Director of Stewardship & Foundation Operations

Job Description:

 About USA Volleyball
Would you like to work in the Olympic & Paralympic movement with one of the most successful organizations serving one of the fastest growing and exciting sports in the world? USA Volleyball (USAV) is the national governing body for beach, indoor, sitting, snow, and para-beach volleyball in the United States with over 400,000 members, responsible for selecting the Olympic & Paralympic volleyball teams. USA Volleyball also supports a network of regional associations, youth and junior programs, national championships, coaching and officials training, grassroots development, and the SafeSport initiative. Visit www.usavolleyball.org for more.

USAV is an equal opportunity employer committed to increasing the diversity of its community. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, gender identity or expression, disability, or sexual orientation in our programs and activities or our employment practices. To learn more about USAV’s diversity, equity and inclusion efforts, please visit our DEI page at: https://usavolleyball.org/dei/.

About USA Volleyball Foundation
USA Volleyball Foundation (USAVF) is the 501(c)(3) nonprofit fundraising arm of USA Volleyball, dedicated to transforming lives through the power of philanthropy and the sport of volleyball.  By supporting USAV and the broader volleyball community, USAVF creates opportunities, empowers athletes, galvanizes communities, inspires youth and fosters unity—through the unifying spirit of volleyball.

Job Description

The Director of Stewardship & Foundation Operations is a regular full-time exempt position of USA Volleyball reporting to the Chief Advancement Officer and President of the USA Volleyball Foundation (USAVF) with 100% of time devoted to supporting USAVF. General duties include but are not limited to overseeing USAVF’s Annual Fund Campaign, researching, contacting and maintaining donor / prospect CRM records / database; and general administrative duties (correspondence, mailings, documentation, budgeting, expenses, foundation events, planning, etc.) Cross departmental support is expected of all positions. Extended hours may be required to include nights, weekends and holidays. The position may work out of any USAV office or operate remotely.

Requirements

Annual Campaign Leadership and Fundraising Operations 

• Lead the strategic planning, organization, and execution of USAVF’s annual fund campaign, including the annual Day of Giving, and set overarching goals and success metrics for development initiatives.
• Oversee the management and enhancement of all online giving platforms, ensuring integration with fundraising appeals, donor engagement strategies, and performance analysis.
• Direct the creation, deployment, and evaluation of donor communications, including acknowledgments, thank-you letters, tax statements, and other related correspondence associated with annual giving.

Strategic Marketing, Brand, and Communications Oversight 

• Provide strategic direction and oversight to USAV marketing staff and external vendors, ensuring alignment with the Foundation’s brand identity and supporting all fundraising and development communication efforts.
• Collaborate with USAV Marketing/Communication teams to design and implement targeted campaigns and materials that support USAVF's fundraising objectives and donor engagement. 

Donor Management and Stewardship 

• Supervise the research, cultivation, and solicitation of donors and prospects, with responsibility for maintaining and optimizing the CRM database and ensuring robust tracking of moves management—especially in partnership with the President and major gift officers.
• Develop, monitor, and update moves management strategies for prospect portfolios, consistently analyzing effectiveness and adjusting approaches in collaboration with leadership stakeholders. 
• Plan, organize and manage gratitude and stewardship systems providing timely expressions of appreciation to donors, evaluating impact to foster an engaged donor community and distributing informative reports to donors demonstrating gifts at work. 

Event Strategy and Stakeholder Engagement 

• Design, plan, and execute high-profile cultivation and stewardship events in conjunction with board meetings and USAV activities, ensuring the experience and engagement of key stakeholder groups, including Booster Club, Foundation board, Advisory Council, and committee members. 
• Oversee the logistics, hospitality planning, and support for event participants, ensuring seamless experiences and consistent stewardship standards.

Administration and Compliance 

• Set and oversee annual development budgets and ensure accurate tracking of income and expenses, prepare regular reports on fundraising progress and financial health for senior leadership and the board.
• Oversee the preparation of board meeting materials and presentations, and provide strategic input on fundraising performance, opportunities, and risks. 
• Direct the creation and submission of major gift proposals and grant applications, and ensure all administrative workflows support the highest level of efficiency, compliance, and stewardship. 
• Fulfill additional leadership responsibilities and special projects, as assigned by the President, to advance the Foundation’s strategic priorities.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 7 years of relevant professional experience.
• Strong demonstrated professional experience in the field of philanthropy demonstrating growth, especially in the areas of foundation operations, annual giving, and stewardship.
• Comfort and familiarity with a using a CRM and other technology to track progress and achieve development goals. 
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and demonstrated ability to manage and execute multiple projects and priorities.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Must successfully pass a USAV background screen (prior to hire date). 
• Must complete SafeSport training within two weeks of hire date and keep current as a condition of continued employment.

Salary: $90,000 - $110,000

Benefits: 

USAV also offers a comprehensive benefits package to all full-time employees to include:

• Paid Time Off (employees in the first 5-year mark will accrue 8 hours each pay period up to a maximum of 17 days).
• Up to 15.5 paid holidays per year
• 403B retirement plan (currently matching up to 8%)
• Health Benefits (medical, dental, vision) No monthly premiums are deducted for employee only health benefit. An opt-out rebate is provided for employees waiving USAV medical coverage should they already have coverage with a qualified group health plan
• Paid Parental leave
• Robust EAP and wellness program
• Employer paid life insurance
• Active DEI, Social and Wellness Committees

Benefits may be modified or discontinued from time to time at the company’s discretion as permitted by law.

Applications accepted online only. Phone calls not accepted. Applications must be received by no later than Monday, August 11, 2025. Please ensure your cover letter addresses your interest in USAV and the position.