Director of Programs - RCX Sports Foundation

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Seniority: Lead

About the role

The RCX Sports Foundation works to develop, promote, and implement diversity and inclusion in youth sports as the non-profit arm of RCX Sports. The foundation focuses on expanding youth sports opportunities so all children can experience athletics in a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment. No child’s circumstance in life should ever keep them from the lifelong benefits of sports. Sports for all.   As the Director of Programs, you’ll lead the national strategy, performance, and growth of the RCX Sports Foundation’s programs, ensuring initiatives are aligned to mission, scalable, and delivered with consistent quality across markets. This role sets program direction, establishes frameworks and operating rhythms, and partners cross-functionally to support planning, launch, and execution across Foundation initiatives, including girls’ and women’s flag football, Special Olympics programming, and emerging priorities as the organization expands.   This Director of Programs will build and manage partnerships with the NFL/NFL Clubs and other key stakeholders (collegiate governing bodies, school systems, parks and recreation agencies, and nonprofit organizations) to expand access, participation, and sustainable pathways, while also providing oversight, measurement, and continuous improvement across additional Foundation programs over time.    <div>Job Responsibilities:</div> <div> <ul> <li>Strategy, Leadership & Stakeholder Alignment  <ul> <li>Own and execute the national strategy for girls’ and women’s flag football growth, translating priorities into clear plans, timelines, and measurable outcomes. </li> <li>Serve as a central point of coordination across key stakeholders (NFL, NFL Clubs, NFHS, NCAA/NAIA/NJCAA, state associations, college programs, league operators, and partners) to align priorities and drive execution. </li> <li>Coordinate cross-functionally with internal teams to plan and deliver launches, events, and partnership activations. </li> <li>As the Foundation grows, take on oversight of additional program areas as needed, including club and league partnerships, community impact initiatives, and corporate partners as needed. </li> </ul> </li> <li>Partnerships & Growth  <ul> <li>Build, manage, and deepen partnerships with the NFL/NFL Clubs and other external stakeholders to expand access and participation. </li> <li>Support growth in priority markets by working with local partners to launch, strengthen, or expand programming. </li> <li>Identify barriers to participation (equipment, coaching, facilities, cost, awareness, transportation, etc.) and implement practical solutions. </li> </ul> </li> <li>Program Development & Pathway Expansion  <ul> <li>Identify, design, and scale program models (leagues, clinics, tournaments, camps, and community-based initiatives) that increase participation and retention. </li> <li>Lead program planning through frameworks, resources, and best practices that help partners sustainably launch and operate girls’ flag programs. </li> <li>Strengthen participation pathways by connecting youth programs to middle/high school, collegiate, and emerging competitive opportunities. </li> <li>Support high school sanctioning and state advocacy efforts by tracking progress, coordinating with local stakeholders, and preparing materials/data insights to advance sanctioning goals. </li> <li>Support collegiate pathway expansion by hosting informational sessions, serving as the primary point of contact for new and existing college programs, and building partnerships with governing bodies/conferences. </li> <li>Partner with schools and program leaders on coaching, officiating, and leadership resources; support onboarding tools and best practices to help programs launch and scale. </li> </ul> </li> <li>Foundation Initiatives & Fundraising Support  <ul> <li>Support RCX Sports Foundation program initiatives (grants, scholarships, equipment resources, micro-grants, and start-up toolkits) and contribute to partner deliverables tied to funders. </li> <li>Partner with Development to support fundraising by providing strategy, impact narratives, and data; identify partnership opportunities aligned to philanthropic goals. </li> </ul> </li> <li>Ambassadors, Communications & Visibility  <ul> <li>Build and manage ambassador programming (including expansion pathways such as junior ambassadors) to increase participation, retention, and visibility. </li> <li>Support marketing and storytelling efforts (impact narratives, earned media, and content development) and help produce periodic impact reporting. </li> </ul> </li> <li>Metrics, Reporting & Budget  <ul> <li>Establish metrics and reporting to monitor participation trends, program performance, and impact; use insights to drive continuous improvement. </li> <li>Maintain dashboards/trackers and establish a reporting cadence for participation growth, sanctioning progress, college program adoption, resource distribution, and event participation metrics. </li> <li>Own the annual budget and forecasting for girls’ flag initiatives; manage expenses and ensure alignment with Foundation financial requirements.</li> </ul> </li> </ul> </div> <div>Minimum Qualifications:</div> <div> <ul> <li>Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management, Education, Recreation, or a related field. </li> <li>7–10 years of experience in sports, youth sports, community programming, nonprofit leadership, or a related field. </li> <li>Demonstrated experience building and managing partnerships with leagues, schools, parks and recreation agencies, nonprofits, and/or sports governing bodies. </li> <li>Familiarity with the Females in Flag initiative and NFL FLAG landscape is strongly preferred. </li> <li>Experience developing or managing multi-market programs (ideally national or large-scale initiatives). </li> <li>Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders, priorities, and deadlines. </li> <li>Excellent communication and relationship-building skills; able to influence across diverse partner groups. </li> <li>Experience working within the NFL ecosystem (League, Clubs, affiliates) or comparable pro-league partnership environments. </li> <li>Proven experience scaling programs through school systems, collegiate athletics programs, or national governing bodies. </li> <li>Experience supporting fundraising, sponsorship development, and/or grant-funded initiatives. </li> <li>Familiarity with program evaluation methods, impact measurement, and dashboard/reporting practices. </li> </ul> </div> <div>More About the Role:</div> <div> <ul> <li>Travel: Up to 25% of the time  </li> <li>Work Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday with some nights and weekends required. </li> <li>Compensation Structure: This position is a Full-Time Salaried position, paid semi-monthly and is eligible to receive a discretionary annual bonus based on employee and Foundation performance.  </li> <li>Location: Hybrid, Roswell, GA (2-3 days per week in office)</li> <li>Reports to: Executive Director – RCX Sports Foundation  </li> <li>Supervisory Responsibilities: None. May oversee direct reports in the future.</li> </ul> </div> <div>Benefits & Perks: </div> <ul> <li>Stay Healthy: Enroll in comprehensive benefits & insurance plans with no waiting period</li> <li>Be Well: Expense up to $65 per month for health & wellness</li> <li>Maximize Savings: Contribute to your 401k retirement savings with company matching</li> <li>Be Comfortable: Enjoy a relaxed casual dress code</li> <li>Take Time: Enjoy a variety of time off benefits including Unlimited PTO and paid Parental Leave</li> <li>Stay Connected: Work equipment (laptop and monitor) provided by RCX Sports plus, expense up to $350 towards the purchase of a personal use laptop, tablet, or computer</li> </ul><div class="content-conclusion"><div>Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: </div>   <div>RCX Sports is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and team members without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, citizenship, veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law. We will make reasonable accommodations when necessary for team members and applicants with disabilities or handicaps, provided the individual is otherwise qualified to perform the job's essential functions.  Likewise, RCX Sports will comply with all legal requirements relating to accommodating religious beliefs and practices.  If you believe that you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources. </div> <div> </div> <div>Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. </div> <div> </div> <div>Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.</div>  </div>

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401k
Unlimited Vacation
Paid Time Off
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