Associate Athletic Director - External Operations

EXPIRED

Summary and Purpose:

This position provides oversight of the external operations of the Aquinas College Athletic Department. This position oversight will include, but not limited to, responsible direction and strategic planning for increased departmental revenues, the Athletic fundraising fund, athletic communications, marketing and fan experience, special events, and additional revenue and ticket operations.

Responsibilities/Duties/Tasks/Essential Functions:

• Development – Strategize, plan, and implement a development and fundraising program that will result in the high-level funding assistance for the Aquinas College Athletic department

• Revenue Generation – Oversee development of sponsorships, partnerships, and ticket sales to develop revenue generating relationships. Ensure integration with marketing and strategic communication efforts to increase attendance and gameday experience while meeting revenue goals.

• Collaboration – Partner closely with Aquinas College Institutional Advancement staff to monitor the performance of fundraising planning and overall results, including but not limited to, fundraising goals, donor management, and system maintenance. Development and management of request for proposals (RFP’s)

• Administration – Work with senior leadership team, community and campus stakeholders on strategic planning and administrative operations to move the program forward.

• Sport Supervision – Work with the senior leadership team to oversee assigned sports.

• Supervision of Athletic Communications department and external communication

• Oversight of special events including Hall of Fame, Saint Slam

• Responsible for administrative and other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

• Prepares the Title IX Equity in Athletics Report.

• Prepares the NAIA End of Year Report.

Summary and Purpose:

This position provides oversight of the external operations of the Aquinas College Athletic Department. This position oversight will include, but not limited to, responsible direction and strategic planning for increased departmental revenues, the Athletic fundraising fund, athletic communications, marketing and fan experience, special events, and additional revenue and ticket operations.

Responsibilities/Duties/Tasks/Essential Functions:

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• Development – Strategize, plan, and implement a development and fundraising program that will result in the high-level funding assistance for the Aquinas College Athletic department

• Revenue Generation – Oversee development of sponsorships, partnerships, and ticket sales to develop revenue generating relationships. Ensure integration with marketing and strategic communication efforts to increase attendance and gameday experience while meeting revenue goals.

• Collaboration – Partner closely with Aquinas College Institutional Advancement staff to monitor the performance of fundraising planning and overall results, including but not limited to, fundraising goals, donor management, and system maintenance. Development and management of request for proposals (RFP’s)

• Administration – Work with senior leadership team, community and campus stakeholders on strategic planning and administrative operations to move the program forward.

• Sport Supervision – Work with the senior leadership team to oversee assigned sports.

• Supervision of Athletic Communications department and external communication

• Oversight of special events including Hall of Fame, Saint Slam

• Responsible for administrative and other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

• Prepares the Title IX Equity in Athletics Report.

• Prepares the NAIA End of Year Report.

Knowledge, Skills and Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree Required (Masters Preferred) Sport Management, Business Administration, Athletic Administration or related field background preferred

• Five years in a Collegiate athletic administrative and/or coaching position preferred

• Three years of Revenue generation and/or fundraising experience

• Decision-Making Skills: Ability to think critically and make independent decisions regarding budgets, contracts, and highly sensitive information

• Attention to Detail:Must have excellent communication, written and verbal, and interpersonal skills

• Must have the ability to organize, prioritize and perform multiple tasks with little or no supervision.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Work is in medium demand. Lifting 100 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects.

• Must be able to function effectively in a busy environment with interruptions.

• Constant use of computer and telephone.

• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

MISSION, VISION, VALUES:

Aquinas College, an inclusive educational community rooted in the Catholic and Dominican traditions, provides a liberal arts education with a global perspective, emphasizes career preparation focused on leadership and service to others, and fosters a commitment to lifelong learning dedicated to the pursuit of truth and the common good.

Aquinas College is recognized as the exceptional Catholic liberal arts college that prepares individuals for careers of leadership and service in developing a sustainable and just global community. Aquinas College is recognized by its values:Faith, Service, Learning and Community.

Aquinas College prides itself as a leader in sustainability, and this requires the participation of every member of the college community. In this regard, employees and their supervisors are expected to engage in the process of “appreciative inquiry” to identify ways that each position can advance sustainability in the employment experience.

In the performance of their respective tasks and duties, all employees are expected to conform to the Aquinas College Service Statement:

The College serves our community with excellence and respect through an institutional commitment to quality, accountability, cooperation, professionalism and responsiveness.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Aquinas College is an equal opportunity employer and an inclusive educational community rooted in the Catholic Dominican tradition. Aquinas College provides a liberal arts education with a global perspective, emphasizes career preparation focused on leadership and service to others, and fosters a commitment to lifelong learning dedicated to the pursuit of truth and the common good. Aquinas College values: Faith, Learning, Service and Community.

Aquinas College offers an excellent benefits package that includes affordable medical, dental, and vision plans, generous paid vacation each year, 16 paid holidays, paid sick time and short-term disability, and college-paid life and AD&D insurance. Additionally, Aquinas employees and their dependents are eligible for free tuition at Aquinas after one year of full-time employment.