Associate Athletics Director for External Operations

Career Opportunities with Houston Baptist University Careers At Houston Baptist University Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available. Subscribe to our RSS feeds to receive instant updates as new positions become available. Associate Athletics Director for External Operations Associate Athletics Director for External Operations Reports to: Director of Athletics Job Status : Exempt Position Summary: Responsible for oversight of athletic department operations and events that involve corporate partners, alumni, media, fans and guests of the University. Oversee staff and activities such as those related to corporate sales, ticket sales, social media, alumni gatherings, etc. Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Coordinate the development and implementation of all ticket sales campaigns, including the use of all marketing/media options. Oversee all efforts towards the cultivation and securing of corporate sponsors. Oversee all efforts involving HCU alumni & friends and their participation with HCU Athletics. Coordinate all promotional and support activities surrounding HCU Athletic events including band, cheer, game promos, outside groups, etc. Ensure (along with Media Relations & Corporate Sales staff) that game/event scripts are prepared prior to each event. Ensure the implementation of all billing involving corporate sales and facility rentals. Serve as the HCU liaison with corporate equipment partners such as Game One and Under Armour. Oversee and coordinate the planning and implementation of special alumni events for former student-athletes. Sport sponsorship supervision as assigned. Perform other job-related duties as assigned Will oversee staff involved in the areas of corporate sales, ticket sales, media relations and sports medicine. Assist Associate AD for Facilities & Operations with events as needed. Knowledge and Skills: Familiarity with the following: athletic department events and functions Ability to: monitor compliance with NCAA rules work well with HCU university staff and alumni Organize, staff, and prepare for intercollegiate sporting events Education and Experience Experience working within a collegiate environment, or experience in a similar environment. Some knowledge and understanding of sports Ability to work well with various constituencies within an academic setting Bachelor’s Degree required, Masters degree preferred from an accredited college or university Working knowledge of NCAA rules and rules compliance Physical Demands: Ability to stand at athletic events for long periods Ability to read and comprehend written symbols and words Ability to attend and address facility and operations issues at on campus events Working Conditions and Environment: Normal office conditions Additional Information: Houston Christian University is an independent, private Christian liberal arts institution with a diverse student body. It has access to all the cultural advantages of one of the largest metropolitan centers in the country. For more information about the University, visit hc.edu . The University is in the process of implementing its Ten Pillars vision ( hc.edu/vision ) and anticipates significant growth in student enrollment and university programs. The successful candidate will also be able to articulate a vision for the role of his or her discipline at HCU that is supportive of the Ten Pillars vision statement. Houston Christian University is committed to maintaining a teaching faculty and staff who share an active Christian faith. The Preamble to the By-Laws of the University sets forth a statement of belief which each University employee is expected to support and personify. Your submittal of an application for employment indicates your acceptance and affirmation of these statements. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements of personnel. ** Disclaimer ** Background checks are performed on every new hire. If your application is selected to continue with the interviewing process you will be required to submit a Background Check form. If you decline, your application may be denied. By proceeding with the online application you understand and accept this process. #J-18808-Ljbffr Houston Baptist University