The Nevada Interscholastic Activities Association (NIAA) will soon begin the search for new leadership following the announcement that Executive Director Timothy Jackson has submitted his resignation.
The NIAA announced Wednesday, July 1, that Jackson will step down from the position effective Aug. 1 after leading the statewide organization through a period of legislative changes and operational updates. He will remain in the role through the transition to help ensure a smooth handoff ahead of the 2026-27 high school athletic seasons.
“It has been an honor to serve Nevada’s member schools and student-athletes,” Jackson said in a statement. “I am proud of the strides we have made in professionalizing our operations, expanding opportunities for students, and strengthening our relationships with state leaders.”
During his tenure, Jackson placed a strong emphasis on supporting Nevada’s athletic administrators through expanded education and professional development opportunities. Under his leadership, the NIAA significantly increased coaches’ education initiatives and launched the inaugural Nevada Athletics Summer Institute, a statewide event that provided free professional training for hundreds of administrators.
Jackson also introduced a digital NIAA Video Library, giving school personnel on-demand access to information regarding eligibility requirements, scheduling procedures and compliance with association policies.
Beyond administrative improvements, Jackson played a prominent role in legislative matters affecting high school athletics across Nevada. He worked with state lawmakers during the implementation of Assembly Bill 184, helping guide revisions to student transfer regulations with the goal of maintaining fairness and transparency for member schools. He also helped establish a formal Legislative Liaison position on the NIAA Board of Control to strengthen communication between the association and state legislators.
The organization also saw the addition and expansion of several athletic opportunities during Jackson’s leadership. The NIAA sanctioned Boys’ and Girls’ Lacrosse as official championship sports and developed Girls’ Wrestling into its own standalone state championship program.
Jackson additionally oversaw several internal modernization efforts, including the first major revision of the NIAA Policy Manual in more than 10 years and the implementation of digital activity cards designed to improve efficiency while reducing costs.
“The Board of Control thanks Mr. Jackson for his dedicated service and his commitment to the students of Nevada,” said Pamela Sloan, president of the NIAA Board of Control.
According to the NIAA, the Board of Control will meet in the coming weeks to develop a transition plan and begin the search for the association’s next executive director.
