Who We Are

We are Tennis! The USTA (United States Tennis Association) is the national governing body for the sport of tennis and the leader in promoting and developing the sport’s growth on every level in the United States, from local communities to the crown jewel of the professional game, the US Open

Why Work for the USTA? 

We are a passionate team of staff and volunteers focused on growing the sport of tennis and making it accessible to all.  We are committed to removing barriers and creating opportunities for ALL to participate. Don’t know tennis? Don't worry, you can still find yourself in the game!

The Role

The National Manager, Strategic Growth will provide thought leadership in shaping the USTA Foundation’s overall program growth strategy and lead the tactical development and execution necessary to achieve its goals, objectives, and key results.

This role will focus on expanding the reach and impact of the Foundation through five primary avenues:

• Recruiting new, qualified youth development organizations into the Foundation’s National Junior Tennis & Learning (NJTL) Network.
• Identifying and cultivating new, under-resourced markets with young people who can benefit from the powerful combination of tennis, education, and mentorship.
• Executing and managing the Community Impact Hubs (CIH) initiative, an ambitious multi-year effort built on four foundational pillars and serving as a cornerstone of the Foundation’s strategic vision. The National Manager will oversee the program’s implementation, performance metrics, and overall success, ensuring alignment with both CIH-specific indicators and broader USTAF impact measures.
• Ensuring NJTL chapters have access to essential brand and operational resources, including playbooks, toolkits, and co-branding assets developed in collaboration with the Senior Manager, Brand Strategy and Operations, and USTA Marketing shared services. These tools will strengthen local impact and deepen the network’s connection to the Foundation’s brand.
• Collaborating with the Head of Programs and Social Impact and Development colleagues to ensure restricted funding opportunities are strategically aligned with program needs and priorities.

Ultimately, this position will serve as a key driver in advancing the USTA Foundation’s strategic program growth objectives—strengthening its national presence, deepening network alignment, and ensuring the continued expansion of its impact. Through this work, the National Manager will help NJTL chapters more deeply identify with and advance the Foundation’s mission to improve the lives of young people from under-resourced communities through tennis, education, and mentorship.

Who You Are

• Minimum of five years of experience in nonprofit capacity building, program design, project management, or an equivalent combination of related experience.
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically, manage multiple priorities, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven experience in designing, implementing, and evaluating effective youth development programs and supports.
• Experience leading large-scale, national strategic initiatives; experience with corporate sponsorship and multi-stakeholder engagement is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of the challenges facing marginalized communities and of meaningful community engagement practices, with the ability to mobilize diverse teams toward shared goals.
• Demonstrated success in managing employees, consultants, or cross-functional teams.
• Experience with nonprofit budget management and financial accountability preferred.
• Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• High energy and motivational presence, with the ability to engage and inspire stakeholders both in person and virtually.
• Proven ability to establish, cultivate, and sustain highly effective strategic partnerships and relationships.
• Advanced proficiency in Google Workspace (G-Suite), Microsoft Office applications, and CRM tools; experience with Salesforce and Concur preferred.
• This position is located out Los Angeles CA office and is  designated as "hybrid/flex" and may allow for both remote and on-site work. 

What We Offer

 At the USTA, we know people are our most important asset. For this reason, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of a diverse workforce!

Flexibility:  Our Hybrid with Flexibility approach combines a balance of remote working with in-office collaboration to spark teamwork and creativity  

Comprehensive benefits designed to meet your unique needs:  Medical, dental, vision, access to doctors virtually, a flexible spending account to manage your health and dependent care expenses, and life and disability insurance are a small part of our offerings

Time to recharge and energize: Generous paid time off policy - including vacation, sick, personal, and paid holidays, parental leave, and a paid winter recess

Plan for your future financially and professionally:  401(k) with employer matching (up to 3%), promotional and growth opportunities, Learning and Development programs to learn on the job, and up to $5,000 for tuition reimbursement

Mental and emotional wellness: Resources for overall well-being including mental health and meditation benefits

Other cool perks:  A personalized health management program, pet insurance, commuter benefits, identity theft protection, discounts with our network of partners, and fun events are just a few of the optional benefits available

The expected range for the base salary for this position is $90,000 - $105,000 per year.  Any additional pay or benefits a person may qualify for, are not included in this range. The actual base salary offered is determined by several variables, including, as appropriate, the applicant's qualifications for the position, the years of relevant experience, their unique skills, and the location from which they will be performing the job

 

Come One, Come All

 

We strongly encourage you to apply if you’re interested; we'd love to learn how you can “serve” our team with your unique experience!

USTA is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities for all individuals, regardless of age, disability, national origin, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, family status, alienage or citizenship status, creed, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law