Deputy Director

Position Overview

The Deputy Director serves as the organization’s primary operational and execution leader. Reporting directly to the CEO, this role translates organizational strategy into effective day-to-day delivery across programs, fundraising support, marketing, and internal operations. The Deputy Director acts as the operational backbone of the organization, ensuring teams, systems, and processes are aligned for sustainable growth and impact.

About the Organization & This Opportunity

The Ability Center (TAC) is a mission-driven organization working to ensure people with disabilities have access to inclusive, welcoming recreational and athletic spaces. Too often, individuals with disabilities are excluded from opportunities for movement, connection, and community. TAC exists to change that.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing and dynamic team at a pivotal moment. TAC has a bold vision for impact and is focused on building a strong operational and programmatic foundation to meet a vital and underserved need. The Deputy Director will play a critical role in shaping how the organization grows, strengthening systems, supporting people, and ensuring that expansion is thoughtful, sustainable, and mission-aligned.

This role is ideal for someone who is energized by big vision, values inclusive community-building, and wants to help turn momentum into long-term impact. Learn more about TAC at tacwi.org.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Internal Management

• Oversee programmatic and administrative staff and day-to-day operations
• Ensure internal systems, workflows, and processes effectively support organizational growth
• Identify operational gaps and implement solutions to improve efficiency and accountability
• Serve as the central point of coordination across teams

Program Oversight & Expansion

• Hold accountability for high-quality program delivery and strategic expansion
• Manage, support, and develop the Program Team
• Ensure programs align with organizational goals, budget, and capacity

Marketing Oversight

• Oversee efforts to raise the organization’s profile, including social media, newsletters, and website
• Ensure marketing activities support fundraising goals and program growth
• Collaborate with staff and partners to maintain consistent messaging and visibility

Leadership

• Report directly to the Founder/Executive Director and serve as their key partner in execution
• Provide structure, prioritization, and follow-through across teams and initiatives
• Support organizational planning and ensure strategic priorities are implemented effectively
• Foster a supportive and high-performing team culture through consistent communication, clear expectations, goal setting, performance reviews, and staff development

Board Support & Governance

• Support the Founder/Executive Director in partnering with the Board of Directors to advance organizational goals
• Assist with board meeting planning, including agendas, materials, and logistics
• Prepare and coordinate regular updates, reports, and follow-up items for the Board
• Serve as a liaison to board committees, supporting committee structure, meetings, and progress tracking
• Ensure clear communication, documentation, and accountability across board and committee work

Candidate Profile

We’re looking for a hands-on, mission-driven operational leader who is:

• Highly organized, decisive, and systems-minded
• A strong people manager and cross-functional coordinator
• Comfortable partnering closely with executive leadership and learning all aspects of the organization
• Growth-oriented and deeply aligned with the organization’s mission
• A calm, clear, and adaptable problem solver in a changing environment

Education & Background

• College degree preferred, but not required; relevant professional experience will be strongly considered
• Experience in inclusive programming and/or sports management is a plus
• Demonstrated experience building, managing, and growing teams
• Background working in nonprofit organizations or mission-driven environments
• Familiarity with equity-centered, community-focused work

Please send your resume & an email (to serve as a cover letter) detailing your interest in the role to: opportunities@squarerootconsulting.com

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