Director of Implementation and Field Engagement

Job DetailsLevel: SeniorJob Location: SADD, Inc. - Glendale, AZ 85310Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Not SpecifiedTravel Percentage: Up to 50%

Reports to: Executive Director

Direct Reports: Associate Director of Field Operations; Associate Director, Youth Leadership and Advocacy, State Coordinators and Affiliated Field Staff (grant-funded)

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement a national field engagement strategy aligned with SADD's mission, vision, and Strategic Plan.
• Lead chapter expansion efforts, including but not limited to recruitment, reactivation, and sustainability of active school chapters across targeted states.
• Identify emerging opportunities for field-level impact and bring forward data-informed recommendations to senior leadership.
• Provide personal direct supervision, coaching, and performance management for reporting team members
• Serve as the primary lead on all field-related grant portfolios — including annual grant writing, support in grant goal-setting, budget development, and compliance documentation for Highway Safety Office (HSO) grants and other funders.
• Oversee field staff performance tied to grant deliverables; ensure timely expense submission, spend-down monitoring, purchasing approvals, and travel authorizations across all active states.
• Lead and participate in annual and ongoing grant monitoring meetings with HSO partners; maintain priority alignment and relationship management at the state level.
• Oversee state-specific reporting requirements (monthly, quarterly, mid-year, and end-of-year) in partnership with the Assistant Director of Field Operations.
• Build and sustain strong relationships with Highway Safety Offices, state agencies, community coalitions, law enforcement, school districts, and local partners.
• Serve as liaison between the national office and field network, facilitating consistent communication, resource distribution, and organizational alignment.
• Co-Lead critical components of the SADD National Conference and other field-facing events, including logistics coordination, field staff engagement, and student leadership programming.
• Manage event-related logistics, material distribution, and vendor relationships for field activities.
• Oversee the collection, tracking, and reporting of chapter activity metrics, participation data, and field impact outcomes.
• Serve as an active and engaged member of the SADD Senior Leadership Team, contributing a field-grounded perspective to organizational planning, policy, and decision-making.
• Support the Executive Director on strategic initiatives, as assigned.
• Perform other duties as deemed appropriate by the Vice President of Public Affairs and/or CEO.

DUTIES & REPORTING STRUCTURE (RACI SUMMARY)

• State Grant Writing & Management (all states) A, R
• Field Staff Performance & Oversight A, R
• HSO Relationship Management A, R
• Purchasing / Supply / Toolkit Management A, R
• Chapter Recruitment & Relationship Mgmt. A
• Student Leadership & Program Support A, R, C, I
• Partnerships & Community Engagement A, R
• Data, Reporting & Compliance A, R, C, I
• Grant Documentation & Evaluation A, R
• Program Strategy & Development C, I
• Communications (field-level / external) A, R, C
• Media Relations & Public Affairs (field) A, R, C
• VA Internship / RADD Contract Mgmt. A, R
• NY Speaker Contracts & Data Mgmt. A, R
• State Farm Grant Admin (GA, WI, NY) A, R
• OH Advisor Mentorship Program Pilot A, R
• Grant Financial Monitoring / Compliance R, C
• Payroll Timesheet Approvals R
• Organizational Strategy & Planning C, I

RACI Key: R = Responsible (does the work) | A = Accountable (owns the outcome) | C = Consulted (provides input) | I = Informed (kept in the loop)

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES

Required

• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in nonprofit field operations, youth-serving organizations, or public health/safety program management; experience with multi-state or federated network structures strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated success managing complex, multi-state grant portfolios including Highway Safety Office (HSO) or federal/state grants, from application through closeout.
• Proven track record leading and developing geographically dispersed teams and holding staff accountable to performance goals in a remote environment.
• Advanced skills in grant writing, budget development, expense tracking, and compliance documentation.
• Strong relationship management skills with a demonstrated ability to build trust with diverse stakeholders including government agencies, school partners, community coalitions, and youth-serving professionals.
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and deliverables simultaneously across a high-volume portfolio.
• High proficiency in data collection, outcome tracking, and narrative reporting for grant funders and organizational leadership.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to represent the organization credibly in public and professional settings.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, project management platforms, and CRM/data systems.
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly in support of field operations, grant activities, and events.

Preferred

• Experience in youth health, safety, or prevention-focused nonprofit environments.
• Familiarity with SAM (System for Award Management) compliance and federal grant administration requirements.
• Experience managing internship programs, speaker bureaus, or ambassador/activation programs.
• Background in public affairs, advocacy, or community organizing at a state or regional level.

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