Region Director Job Description
Purpose: To provide leadership, management, and strategic oversight of local program activities within a designated geographic region of Virginia (Potomac- Fairfax Office). The Region Director is responsible for program development, competition management, and volunteer education ensuring sustainable opportunities for athletes with intellectual disabilities.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Program Leadership & Management
- Serves as the staff liaison and communication link between the state, area and local programs.
- Oversees the implementation of SOVA programs and services within the region including athlete recruitment and placement, volunteer training, and competition management.
- Develops and executes an annual region plan that aligns with SOVA's strategic plan and statewide program goals.
- Collaborates with Area programs to develop an annual plan that aligns with SOVA's strategic plan, statewide program goals and accreditation standards.
- Supports and trains local program council members, coaches, competition directors and one-day volunteers to ensure program excellence and sustainability.
- Serves as the primary liaison to families and community partners within the region.
- Develops partnerships with organizations that align with SOVA's mission and program goals.
- Serves as the primary liaison to Special Olympics College programs that engage college students with local SOVA athletes.
- Monitors program performance, data reporting, and compliance with SOVA standards.
Athlete & Volunteer Development
- Expands opportunities for athletes across all ages and ability levels.
- Recruits, trains and retains a diverse base of volunteers and coaches.
- Promotes leadership development opportunities for athletes including Athlete Leadership initiatives.
Competition & Event Management
- Plans, organizes and oversees region competitions, seasonal coaches' meetings, and related events.
- Ensures all competitions meet SOVA's quality standards for safety, competition integrity, and athlete experience.
- Collaborates with SOVA competition staff to support state-level competitions as needed.
- Supports development staff in securing region competition sponsors.
Administration & Compliance
- Manages region budgets, resources and reporting in alignment with SOVA policies.
- Ensures compliance with all health, safety, and risk management protocols.
- Tracks and submits program metrics, participation data, and impact stories.
- May supervise a Program Manager.
Performs other duties as assigned.
This position is exempt.
Supervisor: Assistant Vice President Local Programs
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