The Nevada Interscholastic Activities Association will need a new executive director after Timothy Jackson announced his resignation, effective Aug. 1. The governing body for high school sports confirmed the move Tuesday, with Jackson citing a pursuit of other opportunities.

“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.”

Jackson’s departure comes at a turbulent time for the NIAA. In March, Clark County School District’s 5A and 4A classification members voted to become independent, a move that reshapes high school sports in southern Nevada. CCSD schools will continue to play football games against each other while abiding by NIAA bylaws, but they will avoid facing Bishop Gorman for the next two seasons. The district includes 30 high schools competing in football at the 5A and 4A levels.

Jackson took over the executive director role in 2024, having previously served as CCSD’s director of athletics and as athletic director at Durango High School. During his tenure, the NIAA expanded educational programs for schools and coaches, sanctioned boys and girls lacrosse, and added girls wrestling as a standalone sport.

The NIAA board plans to meet in the coming weeks to search for a successor and manage the transition.