Assistant Director/Director Of Executive Operations

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Assistant Director/Director Of Executive Operations-24000000G8

Description

Unit: Athletics Position Number: 20020651

FLSA Status: Exempt Pay Grade:

Date: February 26, 2024 Supervisor: Associate AD for Executive Operations

General Description** :**

Reporting to the Associate Athletics Director for Executive Operations, this position will manage the key initiatives identified by the Vice Chancellor/Director of Athletics (AD) and the Deputy ADs (Deputies). This individual will frequently serve as a representative for these groups to UTAD staff, UTAD coaches, UTAD student-athletes, campus partners and external constituents.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensures efficient and accurate delivery on key initiatives identified by the AD and the Deputies. These project topics will span the entire department and include, but are not limited to, SEC and industry benchmarking, fan engagement, compliance, corporate partnerships, development, business office, department culture, etc.

Assistant Director/Director Of Executive Operations-24000000G8

Description

Unit: Athletics Position Number: 20020651

FLSA Status: Exempt Pay Grade:

Date: February 26, 2024 Supervisor: Associate AD for Executive Operations

General Description** :**

Reporting to the Associate Athletics Director for Executive Operations, this position will manage the key initiatives identified by the Vice Chancellor/Director of Athletics (AD) and the Deputy ADs (Deputies). This individual will frequently serve as a representative for these groups to UTAD staff, UTAD coaches, UTAD student-athletes, campus partners and external constituents.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensures efficient and accurate delivery on key initiatives identified by the AD and the Deputies. These project topics will span the entire department and include, but are not limited to, SEC and industry benchmarking, fan engagement, compliance, corporate partnerships, development, business office, department culture, etc.
• Aids in strategic plan initiatives and helps coordinate and tracks progress of those initiatives.
• Aids Deputies in project management over key initiatives and assists them in tracking and managing budgets for those areas.
• Coordinates and executes logistics for events hosted by the AD’s office for student-athletes, internal staff and external groups.
• Main administrative contact for post-season or large group travel which includes, but is not limited to, securing, organizing and communicating plans regarding travel, lodging, transportation, parking, credentials, game tickets, etc. for all staff members that are not a part of the team travel party.
• Manages and provides game day information for external guests of AD’s office (Tickets, Parking Passes, Policy, etc).
• Serves as AD hospitality suite operations director during home and some away sporting events.
• Oversight of the Tennessee Fellows program. This includes, but is not limited to, maintaining the recruitment, on-boarding, and curriculum for 4 participants annually. This role will coordinate with other departments and oversee the responsible use of budget to maximize the success of the fellows.
• Will manage, supervise, and hire the administrative assistant positions, which will include up to 4 individuals. Effective management of these roles will be essential in ensuring UTAD runs efficiently.
• Helps Deputies in travel arrangements and aids in creating effective plans that accomplish the goals and meet university travel requirements.
• Creates and distributes email, correspondence memos and letters on behalf of the AD’s Office.
• Serves as representative and liaison by attending meetings and other events with or on behalf of AD Office members and assist with follow-up and logistics of these events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree is required; Master’s Degree is preferred.

Experience:

Minimum three years of experience in executive operations, or equivalent field, in a professional office environment (graduate school experience will be accepted) is required.

Experience in executive operations in a college athletics setting at the NCAA DI/FBS level, or other relevant experience (preferred).

Extensive experience interacting and working with high-level executives and constituents (preferred).

Skills:

• Integrity and trustworthiness. Adherence to university, SEC, and NCAA rules and regulations.
• Commitment to the Athletics Department and University’s mission.
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams and to foster teamwork.
• Ability to work with diverse populations in a positive manner.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Ability to troubleshoot issues on the fly and generate a positive outcome.
• Skilled in area of customer service to deal with requests from all levels of administration and the general public.

Behaviors:

Demonstrated behavioral expectations include:

• Unquestioned integrity and trustworthiness
• Adherence to University, Southeastern Conference, and NCAA rules and regulations
• Commitment to the Athletics Department and University’s mission
• Flexible to various scheduling to include nights, weekend work and some holidays
• Commitment to the Athletics Department and University’s mission

Job

Other Admin Asst/Secr/Clerical

Primary Location

US-Tennessee-knoxville

Organization

Athletic Director

Schedule

Full-time

Campus/InstituteKnoxville

Job Posting

Feb 28, 2024, 9:09:36 PM