ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE ATHLETIC DIRECTOR FOR CORPORATE PARTNERSHIPS
EXPIRED
Posted Date: Jun 27, 2024
Expired Date: Jul 29, 2024
Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number
SRGV7571
Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number
SRGV7571
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ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE ATHLETIC DIRECTOR FOR CORPORATE PARTNERSHIPS
Number of Vacancies
1
Location
Edinburg, Texas
Department
Athletics
FTE
1
FLSA
Exempt
Scope of Job
Provide leadership for corporate partnership activities for the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley department of intercollegiate athletics. Responsible to conceptualize and execute on sales and sponsorship programs that maximize profit margins and revenue targets.
Description of Duties
Assistant Athletic Director for Corporate Partnerships
Develops and implements a comprehensive strategic plan for the Athletics Corporate Partnership Program. This includes management of existing corporate sponsorships as well as identifying and growing new sponsorship arrangements.
Responsible for the management of the system processes and software platform utilized to track corporate sponsorships. These platforms will be used to track sponsorship arrangements, monitor and inventory of marketable assets, serve as a resource in developing new agreements, and track the performance of sponsorship arrangements.
Provides direct support for game day operations, including coordination of fulfillment responsibilities associated with corporate sponsorships. Serve as primary liaison for all athletics suites and other special athletic offerings.
Builds relationships with current corporate partners seeking their input on strategies to enhance existing elements of their contracts.
Engages and consults with corporate partners regularly, promoting quality customer service and contract fulfillment.
Proposes short and long-range plans, conceptual designs, budget requirements and documentation for assigned area.
Leverages and promotes the visibility of
UTRGV
athletics to seek additional corporate support from local, regional, and national businesses.
Responsible for working and attending events and promotions including nights, weekends and holidays.
Responsible for securing radio and television packages.
Assists with game day broadcasts and coaches shows.
Identifies opportunities and establishes corporate partner relationships to enable the development of marketing and advertising opportunities.
Performs other duties and assists with special projects as directed by the Vice President and Director of Athletics.
Associate Athletic Director of Corporate Partnerships will also be responsible for:
Directs the development of a comprehensive external plan for revenue generation for corporate partnerships with emphasis on revenue production and image enhancement, to include identifying potential corporate partners, developing proposals, and securing contracts for all sports within the department of intercollegiate athletics.
Responsible for strategic development and enhancement of partner relationships; leveraging and advertising of the department; strategizing and analyzing techniques to advance corporate involvement and sales; and identifying key decisions and opportunities to promote and enhance the ability to grow attendance, revenue streams and enhance brand recognition for
UTRGV
Athletics.
Develops and implements strategies to increase corporate involvement through ticket opportunities, corporate nights, and hospitality events.
Develops short and long-range plans, conceptual designs, budget requirements and documentation for assigned area.
Plans and implements revenue funding techniques to enable long-term strategic plans.
Ensures corporate partnerships are compliant with
NCAA
, Conference and University rules and regulations regarding corporate partnerships and use of student-athlete likeness.
Responsible for cultivating and building a good working relationship with different personnel and departments within
UTRGV
and the surrounding Rio Grande Valley community.
Performs other duties and assists with special projects as directed by the Vice President and Director of Athletics.
Supervision Received
General supervision from the VP & Athletics Director
Supervision Given
Direct supervision of assigned staff.
Required Education
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
Preferred Education
None.
Licenses/Certifications
None.
Required Experience
Assistant Athletic Director:
Three (3) years of sales experience in a related field or in sales management and leadership.
Associate Athletic Director:
Four (4) years of sales experience in a related field or in sales management and leadership.
Preferred Experience
Experience years in corporate sales at the collegiate or professional level. Experience with legal and financial implications of complex, multi-platform deals.
Equipment
Use of standard office equipment.
Working Conditions
Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Office Environment; travel and weekend work is required.
Other
A demonstrated track record of outstanding sales achievement (both in growth and profit) is essential. Proven ability to renew and upsell existing clients as well as land new clients.
Exceptional sales skills and proven ability to pitch and close deals up to and beyond seven figures.
Superior communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
Results-oriented leader with proven ability to motivate teams and maximize revenue production.
Enthusiastic, creative with the ability to think strategically and tactically.
Has the highest level of personal and professional integrity and ethics.
Has a strong understanding of and passion for college and professional sports industries.
Physical Capabilities
N/A
Employment Category
Full-Time
Minimum Salary
Commensurate with Experience
Posted Salary
Commensurate with Experience
Position Available Date
05/17/2024
Grant Funded Position
No
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents 1. Resume Optional Documents 1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application 2. Curriculum Vitae 3. Unofficial Transcripts 4. Reference Letter 1 5. Reference Letter 2 6. Reference Letter 3 7. Certifications and Licenses 8. Training Certificates 9. Other Document 10. List of 3 References 11. Unofficial Transcripts 2 12. Unofficial Transcripts 3 13. Letter of Interest 14. Unofficial Graduate Transcripts 15. Additional Document
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