Associate Athletic Director For Mission

Associate Athletic Director for Mission

The Associate Athletic Director for Mission is an integral part of the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics and has primary responsibility to assist the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics with the identification, cultivation and solicitation of University of Mary prospects and supporters through athletic events and relationships. Along with Marauders Armada oversight, the appointee will share gameday operations planning and execution duties with the Senior Associate Athletic Director and the game operations staff. In addition to the aforementioned duties, this individual will assist in the implementation of the Greatness through Virtue strategic plan. This individual must be results-oriented and demonstrate a commitment to the Catholic, Benedictine, liberal arts mission of the University and a working knowledge or previous experience within athletic fundraising.

Desired Minimum Qualifications, Education, and Experience Include:

• Bachelor’s degree is required; a degree in Business or Sports Management is preferred
• Experience in fundraising or a related field with previous experience in direct solicitation is required
• Five to seven years professional experience fundraising and program management within a Division I or II athletics program is preferred
• Upholds and supports the Christian, Catholic, Benedictine mission of the University of Mary
• Supports the ongoing implementation of Ex Corde Ecclesiae, the apostolic constitution on Catholic colleges and universities.
• Builds a culture of ready and earnest hospitality in the Office of Intercollegiate Athletics and throughout the university, in accord with Saint Benedict’s admonition that all be received as Christ.

Knowledge and Skills Required:
Excellent oral and written communication skills; experience in dealing with broadcast and print media; demonstrated ability to work successfully with multiple constituencies, both internal and external to an organization; thorough knowledge of principles and methods of planning and conducting a comprehensive public relations program, including the development and implementation of a strategic marketing plan; previous supervisory experience, preferably in the area of public affairs, public information, communications or publications.

About the University of Mary
We thank you for your interest in the University of Mary. Founded in 1959 by the Sisters of Annunciation Monastery, the campus overlooks the beautiful Missouri river and is located in Bismarck, North Dakota, a community of approximately 75,000 people, with wonderful family and parish life, friendly neighborhoods, enjoyable recreational and cultural facilities, a low crime rate, clean air, and excellent schools. The University of Mary, with an enrollment of over 3,800 students, is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association.
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Review of application materials will begin immediately. Position will remain open until filled.
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