Deputy AD & Chief Revenue Officer

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Type of Position: Professional Staff - Athletic Affairs

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type: Regular

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Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name: University of Arkansas at Little Rock

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

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Department: Athletics

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Summary of Job Duties: The University of Arkansas at Little Rock (Little Rock Athletics) is seeking a Deputy Athletics Director/Chief Revenue Officer. The Deputy Athletics Director will help provide strategic vision and leadership for a thriving and growing Division I athletics program in the Ohio Valley Conference. Playing a critical role in revenue generation, strategic planning, goal setting, fundraising, community engagement, and sport program oversight, this position will drive the department to advance its goals in pursuit of excellence. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.

Qualifications:

Required Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Management, Sports Management or related field;
• A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in fundraising, marketing, sales or related field, preferably in a Collegiate or professional athletics setting. (Other comparable experience will be considered).

Preferred Education and/or Experience:

• Master’s Degree preferred;

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• On a daily basis, the Deputy AD/Chief Revenue Officer will have direct oversight for Development, driving engagement with a robust and motivated donor base, in an effort to advance major/capital gift opportunities, as well as sustained growth in annual fundraising efforts (The Trojan Fund);

• Oversee revenue enhancement opportunities with our newly formed and aggressive outbound ticket sales division, as well as our evolving sponsorship and multi-media rights partnership;

• Have a key role as we grow our efforts in the Name, Image & Likeness (NIL) space;

• Be responsible for marshalling the efforts of two (2) Associate ADs for Development;

• As a member of the Department’s Leadership Team, the Deputy AD will oversee multiple sports, including our flagship Women’s Basketball program.;

• Represent the program at various campus and community engagements and serve as a key leader, helping set expectations and priorities for the program;

• Drive revenue generation via fundraising, ticket and sponsorship sales efforts. In addition, experience working with championship caliber sport programs is desired;

• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Must be able to develop meaningful and productive relationships with colleagues, coaches and student-athletes.;
• Strong computer skills and related software capability.;
• Excellent management, organizational, analytical, and project management skills;
• Ability to meet established deadlines and work effectively with diverse groups of internal and external constituents;
• Ability to travel occasionally and work on weekends, nights and holidays when necessary;
• Ability to analyze, interpret, communicate, and adhere to Trojan Athletics, UA Little Rock, Ohio Valley Conference and NCAA policies, procedures, rules and regulations;
• Ability to develop productive and mutually beneficial relationships with internal and external constituents and to motivate those individuals toward a united vision to excel is imperative to success.

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

$100,000

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Brandy Cochran, HEI Prog. Coordinator, bccochran@ualr.edu

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Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Criminal Background Check, Financial Credit Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse Testing

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity: Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity: Feeling, Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching

Benefits Eligible: Yes

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