Chief Investment Officer (CIO)

 About USA Volleyball

Would you like to work in the Olympic & Paralympic movement with one of the most successful organizations serving one of the fastest growing and exciting sports in the world? USA Volleyball (USAV) is the national governing body for beach, indoor, sitting, snow, and para-beach volleyball in the United States with over 500,000 members, responsible for selecting the Olympic & Paralympic volleyball teams. USA Volleyball also supports a network of regional associations, youth and junior programs, national championships, coaching and officials training, grassroots development, and the SafeSport initiative. Visit www.usavolleyball.org for more.

USAV is an equal opportunity employer committed to increasing the diversity of its community. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, gender identity or expression, disability, or sexual orientation in our programs and activities or our employment practices. To learn more about USAV’s diversity, equity and inclusion efforts, please visit our DEI page at: https://usavolleyball.org/dei/.

Job Description

The Chief Investment Officer (CIO) is a senior executive and strategic architect responsible for building and governing USA Volleyball's commercial investment ecosystem. Reporting directly to the CEO, this role exists at a defining moment for the organization — bridging non-profit mission with the commercial sophistication required to fuel USAV's long-term growth, athlete programs, and competitive excellence. The CIO deploys a forward-thinking "Builder" strategy, establishing the commercial frameworks, capital partnerships, and asset infrastructure that will ensure USAV's financial sovereignty and mission integrity for decades to come.

A primary requirement is the ability to operate at the intersection of private market investment and nonprofit governance, translating complex financial structures into clear organizational strategies. The CIO will be deeply informed about market dynamics across finance, real estate, and commercial enterprise, using business intelligence to identify and pursue opportunities that complement and amplify USAV's mission and competitive positioning. Intellectual curiosity, analytical rigor, and a passion for building sustainable institutions are essential.

The CIO will be expected to lead with confidence and clarity having the ability to simplify sophisticated financial concepts into compelling narratives, cultivate trust, and drive accountability across complex, multi-stakeholder environments. The position demands a constant focus on results, with a measurable framework of KPIs and reporting against strategic investment objectives.

Essential is to champion a sense of inclusion, safety, and collaborative behavior across the organization, developing a culture that manifests integrity, humility, and consummate professionalism. Above all, the CIO's work must consistently connect to what matters most: growing the sport of volleyball, advancing the success of our athletes, and ensuring USAV remains a world-class national governing body. The position is located Irvine, CA. 

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities include but are not necessarily limited to:

Investment Strategy & Portfolio Architecture

• Design and govern the "Builder" investment strategy, defining a diversified portfolio across youth events, digital media rights, and physical infrastructure aligned to USAV's mission and long-term growth objectives.
• Develop a clear thesis of thought around organizational capability and resource allocation, translating complex financial opportunities into actionable strategic direction.
• Constantly prospect and remain informed about future market dynamics across finance, real estate, and commercial enterprise to identify emerging opportunities for USAV.

Capital Formation & Investor Relations

• Lead sourcing, financial underwriting, and structuring of growth capital that supports USAV's strategic priorities and athlete-focused programs.
• Develop compelling investor narratives that articulate USAV's enterprise value while clearly communicating the organization's mission commitment and governance framework.
• Cultivate and prioritize strategic capital relationships with investors, sponsors, and institutional partners whose values align with USAV's identity and long-term vision.
• Regularly inform the CEO and leadership team on capital formation progress, investor engagement, and pipeline development.

Real Estate & Asset Acquisition

• Direct USAV's acquisition strategy for regional training hubs and training centers, building a physical infrastructure that serves athletes and amplifies the sport's presence nationally.
• Execute complex real estate financial engineering including lease-to-equity conversions and tax shield arbitrage.
• Establish and maintain relationships with real estate development partners, municipal leaders, and community stakeholders to expand USAV's physical footprint in key markets.
• Develop feasibility studies and investment models for existing and new facility programs, ensuring alignment with overall strategic and financial goals.

Governance & Fiduciary Stewardship

• Act as USAV's designated representative on Joint Venture boards, exercising “Golden Share” veto rights that protect the organization's mission and financial interests.
• Build and lead a lean, high-performance investment team through a phased organizational development plan, establishing a best-in-class commercial function within USAV.
• Develop KPIs, dashboards, and reporting tools that provide the CEO, Board and stakeholders with clear visibility into commercial performance and investment outcomes.
• Lead risk management strategies across the commercial portfolio, balancing investment opportunity against organizational exposure and mission alignment.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

Salary: $260,000 - $285,000 commensurate with relevant experience.

Benefits: 

USAV also offers a comprehensive benefits package to all full-time employees to include:

• Paid Time Off: (employees will accrue 12 hours each pay period up to a maximum of 19.33 days).
• Holidays: Up to 15.5 paid holidays per year
• 403B retirement plan: Employer match up to 8%
• Health Benefits: (medical, dental, vision)- No monthly premiums are deducted for employee only health benefit. An opt-out rebate is provided for employees waiving USAV medical coverage should they already have coverage with a qualified group health plan. 
• Medical wellness program - Earn up to $1000/year for completing health activities
• Paid Parental leave, 
• Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP
• DEI, Social and Wellness Committees
• Discounts on sponsored vendor apparel (Mizuno)

Benefits may be modified or discontinued from time to time at the company’s discretion as permitted by law

Applications accepted online only. Phone calls not accepted. Position is open until filled. Please ensure your cover letter addresses your interest in USAV and the position.