RTSWS CAREERS

The Opportunity

The Chief Development Officer (CDO) of Rock The Street, Wall Street (RTSWS) is a senior leadership role based in Nashville, Tennessee, at the helm of all contributed revenue generation for one of the nonprofit sector's most distinctive investment literacy organizations. RTSWS empowers high school and university women by bringing financial and investment fundamentals to life, building an expanded talent pipeline for the capital markets and financial industry.

The CDO will serve as the organization's lead fundraiser, responsible for designing and executing a comprehensive, multi-year development strategy that spans corporate, foundation, and individual giving. Working in close partnership with the CEO, Board of Directors, and senior leadership, this executive will cultivate a culture of philanthropy across the organization, manage a portfolio of high-value donors and prospects, and forge strategic alliances with corporations, foundations, and influencers aligned with RTSWS's mission. The CDO will lead a comprehensive development strategy that expands multi-year corporate sponsorships and deepens relationships with foundations, individual donors, industry leaders, and the growing RTSWS alumni community. This leader will help secure transformational investments, strengthen strategic partnerships, and position RTSWS to continue educating, preparing, and advancing the next generation of financial and investment leaders for years to come. Candidates with a bachelor's degree, at least seven years of nonprofit fundraising experience including management responsibilities, and familiarity with the financial services industry and its culture are strongly preferred for this role.

Contact 

DSG | Koya has been exclusively retained for this engagement, which is being led by Liz Lombard and Angie Sessoms. Express interest in this role by filling out our Talent Profile  or emailing Angie directly at Angie.Sessoms@dsgco.com. All inquiries and discussions are strictly confidential.

DSG | Koya is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals living with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual living with a disability and need assistance expressing interest online, please email NonprofitSearchOps@divsearch.com. If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.

Program Operations Manager

Location: Nashville, TN (Hybrid)
Schedule: Full-time, exempt
Travel: Up to 20–30%, primarily for program events, sponsor visits and student field experiences
Compensation: Starting at $70,000, commensurate with experience

Position Summary

The Program Operations Manager oversees the execution, quality and growth of RTSWS programming across domestic and international markets. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, this position leads Program Coordinators, oversees volunteer coordination and ensures consistent program delivery, student participation, school retention and accurate reporting.

The role works closely with Development, Career Readiness, Student Learning & Development and Executive Leadership to strengthen program operations and outcomes for students, schools, volunteers and sponsors.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Supervise, coach and develop Program Coordinators. Support hiring, onboarding, performance reviews, goal setting and workload management.
• Program Operations: Oversee RTSWS high school programming across approximately 60 schools serving around 2,000 students annually. Maintain program standards, monitor progress, address challenges and support Industry Insight Days and other student experiences.
• School & Volunteer Relationships: Maintain strong relationships with educators, school administrators, volunteers and corporate supporters. Assist with recruitment, onboarding, training, recognition and resolving complex issues.
• Data & Reporting: Maintain accurate Salesforce records and track school retention, student enrollment and completion, volunteer engagement, assessment participation and data quality. Develop reports and dashboards for leadership.
• Cross-Functional Work: Provide program outcomes, testimonials and reporting for sponsor communications and grants. Coordinate with Career Readiness, Student Learning & Development and Marketing.
• Operational Support: Coordinate materials, supplies, shipping and event logistics. Improve processes for efficiency and consistency.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Nonprofit Management, Education, Communications or a related field
• 5+ years of volunteer management experience
• 5+ years of program management, operations, account management, customer success or nonprofit leadership experience
• 3+ years of direct people leadership experience
• Demonstrated success leading teams and managing relationships, projects and deadlines
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, written, verbal and presentation skills
• Advanced proficiency in Salesforce or a comparable CRM and experience using data to evaluate results
• Proficiency with Google Workspace, Zoom and online collaboration tools
• Commitment to the RTSWS mission

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in nonprofit, education, workforce development or youth-serving organizations
• Experience managing volunteer programs or networks
• Salesforce reporting and dashboard experience
• Experience supporting sponsor, donor or corporate relationships
• Experience working in a growing organization

Success Measures

Performance will be evaluated through student enrollment and completion, school retention, volunteer satisfaction and retention, program quality, team development, data accuracy, reporting effectiveness and operational improvements.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance and other coverage detailed in the full job description
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off (PTO)

How to Apply

Submit a resume and cover letter to jobs@rockthestreetwallstreet.com with Program Operations Manager in the subject line.

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