Associate Director of Athletics for External Affairs

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Hofstra University is nationally ranked and recognized as Long Island’s largest private university located in Hempstead, N.Y. When you work at Hofstra, you join a team of talented professionals committed to preparing students for the challenges of tomorrow, in an environment that cultivates learning through the free and open exchange of ideas for the betterment of humankind. The work we do at Hofstra supports the education and well-being of our students, and the workforce of the future. While working towards this mission, employees can take advantage of many enriching experiences on campus. Whether it’s a lunchtime lecture, a Division I

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Position Details

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About Hofstra

Hofstra University is nationally ranked and recognized as Long Island’s largest private university located in Hempstead, N.Y. When you work at Hofstra, you join a team of talented professionals committed to preparing students for the challenges of tomorrow, in an environment that cultivates learning through the free and open exchange of ideas for the betterment of humankind. The work we do at Hofstra supports the education and well-being of our students, and the workforce of the future. While working towards this mission, employees can take advantage of many enriching experiences on campus. Whether it’s a lunchtime lecture, a Division I

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Position Title

Associate Director of Athletics for External Affairs

Position Number

897907

School/Division

Athletic Marketing and Promotions (division)

Department

Full-Time or Part-Time

Full-Time

Description

Reporting to the Deputy Athletic Director and Chief Revenue Officer, the Associate Director of Athletics for External Affairs is a senior member of the Athletic Department’s external relations team. This position is responsible for generating revenue through sponsorships and strategic partnerships as well as overseeing the ticket sales goals. This position has supervision of sport programs as well as other administrative areas. Candidates must be willing and able to organize and handle all aspects of administration and adhere to the rules and regulations of Hofstra University, Hofstra Athletics, the Colonial Athletic Association (

CAA

), and the

NCAA

. This position requires working weekends and holidays and attending athletic events as appropriate.

 

Responsible for knowledge of

NCAA

rules and regulations. If found responsible for a violation of

NCAA

regulations, will be subject to disciplinary or corrective action, including termination if appropriate. Also, may be responsible for any act or omission that may give rise to a finding that the University has violated an

NCAA

regulation.

 

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Establishes and achieves fundraising goals for the athletic department.

Works with head coaches to meet and exceed sport specific goals.

Serves as athletic administrator for the Pride Club Board of Directors.

Assists in the organization of the department of athletics events including but not limited to homecoming, alumni days, and golf outings.

Manages a donor portfolio of 100 prospects and meets annual solicitation, meeting and dollars raised goals.

Oversees all hospitality areas for athletic events.

Orchestrates annual giving day efforts with institutional advancement.

Solicits and sells corporate sponsorships for the athletics department.

Identifies corporate sponsorship inventory available to the corporate community.

Creates and fulfills sponsorship contracts and the mailing and tracking of invoices and payments.

Cultivates and entertains corporate sponsors.

Coordinates and serves as the liaison with the Office for Development and Alumni Affairs to ensure that all athletic efforts to solicit funding are controlled and managed in the University’s best interests.

Responsible for the marketing and sales of all athletic inventory including signage, program sales, radio/television sales, promotions, poster and schedule card sales.

Coordinates with the Deputy Athletic Director regarding advertising copy, game day audio and visuals, game day advertising opportunities, barter programs, and corporate entertainment.

Acts as a liaison between the corporate community and the Pride Club soliciting Pride Club donations with corporate sponsorships.

Coordinates with the ticket office on the distribution of tickets to corporate sponsors.

Attains set ticket revenue goal each year.

Oversees the marketing and promotions office working with its staff daily regarding marketing, promotions, student initiatives, advertising, season ticket sales and group sales initiatives. 

Manages the Director of Ticket Sales and Operations, Director of Corporate Sales and Strategic Partnerships and Assistant Director of Athletics for Athletics Development and Strategic Partnerships. 

Oversees the Athletic Ticket Office staff, which includes the Director of Ticket Sales and Operations, the Ticket Office part-time ticket sellers and student workers. 

Coordinates with this staff on the solicitation, sales, printing, and distribution of tickets for all ticketed athletic events; complies with all University policies for depositing ticket revenue.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required.

Minimum 3 – 5 years of relevant experience.

Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

5-6 years of revenue generation experience preferably in college athletics.

Experience in sponsorship sales, marketing and/or ticket sales.

Graphic design experience.

Special Instructions

Please include a resume, cover letter, and contact information for 3 professional references with your application.

Deadline

12/15/2024

Date Posted

09/24/2024

EEO Statement

Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity in its faculty, administrative staff and student body, and encourages applications from the entire spectrum of a diverse community.

Salary/Salary Range

$95,000 - $105,000

Additional Information

_Hofstra University provides the above salary* as a good faith estimate of the starting pay range which considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience and education. In addition to the salary offered, we offer a collegial and inclusive culture, and a benefits program which includes generous paid time off, paid holidays, tuition remission for employees and eligible dependents, and a retirement plan with University contributions.

*Salary ranges indicated for positions covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement are in accordance with the CBA._

Documents needed to apply

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter (Including Salary Requirement) 3. References Optional Documents

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