Assistant Athletic Director for Ticket Sales & Operations

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Closing Date:

07/17/2026

Type of Position:

Athletics Event Services

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Current University of Arkansas System employees, including student employees and graduate assistants, need to log in to Workday via MyApps.Microsoft.com, then access Find Jobs from the Workday search bar to view and apply for open positions.

Students at all University of Arkansas institutions will view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for “Find Jobs for Students.”

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville students will view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for “Find Student Jobs at UAF.”

All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).

If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application process will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.

Closing Date:

07/17/2026

Type of Position:

Athletics Event Services

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.

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As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

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Department:

Ticket Sales, Services and Operations

Department's Website:

https://arkansasrazorbacks.com/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j9ihI...

Summary of Job Duties:

The Assistant Athletic Director for Ticket Sales and Operations will oversee the day-to-day operations of both the ticket sales team and the ticket operations team. This position will be part of the external leadership team, and will lead the charge towards reaching the department’s annual ticket sales revenue goal, inclusive of season ticket renewals and sales, single game ticket sales, and group ticket sales. A key component of the role will be leading and providing sales leadership, oversight, and training to the ticket sales staff.

Additionally, the Assistant AD for Ticket Sales and Operations will be responsible for overseeing the maintenance of the back end Paciolan infrastructure and ensuring ticketing accuracy and distribution for individual game tickets. They will supervise the reconciliation of ticket sales and analyze ticket data to provide sales and attendance trends. While the role will oversee the entirety of the ticket operations team, this individual will serve as the primary ticketing contact for football. The position will require travel with sports as needed to administer away game ticketing. Position will report to the Sr Associate AD for Marketing & Business Development.

Regular, reliable and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education
• At least 4 to 5 years of experience in a collegiate athletics ticketing role
• At least 1 year of supervisory experience
• Experience working with Paciolan ticketing software

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education
• Experience working at multiple Power 4 level ticket offices
• 7 years of experience in a collegiate athletics ticketing role
• Proven background in building positive relationships and partnerships
• Experience working with secondary market ticketing providers
• Experience working within Salesforce CRM
• Experience working with major third-party events such as concerts

 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of the ticket sales funnel and the various ways in which we nurture leads through the sales process
• Knowledge of and compliance with specific NCAA, SEC, and institution rules that relate to this position
• Excellent communication skills
• Commitment to providing elite customer service skills
• Analytic proficiency skills
• Ability to guide decisions based upon related insights and reporting
• Ability to communicate goals, directives and expectations to the ticket sales and ticket operations teams
• Ability to provide leadership and training to all members of the ticket sales and ticket operations team
• Ability to create a culture within the ticket office that reflects quality customer service
• Ability to balance multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines
• Ability to work nights and weekends as needed

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information:

Jarred Witt, HR Coordinator - Athletics, jarredw@uark.edu

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/U...  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Financial Credit Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas 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.

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The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. 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:

N/A

Frequent Physical Activity:

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Talking

Occasional Physical Activity:

N/A

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

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