​​​​Position Description

The Deputy Executive Director is a full time, remote position designed as a four- to six month transition pathway to the role of Executive Director. The selected candidate will work closely with the current Executive Director to gain comprehensive knowledge of PAVO’s operations, partnerships, governance, and strategic priorities. Upon successful completion of the transition period, the Deputy Executive Director will assume full responsibilities as Executive Director.

​​​​Core Responsibilities

Under the guidance of the Executive Director, the Deputy Executive Director will:

• Support overall management and daily operations of the association, including staff, contractors, and remote operations
• Assist in strategic planning and implementation in partnership with the Executive Director and Board of Directors
• Support governance functions, including Board communications, meeting preparation, and policy implementation
• Assist with financial oversight, including budgeting, financial reporting, dues and fee collection, and compliance with established controls
• Support member services, certifications, affiliated board relations, and responses to member inquiries
• Contribute to association communications, publications, and website content
• Assist with planning and execution of major association initiatives, including the annual PAVO Volleyball Officials’ Convention
• Support the development, interpretation, and application of bylaws, policies, ethical standards, and due process procedures
• Gradually assume executive decision‑making authority as delegated

Qualifications

An effective PAVO Deputy Executive Director will demonstrate the following required skills:

• Demonstrated leadership capacity with readiness to grow into a senior executive role
• Experience in nonprofit, association, or sports‑related organizational management
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Working knowledge of governance, financial management, and regulatory compliance (or demonstrated ability to develop this expertise)
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while collaborating with volunteer leaders and Boards

Education and Experience Requirements

• Minimum of five years’ experience in association management, nonprofit leadership, or a related field
• Experience working with or supporting a Board of Directors is strongly preferred
• Advanced degree required; MBA or M.Ed. preferred
• Familiarity with sport officiating or volunteer driven organizations is helpful but not required

Why This Role

This is a unique, career‑defining succession opportunity - an Executive Director pathway where you’ll grow as a national association leader, deepen expertise in governance and financial stewardship, and help advance officiating excellence through education, training, and mentoring across the volleyball community.

Compensation

This full‑time remote position offers the flexibility of telecommuting while providing meaningful leadership opportunities through personnel and budget oversight. As an employee of the organization, you’ll contribute directly to strategic operations and organizational growth. Compensation includes a monthly salary commensurate with experience and responsibilities - creating a professional environment that recognizes and supports strong leadership.

PAVO is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

Direct all questions regarding the position description or details and the application process to Karen McNaught, Selection Committee Chair, pavo@pavo.org.