Employment Opportunity: Executive Director

Alberta Basketball Association Job Posting

Position Title: Executive Director

Reports to: ABA Board of Directors

Location: Travel Expected

Employment Type: Full-time

Salary Range: $85,000 to $100,000 - Commensurate with qualifications and experience

The Alberta Basketball Association (ABA), a not-for-profit organization and the governing body for the sport of basketball in Alberta. We believe that our amazing sport is more than just a game; it is A Game for Life. The game of basketball assists all who participate by developing life skills and habits that will benefit and enrich their lives. Our mission is to provide leadership for the development of athletes, coaches, and referees to drive and inspire a united basketball community in Alberta.

Executive Director

The Executive Director is the primary leadership position for ABA and is accountable, and responsible, for the leadership and day-to-day management of the ABA’s operations in support of the association’s strategic plan. The Executive Director provides oversight of all ABA programming and services.

Reporting to the ABA Board of Directors, the ED will work to build organizational strength that is responsive to our members, key stakeholders, and the public.

The ideal candidate will be a collaborative and innovative strategic thinker with knowledge of non-profit provincial/national sport organizations and senior level administrative experience. Additionally, the ideal candidate will have demonstrated sound financial management and have a proven track record of building and leading teams. 

The role requires the ability to foster and maintain relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including staff, volunteers, coaches, officials, partners, government agencies, sponsors, and members. As such, the ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and provide inspirational leadership to promote the sport of basketball province wide.

Executive Director Responsibilities

The general responsibilities of the ED include, but are not limited to:

• Overall management of the affairs of the Alberta Basketball Association’s with a focus on the delivery of program excellence in support of: membership growth, sport development and a positive experience for all in a safe sport environment.
• Work with the Board of Directors on the development and implementation of business plans, membership plans and other strategic plans of ABA,
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders at the local, provincial and federal levels for the strategic and operational success of ABA.
• Act as the primary spokesperson for ABA on general matters of business and seek out and represent ABA at brand building activities.
• Serve as the main point of contact between members, the Board of Directors, ABA staff, key stakeholders, and the public
• Maintain a close working relationship with the ABA President and members of the Executive Committee and meet reporting requirements to the Board of Directors
• Strategic Planning/Execution to ensure that ABA continues to focus on, and achieve, its strategic priorities.
• Financial Management that ensures the current and future financial health of the ABA
• Ensure that all ABA policies are being implemented and followed by staff, membership and partners
• Human Resource Management that meets the staffing needs of the ABA
• Marketing and Development of ABA’s current and future programs and services
• Risk Management, inclusive of Safe Sport, Insurance Coverage, Legal and the ABA Disciplinary process.
• Ensure compliance with the law in all business and ABA matters

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

• A post-secondary degree; Bachelors or higher.
• Five years of related leadership experience in a complex environment, preferably in the sport sector
• Understanding of the provincial, national, and international basketball landscape is considered an asset
• Excellent strategic planning, financial management, and budgeting expertise
• Demonstrated administrative, project management and personnel management skills
• Experience working with government funding agencies/partners and Board of Directors
• Excellent analytical reasoning, problem-solving skills and decision-making skills
• Self-starter with strong organizational and time-management skills
• Demonstrated capacity to maintain and build key stakeholder relationships throughout all levels of the association
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
• Knowledge of developing and implementing strategic priorities in equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment, to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to effectively lead and manage a staff
• Ability to build consensus and identify solutions to complex and contentious problems
• Ability to handle highly sensitive and confidential information with discretion, tact, and diplomacy
• Ability to work flexible hours. Some weekend work and travel will be required to meet the requirements of the role.
• Satisfactory Criminal Records Check and Vulnerable Person’s Sector Verification required.

To apply

Please submit your cover letter, resume and three references (including names and contact information) to the attention of ABA Selection Committee, subject line ED Application at the following email address: careers@basketballalberta.ca

Applications will be accepted until Friday, May 12, 2023 at 11:59pm. We welcome all applications, however, only those applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Alberta Basketball Association is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse work environment that reflects the population we serve. All qualified applications will receive consideration without regard to race, ancestry, place of origin, ethnic citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, marital status, family status, or disability.