<p>At Pacers Sports & Entertainment PS&E we are dedicated to delivering best in class sports and entertainment experiences while making a positive impact on our community As the home of the Indiana Pacers Indiana Fever Noblesville Boom Pacers Foundation Gainbridge Fieldhouse and the WNBA 2025 All Star Weekend we strive to exemplify our core values of Respect Teamwork Trust Passion and Excellence in everything we do Our mission is to create memorable moments for our fans and foster a culture of inclusivity and excellence both on and off the court Our purpose is Winning Serving and Entertaining JOB SUMMARY The Pacers Foundation seeks a dynamic Executive Director who embodies the unique combination of visionary leader and hands on executor to drive our mission of transforming lives across Indiana This role demands someone who is equally comfortable crafting high level strategy as a thought partner with the Senior Vice President of Community Engagement and rolling up their sleeves to ensure flawless administrative execution As both architect and builder of the Foundations fundraising goals the Executive Director will need to seamlessly transition between strategic thinking and tactical implementation of key priorities of the Foundation The ideal candidate will execute the day to day operations while managing a Program Coordinator The Executive Director will engage cross departmentally in the organization to ideate and execute innovative revenue generating opportunities for the Foundation This dual focus ensures that strategic vision translates into measurable community impact Were looking for someone who leads by example understands that no task is too small when it serves the mission and can inspire others through both words and actions This individual has demonstrated background in the execution of high impact philanthropy and clear understanding of the State of Indiana ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Strategic Leadership & Direct Implementation Shape and execute the Foundations strategic vision personally engaging in both high level planning and ground level executionLead a dedicated staff while actively participating in program delivery and community engagementPartner with executive leadership & team ownership to develop strategic priorities while ensuring their successful implementationDirectly manage key relationships while building scalable systems for future growth Community Impact & Personal Engagement Build and maintain high level partnerships while personally attending community events and program activitiesDesign innovative funding strategies and actively participate in their executionOversee grant making strategy while maintaining direct relationships with key granteesServe as the Foundations public face while remaining deeply connected to community needs and program outcomesProgram Leadership & Operations Drive the strategic direction of signature programs like NBA Math Hoops while participating in their deliveryCreate impact measurement frameworks and personally review program effectivenessGuide technological integration while maintaining hands on familiarity with key systemsOrganizational Excellence & Daily Operations Foster cross departmental collaboration while maintaining direct involvement in key initiativesDrive marketing strategy while contributing to content creation and community storytellingDevelop operational systems while maintaining awareness of day to day challenges and opportunitiesBalance big picture thinking with attention to daily detailsLeadership Style Natural ability to alternate between strategic thinking and hands on executionComfortable leading from the front while working alongside team membersExcellence in both high level communication and day to day team collaborationDemonstrated ability to inspire others through both vision and example The Executive Director must embrace a flexible schedule including regular presence at Pacers and Fever home games active participation in Foundation events and hands on involvement in the community This role requires someone who can seamlessly transition from board meetings to community events to program execution QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily and with great attention to detail Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill andor ability required for this position Applicants must have Impeccable organizational and multi tasking skillsSelf starting capabilities to initiate projects andor programsCollaboration skills to lead future growth of the FoundationThe ability to engage internal and external stakeholders thoughtfully and with utmost integrityDeep understanding of Indianas community needs backed by direct experience in local philanthropyStrong financial and operational management skills with hands on program experienceInnovator who is great at critical thinking and executionIn depth knowledge of corporate social responsibility and corporate giving programsStrong project management skillsAbility to build authentic working relationshipsAbility to influence without authorityOutstanding oral and written communication skillsAbility to deliver measurable results under tight deadlinesResolve issues and implement solutionsDemonstrated ability to inspire and empower othersExpertise in both developing and implementing impact measurement systemsThis position is required to work a varied schedule including evenings and weekends as well as attend events on site and at various locations throughout Indianapolis and the state of IN EDUCATION ANDOR EXPERIENCE 8 years of relevant professional experience preferably in marketing communications public relations corporate social responsibility social science or non profit developmentmanagementMasters degree in a relevant field preferredSports organization experience preferred with understanding of both business and community impactExperience building and negotiating partnerships and alliancesExperience collaborating with executives steering committees volunteer advisorsExperience with public agencies and other policy makers preferredExperience working individually and in a team environmentExperience volunteering with working for or supporting non profit workExperience coordinating special eventsExperience creating and delivering engaging training with both adult and youth learnersExperience running in person and online eventsLANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read analyze and interpret instructions and reports Ability to write reports and correspondence Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from Director Manager Clients Sponsors Season Ticket Holders Customers and the Public MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Knowledge to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as basic mathematical concepts and analyzing costs & budgets REASONING ABILITY Ability to define problems collect data establish facts and draw valid conclusions Ability to interpret directions Ability to multi task working on several programs and projects at once PROBLEM SOLVING REQUIREMENTS Employee must make quick and independent decisions within the policies and procedures of the Community Engagement Department of Pacers Sports & Entertainment and must understand Pacers Sports & Entertainment corporate structure policies and procedures Employee must exercise discretion and independent judgement in handling confidential issues involving players and coaches PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit stand walk reach lift move heavy objects climb stoopcrouch be exposed to loud noises extreme heat or cold wet conditions use a computer 10 key calculator and speak hear and write COMPUTER SKILLS Employee should have a knowledge of all Windows Applications including Teams Word Excel Outlook and PowerPoint as well as Adobe Photoshop WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounter while performing the essential functions of this job Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions The noise level in the office work environment is usually moderateThe noise level in Gainbridge Fieldhousegame environment is usually loudThe stress level may become high during certain times of the year We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion national origin sex sexual orientation age gender identity marital status disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law</p>