Senior Associate Athletic Director for External Affairs

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Job Title

Senior Associate Athletic Director for External Affairs

Job Grade

N1

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Requisiton Details

To create a Posting, first complete the information on this screen, then click the Next button or select the page in the left hand navigation menu. Proceed through all sections completing all necessary information. To submit the Posting, you must go to the Posting Summary Page by clicking on the Next button until you reach the Posting Summary Page or select Posting Summary Page from the left navigation menu. Once a summary page appears, hover your mouse over the orange Action button for a list of possible approval step options.

GENERAL REQUISITION INFORMATION

EEO Statement:

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The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its education programs or activities, including admissions and employment. The University prohibits any form of retaliation taken against anyone for reporting discrimination, harassment, or retaliation for otherwise engaging in protected activity. Read the full statement.

Job Title

Senior Associate Athletic Director for External Affairs

Job Grade

N1

Division

Intercollegiate Athletics

College/Dept

Services

Department

Athletics Business Office

Requisition Number

2024-00373

FTE (full-time equivalency)

100

Work Schedule

Varies

Does the position provide the opportunity to work Remotely/Telecommuting?

Yes – partial remote/telecommute opportunity

Appointment Term

12- 12/12 months

Is this position essential personnel according to the inclement weather policy?

No

Pay Information

$100,000-$125,000/year

Pay Schedule

Annually

FLSA Designation

Exempt

Position Summary

The Senior Associate Athletic Director for External Affairs provides leadership of a strategic and comprehensive external operations program for Omaha Athletics. Reporting to the Vice Chancellor / Director of Athletics, responsibilities include the development and oversight of Omaha Athletics external revenue generation and operational business units including Athletics Ticketing, Baxter Arena Box Office, Sports Marketing, Promotions, Athletic Communications, Creative Services, and Video Production.  In addition to staff oversight, this position will be charged with macro-oversight of externally related business functions including communications, licensing, branding, special events and management of the department’s partnership with Learfield/Omaha Sports Properties regarding corporate sponsorship activations.  This position will serve as a member of the Athletics cabinet and senior staff while serving as a liaison to University partners including the Office of Strategic Marketing and Communications, School of

CFAM

, and the

UNO

Alumni Association.

 

Job Duties

Required and Preferred Qualifications

| Required Education |
Master’s degree | | Required Experience |
·       8-10 years related work experience in athletic administration.

·       8-10 years related work experience in revenue generation including, but not limited to, development, business development, corporate sales, ticket sales, etc.

·       Significant personnel and program management experience required.

·       Volunteer management and experience working with committees and boards preferred.

·       Experience in higher education and an understanding how Athletic Departments run in a university setting preferred.

·       Ability to travel nationally for athletics events and external constituent meetings.

·       Familiarity with common industry customer relations management databases including Ticketing, Development, Box Office and Sales specific software.

·       Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA, NCHC and Summit League guidelines, policies, rules and regulations preferred.

·       Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 

·       Ability to think strategically and quickly summarize complex and detailed information.

·       Ability to work effectively with coaches, students, faculty, administration, University leadership, and the community at large.

·       Significant experience managing crisis situations.

·       Appreciation and understanding of the University of Nebraska mission and the ability to effectively communicate it. |

| Required License/Certification |

| | Required Additional Qualifications: |
 Ability to travel nationally for athletics events and external constituent meetings.

·       Familiarity with common industry customer relations management databases including Ticketing, Development, Box Office and Sales specific software.

·       Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA, NCHC and Summit League guidelines, policies, rules and regulations preferred.

·       Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 

·       Ability to think strategically and quickly summarize complex and detailed information.

·       Ability to work effectively with coaches, students, faculty, administration, University leadership, and the community at large.

·       Significant experience managing crisis situations.

·       Appreciation and understanding of the University of Nebraska mission and the ability to effectively communicate it. |

| Preferred Education |

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| Preferred Experience |

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| Preferred License/Certification |

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| Preferred Additional Qualifications: |

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Compliance Requirements

| Credit Check | Yes | | Motor Vehicle Licensing Validity Check | No | | Pre-employment Physical Request and Assessment | No | | Drug Screen | No |

Supplemental Question

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * What is the highest level of education you have attained?

   • none
   • High School Diploma/GED
   • Associates Degree
   • Bachelors Degree
   • Master's Degree
   • Doctorate (PhD, MD,EdD, JD etc)

2. * Do you have at least eight (8) years related work experience in athletic administration?

   • Yes
   • No

3. * Do you have at least eight (8) years related work experience in revenue generation including, but not limited to, development, business development, corporate sales, ticket sales, etc.?

   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

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