Assistant Athletics Director for Sales 998250



Staff

Cincinnati, OH

Assistant Athletics Director for Sales 998250



Staff

Cincinnati, OH Apply Now

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ID: 3333-433
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Full-Time/Regular

Assistant Athletics Director for Sales 998250

Xavier University is seeking applications for the position of Assistant Athletics Director for Sales. This position will oversee the management, administration and operations of the Xavier University Athletic Ticket Office and Premium Seating program. This position is directly responsible for outbound sales, with an emphasis on the sale and service of tickets for Xavier University men's and women’s basketball. This role will also manage hospitality sales for any spaces within Cintas Center on game days.

The Xavier University Department of Athletics sponsors 19 sports programs with more than 330 student-athletes, and is a member of the Big East Conference. The Assistant Athletics Director for Sales will be a member of the Xavier Athletics Senior Staff and report to the Senior Associate Athletic Director for External Relations.

Responsibilities include, but will not be limited to:

• Coordinate sales and service for existing athletics customers, and cultivate new customers through outbound sales efforts.
• Provide direction and administrative oversight for Ticket Sales Manager and Athletic Ticket Office functions.
• Work with Senior Associate Athletics Director for External Relations to develop all ticket pricing, packaging, and marketing strategies for athletic events.
• Coordinate season ticket renewals, as well as allocation and distribution of tickets for season and individual games.
• Collaborate with All For One Fund staff on all premium seating, hospitality and fundraising initiatives including management and allocation of donor-based parking.
• Collaborate with marketing teams to create effective sales campaigns, promotions, and branding strategies.
• Develop and implement strategic sales plans to achieve revenue targets.
• Ensure customer satisfaction and loyalty by delivering exceptional experiences and service.
• Utilize data-driven insights to evaluate and optimize sales performance, making data-driven decisions to maximize results.
• Drive revenue growth by identifying new business opportunities, expanding existing customer relationships, and maximizing sales performance across different channels.
• Represent the organization at events, conferences, and networking opportunities.

Required Qualifications : A Bachelor’s degree is required with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in intercollegiate athletics ticket sales and operations, or 5+ years of relevant work experience with a Master’s degree and supervisory experience is preferred.

To be successful, the applicant should:

• Effectively build partnerships, lead, mentor and influence others.
• Be a self-starter and demonstrate excellent communication/presentation skills.
• Have the ability to effectively communicate and build strong relationships in a professional and positive manner with a variety of audiences including across the University and externally.
• Successfully manage and supervise personnel including student staff.
• Have the ability to multi-task and coordinate solutions for complex needs while maintaining attention to detail, remain efficient under pressure, and ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Have a track record of exceeding sales targets and driving revenue growth.
• Have demonstrated experience in the development and management of budgets.
• Have proficiency with Paciolan ticketing and Eloqua marketing automation systems.

This role will require a flexible schedule and must be able to work nights and weekends.

To ensure consideration, qualified/interested applicants must submit a cover letter, resume and the names and contact information of three professional references on Xavier University's website by August 26, 2024.

Benefits:

Xavier University offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options to meet the financial, education, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and employment class.

• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Tax advantaged accounts including health savings account, flexible spending accounts, and dependent care account.
• Financial security via life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Tuition remission for employees and their eligible dependents.

Xavier University is part of the 500-year-old Jesuit Catholic tradition of academic excellence in the liberal arts and is strongly committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity. These values are central to our mission. We strive for a climate of respect and inclusiveness that welcomes and supports members from diverse backgrounds and life experiences, is committed unreservedly to open and free inquiry, and deliberately seek out multiple perspectives.

Xavier University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, skin color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.