Position Title: Director, Social Responsibility & Volunteers
Supervises: Employees to be mutually agreed upon
ReportsTo: Head of Operations and Social Responsibility
Opportunity: The Arizona Sports & Events Alliance (“Alliance”) is responsible for planning and executing unique and impactful events in Arizona. The ALLIANCE resume includes events like NFL Super Bowl, NCAA Men’s Basketball Final Four, and the 2026 NCAA Women’s Basketball Final Four. The guiding principles of the ALLIANCE create a framework for achieving success and maximizing the positive impacts on Arizona communities:
1. Showcase Arizona on a Global Platform
2. Fuel economic engine for the Region
3. Leave a positive legacy for the State
The ALLIANCE works in partnership with local and national stakeholders to create an outstanding and positive experience for event attendees, Arizona residents, local businesses, the hospitality community, media, visitors to Arizona, local and national sponsors, as well as participating teams, players/participants, and team personnel. We are seeking individuals who are committed to pursuing excellence and being part of creating memorable experiences and philanthropic and economic impact.
Role: This position will lead and execute Social Responsibility and Volunteer initiatives for major events across Arizona and is responsible for building program strategy, managing day-to-day execution, and delivering measurable community and commercial impact for ALLIANCE. This individual will operate as both a strategic lead and hands-on operator, developing program vision while directly executing key initiatives.
Program Strategy & Execution
o Develop and lead the strategy, frameworks, budgets, timelines, and goals for the inception of new and the continuation of existing ALLIANCE Social Responsibility programs, including:
§ Business Connect – A supplier diversity initiative designed to promote equitable and inclusive procurement practices for major events in Arizona, committed to supporting minority-, women-, LGBTQ+-, and veteran-owned businesses.
§ Statewide Reading Program – A literacy challenge aimed at creating a lifelong love of and interest in reading for 3rd grade students across the state of Arizona.
§ Sustainability – A variety of initiatives to mitigate the environmental impact of hosting major events and create a green legacy in the community.
o Own end-to-end program execution, from concept through delivery and post-event reporting
o Identify and build partnerships with Arizona-based organizations to expand program reach and impact
Community Impact & Partnerships
o Develop and execute community engagement strategies across key focus areas: education, inclusion, health & wellness, and sustainability
o Build and maintain relationships with nonprofits, community leaders, and local stakeholders
o Identify opportunities for meaningful, grassroots engagement that align with event priorities and community needs
Volunteer Program Support
o Support large-scale volunteer program planning and execution (~1,000-5,000 volunteers, depending on event need)
o Assist with recruitment strategy, onboarding, and platform management
o Ensure volunteer experience aligns with overall event and community goals
Operations & Cross-Functional Collaboration
o Manage program budgets, track performance, and identify cost efficiencies
o Partner with internal teams (Partnerships, Events, Marketing) to integrate sponsors and create revenue-generating opportunities across programs
o Lead program tracking and reporting, including impact metrics and end-of-cycle recaps
o Contribute to organization-wide initiatives and support event execution as needed
Qualifications & Competencies
o 5–8 years of experience in social responsibility, community engagement, or program management (major events, sports, or large-scale organizations preferred)
o Proven ability to both develop strategy and execute programs independently
o Strong project management skills with experience managing multiple workstreams simultaneously
o Experience working cross-functionally and influencing stakeholders without direct authority
o Understanding of Arizona’s community and nonprofit landscape strongly preferred
o Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment with limited structure
o Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
o High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
o Proactive, solutions-oriented, and adaptable
o Proficient in Microsoft Office
Work Environment:
This is an onsite role based in downtown Phoenix and will require flexibility, including occasional evenings and weekends during event periods.
Benefits/Perks Summary:
We understand the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance, which is why we offer a thoughtfully curated benefits package designed to support the overall well-being of our team members. We are committed to fostering a positive work environment where team members can thrive both professionally and personally. Team member benefits reflect our commitment to valuing and investing in our employees. This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits and perks including:
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Health Insurance Stipend
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Retirement Planning Support: 401 (k) retirement option with employer match contribution
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Vacation, Sick and Holiday Leave Programs
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Wellness Stipend
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Cell Phone Stipend
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Professional Development Opportunities
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Community Engagement Opportunities
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And a variety of other perks
The Arizona Sports & Events Alliance, an Arizona 501(c)(3) non-profit, is an equal opportunity employer.
