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Job Description

Executive Director Emerald KIDSPORTS |

Eugene, OR

About Emerald KIDSPORTS Emerald KIDSPORTS is Lane County’s largest multi-sport youth provider, serving more than 16,000 children annually across Eugene, Springfield, and surrounding communities. For over 70 years, we have been committed to youth development through sports.

Our mission, “All Kids Play,” ensures that every child has access to participate—regardless of f inancial circumstances, background, or ability. In 2025, we were able to provide free or reduced registration fees for more than 4,000 children participating in our programs. KIDSPORTS also operates the KS Fieldhouse and Market of Choice Field at Civic Park, a premier community sports facility that serves as a hub for youth and families.

Position Overview

The Executive Director provides overall leadership and direction for Emerald KIDSPORTS. This role oversees programs, operations, fundraising, and facilities while serving as the organization’s primary public representative. This is a hands-on leadership role focused on strengthening community impact, ensuring financial sustainability, and delivering a high-quality youth sports experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Fundraising & Financial Management
• Lead fundraising efforts across grants, sponsorships, and individual giving
• Oversee budgeting, financial performance, and regulatory compliance

Community Engagement

• Serve as the organization’s primary ambassador
• Build and maintain strong relationships with community stakeholders

Leadership & Strategy

• Set strategic direction aligned with mission and long-term sustainability
• Partner with the Board of Directors on governance, planning, and fundraising

Programs & Operations

• Oversee all youth sports programs, ensuring quality, inclusion, and positive participant experience
• Manage relationships with schools, municipalities, and partners for facility use
• Support volunteer recruitment, training, and engagement

Facilities Management

• Oversee operations of the KS Fieldhouse and Civic Park partnerships
• Ensure facilities are safe, welcoming, and effectively utilized

Team Leadership

• Lead, support, and develop staff and volunteers
• Foster a collaborative, mission-driven culture

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in nonprofit, sports, or related fields
• Strong fundraising and financial management experience
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Experience managing teams and complex operations
• Passion for youth sports and equitable access
• Personal connection to athletics or youth development preferred

Work Environment

This role is based in Eugene, Oregon, with regular attendance at programs, events, and community activities. Evening and weekend availability is expected. Compensation & Benefits Salary range: $100,000–$115,000, commensurate with experience, plus benefits. Emerald KIDSPORTS is committed to building a diverse and inclusive leadership team. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, especially those with lived experience navigating barriers to youth sports.

Application Instructions Please submit a resume and cover letter to: applicants@kidsports.org

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Priority consideration by May 1, 2026.

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