leave, and a paid winter recess.
Plan for your future financially and professionally: 401(k) with employer matching (up to 6.5%), promotional and growth opportunities, Learning and Development programs to learn on the job, and up to $5,000 for tuition reimbursement.
Mental and emotional wellness: Resources for overall well-being including mental health and meditation benefits.
Other cool perks: A personalized health management program, pet insurance, commuter benefits, identity theft protection, discounts with our network of partners, and fun events are just a few of the optional benefits available.
Company
(USTA) United States Tennis Association
The United States Tennis Association (USTA) is the national governing body for the sport of tennis and the recognized leader in promoting and developing the sport’s growth at every level in the United States, from local communities to the crown jewel of the professional game, the US Open.
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