Assistant Athletic Director, Revenue Generation

About Us

 

Great universities inspire the very best in us. They nurture new ideas, fresh perspectives, and creative problem-solving. They challenge students to discover their passions - and to turn those passions into thriving careers that improve our world.

Columbus State University is exactly that kind of place. With exceptional facilities, ideal class sizes, and unique field experiences, our students have room to create. Here, every faculty and staff member is part of the educational process, actively mentoring students and championing each new step in their journey.

Located just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, CSU is part of the University System of Georgia and offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees. Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays (if applicable). Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!

Department Information

 

Athletics 

Job Summary

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About Us

 

Great universities inspire the very best in us. They nurture new ideas, fresh perspectives, and creative problem-solving. They challenge students to discover their passions - and to turn those passions into thriving careers that improve our world.

Columbus State University is exactly that kind of place. With exceptional facilities, ideal class sizes, and unique field experiences, our students have room to create. Here, every faculty and staff member is part of the educational process, actively mentoring students and championing each new step in their journey.

Located just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, CSU is part of the University System of Georgia and offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees. Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays (if applicable). Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!

Department Information

 

Athletics 

Job Summary

 

The Assistant Athletic Director for Revenue Generation serves as the department's primary revenue strategist, responsible for identifying, developing, and executing initiatives that increase external revenue and advance the mission of Columbus State Athletics. Areas of responsibility include corporate sponsorship sales and stewardship, facility rental operations, camp and clinic development, special events, and the creation of innovative revenue opportunities. This position will lead the development and management of a comprehensive athletics sponsorship program while collaborating with campus partners to create, package, and sell institutional and athletic assets for corporate sponsorship opportunities. The position also oversees operational coordination for external athletic facility usage to ensure efficient execution, exceptional customer service, and maximum revenue generation.

Responsibilities

 

Significant Duties and Responsibilities include: 

Revenue Generation & Sponsorship Development

• Develop, manage, steward, and grow corporate sponsorships and partnerships for both athletics and the greater CSU campus.
• Identify and cultivate new sponsorship opportunities while maintaining strong relationships with existing partners.
• Create annual sponsorship activation plans and measurable growth strategies.
• Lead efforts to significantly increase sponsorship revenue through proactive outreach and relationship management.

Facility Rentals & External Revenue Operations

• Oversee athletic facility rental logistics and operations for internal and external users.
• Proactively identify and recruit external organizations, schools, camps, tournaments, and community groups to rent athletics facilities.
• Develop strategies to maximize facility utilization and increase rental revenue.
• Coordinate operational logistics related to external rentals, including scheduling, contracts, staffing, and facility readiness.

Camp Development & Revenue Enhancement

• Manage and expand athletics camp offerings to increase departmental revenue.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive All Sports Camp model benefiting the Athletics Department.
• Create youth and community-based camp opportunities during school breaks, holidays, and summer periods.
• Coordinate camp logistics, staffing, registration, budgeting, and participant experience.

Strategic Revenue Development

• Identify, evaluate, and implement new revenue streams for the Athletics Department.
• Monitor projected athletics revenue streams, including ticket sales, NCAA distributions, and rental income.
• Provide reporting, forecasting, and performance analysis of revenue initiatives.

Athletics Operations & Venue Coordination

• Coordinate practice, game, and event scheduling across athletics venues, including off-site locations.
• Manage logistical operations associated with athletics events and external facility usage.

Donor Engagement & Game Day Experience

• Assist with Cougar Club hospitality, donor engagement, and premium game-day experiences.
   

Required Qualifications

 

Required Qualifications include: Bachelor's degree in sports management, business administration, marketing, higher education, or related field.; 3 years experience in athletics administration, business development, sponsorship sales, fundraising, or revenue generation.
 

Proposed Salary

 

The proposed annualized salary range for this position is $51,503 - $56,441 and includes full benefits. 

Contact Information

 

 If you have any questions, please contact Justin Hay, Hiring Manager, via email at hay_justin@columbusstate.edu.

USG Core Values

 

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/sect....

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/sect....

Institutional Values

 

• Excellence: Actively engaging outstanding methods in teaching, academic discovery, creative pursuits, student success, cultural enrichment and the overall campus community.
• Creativity: Pursuing distinction through inquiry and innovation, challenging convention and focusing on solutions.
• Engagement: Dynamic civic involvement and participation of students, faculty, staff and alumni in the university experience.
• Sustainability: Advancing fiscal responsibility, well-being, innovation, lifelong learning and environmental stewardship.
• Inclusion: Cultivating and championing a campus environment that welcomes diverse backgrounds, ideas, perspectives and practices.
• Servant Leadership: Leading through ethical empowerment and service.

Conditions of Employment

 

All selected candidates are required to submit and successfully pass a background investigation to include reference checks and verification of academic credentials (if applicable). Other additional requirements may be required based upon specific position duties: 

• A credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage;
• Pre-employment drug testing for positions with high-risk responsibilities.
• Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive a Columbus State University fleet vehicle or other vehicle designated as a fleet vehicle. A successful drug screening will be required as a condition of employment a randomly thereafter.
  

 *Applicants for positions of trust may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. *

 For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

 All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond. Additionally, all members of the USG community must adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values must also be aware of and comply with the Board of Regents policies on Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Equal Employment Opportunity

 

Columbus State University is proud to be an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity institution. It is the policy of our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws. 

Other Information

 

This is not a supervisory position.
This position has financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel
This position does not require security clearance.

Background Check

 

• Position of Trust + Education & Credit

Special Applicant Instructions

 

Visit Columbus State University's online Careers portal to drive your career with us! The online applicant system provides you with the ability to review job opportunities and apply to those that you are interested in and feel qualified for. Each job posting has a summary description of the position and required qualifications. All job applications must be submitted through the online portal system.
 

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