Executive Director, Labor Union Leadership & Collective Bargaining
Confidential, Washington, Washington, D.C., United States
Executive Director, Labor Union Leadership & Collective Bargaining
About the Company
Reputable national sports association promoting player welfare, health & social rights
Industry Sports
Type Non Profit
Founded 1956
Employees 51-200
Categories
Sporting Goods
About the Role
The Company is seeking an Executive Director to lead its mission of protecting, advocating for, and empowering professional athletes. The successful candidate will be a trusted advocate, with the ability to relate to and understand the unique experiences of the athlete community. This role demands a seasoned leader with a proven track record in strategic decision-making, and the ability to build deep trust and strong relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders. The Executive Director will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the organization's operations, including collective bargaining negotiations, staff management, and ensuring legal and financial security.
The ideal candidate will be a relentless, transparent, and self-aware individual, with a clear vision for the future and the ability to translate that vision into actionable strategies. They must be a dispute-tested executive, capable of maintaining internal solidarity while managing external communications. Experience in high-stakes negotiations, particularly collective bargaining, is essential. The role requires a leader who can foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and talent acquisition, and who is committed to putting the interests of the players first. Integrity, ethical standards, and the ability to operate with purpose are non-negotiable for the Executive Director of the company.
Travel Percent Less than 10%
Functions
CEO/President Non-Profit Management
About the Company
Reputable national sports association promoting player welfare, health & social rights
Industry Sports
Type Non Profit
Founded 1956
Employees 51-200
Categories
Sporting Goods
About the Role
The Company is seeking an Executive Director to lead its mission of protecting, advocating for, and empowering professional athletes. The successful candidate will be a trusted advocate, with the ability to relate to and understand the unique experiences of the athlete community. This role demands a seasoned leader with a proven track record in strategic decision-making, and the ability to build deep trust and strong relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders. The Executive Director will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the organization's operations, including collective bargaining negotiations, staff management, and ensuring legal and financial security.
The ideal candidate will be a relentless, transparent, and self-aware individual, with a clear vision for the future and the ability to translate that vision into actionable strategies. They must be a dispute-tested executive, capable of maintaining internal solidarity while managing external communications. Experience in high-stakes negotiations, particularly collective bargaining, is essential. The role requires a leader who can foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and talent acquisition, and who is committed to putting the interests of the players first. Integrity, ethical standards, and the ability to operate with purpose are non-negotiable for the Executive Director of the company.
Travel Percent Less than 10%
Functions
CEO/President Non-Profit Management