Executive Director

Executive Director Southern Arizona Adaptive Sports (SAAS) | Tucson, AZ Join a growing, community-driven adaptive sports organization in one of the most active outdoor regions in the country. Tucson offers year-round access to cycling, hiking, and recreation, along with a strong network of partners. SAAS is well-positioned for growth, with established programs, strong community support, and expanding opportunities in adaptive cycling, outdoor recreation, and competitive & recreational wheelchair sports. Southern Arizona Adaptive Sports (SAAS) seeks a collaborative, mission-driven Executive Director to lead a dynamic organization serving athletes with disabilities across Southern Arizona. Founded in 2017, SAAS provides recreational, competitive, and youth programming in wheelchair basketball, tennis, adaptive cycling, outdoor adventures, and more—serving 500+ athletes annually and impacting 6,000+ youth through Adaptive Sports in Schools (ASIS). The Executive Director leads all aspects of SAAS operations, including strategic planning, fundraising, financial management, program oversight, and community partnerships. This is a hands‑on leadership role requiring a strategic, relationship-driven professional who can execute across all functional areas of a growing adaptive sports organization. Responsibilities Lead fundraising, grant writing, donor and sponsor relations Oversee operations, financial management, budgeting, brand, messaging, and sustainability Ensure high-quality, safe, and inclusive sports programming Supervise personnel and ensure financial/regulatory compliance Serve as the public face of SAAS and advocate for adaptive sports Qualifications At least 5 years of leadership experience; nonprofit adaptive sports or recreation preferred Proven fundraising success and financial management skills Details Full-time, exempt position (evenings/weekends as needed), Tucson-based. Reports to the Board of Directors. Salary range: $70,000–$80,000, health stipend, paid leave, flexible scheduling. Apply Interested candidates send a resume, cover letter, and two professional references to View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr