Associate Athletic Director of External Strat

Summary

Position Title

Associate Athletic Director of External Strategy

Department

Summary

Position Title

Associate Athletic Director of External Strategy

Department

Athletics

Position Reports to (Position Title)

Deputy Athletics Director/COO

Status

Full Time/Exempt

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Deputy Athletics Director/COO, the Associate AD of External Strategy is responsible for managing Athletics external department day-to-day operations in the areas of engagement, marketing, and creative services. The successful employee will have a demonstrated track record of building relationships, managing multiple projects simultaneously, and possessing a passion for intercollegiate athletics -- all while exemplifying the Jacksonville University Athletic Department Core Values: 

• BE ORIGINAL 
• PUT OTHERS FIRST 
• EXCEED EXPECTATIONS 
• FOSTER GROWTH 
• A PART OF THE WHOLE.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Sport Administration responsibilities (as assigned) 
• Creative Services Department Marketing
• External Operations Graduate Assistant(s)

Duties/Responsibilities

Fundraising and Development

• Assist with planning and execution of high-level Athletic events 

  •  Donor dedications, nationally broadcasted games, major fundraising initiatives

• Planning and execution of all game day operations 

• Collaborates with coaches and administrators for sport- specific marketing campaigns and goals

External Engagement

• Utilize written communication skills to develop external promotions, graphics and ads to Athletics supporters, alumni, and fans 
• Track external engagement data and analytics 
• Design and creative content production and assistance as needed

Marketing and Operations

• Manage fan engagement initiatives including advertising, promotion, and athletics website 
• Work with the Deputy AD and staff to ensure the production of high-quality marketing campaigns, materials, and game presentation for all sports 
• Oversight of all marketing promotional schedules 
• Ensures executed fulfillment for Van Wagner Sports & Entertainment contracted elements 
• Ensures department and vendor adherence to University Brand standards 
• Continually collaborates with University partners- Aramark (facilities and dining), University scheduling, University Advancement, Marketing & Communications 
• Develop comprehensive student sports marketing internship program 
• Supervise Assistant Director of Marketing 
  • Indirect oversight of student interns and marketing street team 
• Other duties as assigned 

Creative Services

• Oversee the entire Jacksonville Athletics creative brand 
• Involved in strategic planning of all creative content for athletic department 
• Provide supervision to entire creative team 
• Assist in developing social media strategy

Required Skills/Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education, Certificates, Licenses, & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business, public relations, communications or related field. Master’s Degree preferred. 
• Experience: 3-5 years professional experience in fundraising, marketing, engagement, events or related field. 
• Direct experience in college athletics preferred 

Physical Requirements

• Be able to lift 10-20 pounds of equipment for game day operations (printers, cd players, boxes of printed material, etc.)
• Work Conditions: Ability to work nights, weekends, and some holidays.

Important Note

This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required for this position. The University reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs.

To Apply

Please provide an updated resume for consideration