Assistant Athletic Director for Operations

Sioux Falls, SD - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The University of Sioux Falls is a private Christian University offering a positive collegial work environment and a strong benefit and compensation package. Generous benefits include but are not limited to health insurance employer HSA contributions tuition remission vacation sick holiday and emergency benefit leave in the full-time employee compensation package.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Assistant Athletic Director for Operations reports to the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics. This role involves planning executing and assessing event operations and experiences for the wider campus community. It also plays a key role in developing and managing corporate partnerships and the Cougar Club (USF athletic booster club). Additionally it supports other internal athletics department functions particularly handling purchase orders credit card statements and other budget-related tasks.

MAJOR FUNCTIONS

Each function listed is essential for the successful performance of this job; this job description does not aim to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities skills or efforts related to this position. The supervisor or designee may assign additional job-related tasks or special projects.

Travel may be required and evening and weekend work will be a significant part of this position.
Plan execute and evaluate events and game day experiences for all programs- including certain annual events such as SID shootout.
Assist in the cultivation execution and fulfillment of Cougar Club memberships and Corporate Partnerships.
Monitor athletics department budgets by analyzing and organizing purchase orders credit card receipts etc.
Lead hospitality efforts offered to Cougar Club and Corporate Sponsor members on game days.
Generate game day scripts in coordination with the Assistant Athletic Director for Communications.
Offer ticketing administrative assistance and training when presented.
Occasional content maintenance (website social media digital signage).
Coordination of select game day workers in collaboration with athletics staff and human resources.
Seek ways to enhance revenue promotions and attendance at all events.
Facilitate efforts of livestreaming coverage for all home and special events.
Direct and manage all functionality of the USF Cougars mobile app.
Within the purview of the position enforcement of NCAA conference and institutional policies and procedures as they affect ticket office operations.
Responsible for adhering to all Department and University policies and procedures as well as the rules regulations bylaws and interpretations of the Northern Sun Conference and the NCAA and Title IX.
Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelors degree required
Experience with fundraising sales marketing business or a similar area preferred
Higher education experience in an athletic administrative setting is a plus but not required
Commitment and ability to articulate the Christian mission of the University
Exceptional communication skills: written oral and listening
Demonstrated success or abilities in event planning
Robust planning and organizational skills including the ability to manage multiple relationships and priorities in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrated ability to build business relationships
Demonstration of a strong work ethic that contributes to a strong team effort and departmental success
Proficient with desktop computer Microsoft Office Suite internet printer/fax/copier
A willingness to travel
Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds; successfully pass required background checks as required by USF; valid drivers license

APPLICATION

Applicants should provide a letter of application current resume and contact information for a minimum of three professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

NO TELEPHONE CALLS.

The University of Sioux Falls is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Required Experience:

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