Senior Director, Games Operations

Description

Are you mission-driven and passionate about helping others succeed?

Do you strive to lead, follow, and act with integrity?

Are you the one who honors your commitments?

Is building trusting relationships an integral part of why you do what you do?

Do you push limits and challenge the status quo?

If you answered YES , keep reading to discover how you can significantly contribute to Team USA's success!

Here's a summary of responsibilities :

The Senior Director of Games Operations is responsible for the comprehensive strategic oversight, planning, and execution of all multi-sport Games in which the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC) participates. This includes the Summer Olympic & Paralympic Games, Olympic & Paralympic Winter Games, Pan & Parapan American Games, Junior Pan American Games, Youth Olympic Summer Games, Youth Olympic Winter Games, and Youth Parapan American Games. The Senior Director serves as a key liaison with international partners, including the International Olympic Committee (IOC), International Paralympic Committee (IPC), Panam Sports, and relevant organizing committees, ensuring seamless collaboration and effective representation. The Senior Director leads a high-performing team and fosters a culture where individuals feel valued and empowered. The role requires strong strategic leadership, decision-making skills, and the ability to build and nurture relationships while promoting inclusion and collaboration across functional areas.

Here’s how you’ll have an impact :

Strategic Oversight & Leadership

• Lead the development and execution of comprehensive strategic plans for all multi-sport Games, ensuring alignment with USOPC’s mission to support elite athletes and achieve sustained competitive excellence. Develop short- and long-term strategies to create a successful Games experience.
• Ensure effective collaboration with USOPC divisions (Sport Performance, Sports Medicine, Security & Athlete Services, NGB Services & Sport Operations, OPTCs, Logistics, Marketing, Media, International Relations, IT, Security, People & Culture, Development, and Executive teams) to create Games environments that meet the needs of Team USA athletes, staff, coaches, donors, and other key stakeholders.
• Oversee budget development and allocation across all Games Operations, ensuring financial accountability and resource optimization.

Games Preparation & Delivery

Key Partnerships & Representation

Team Leadership

Here are the skills and experience you'll need to be effective :

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Here's where you'll work :

Colorado Springs Downtown Headquarters  / Hybrid

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