University of Nebraska at Omaha
Senior Associate Athletic Director For External Affairs
Full Time
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Omaha, NE, United States of America
100,000 - 125,000 (Yearly)
Added 1 week ago
Summary
LOCATION
University of Nebraska, Omaha, with partial remote/telecommute opportunity.
QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s degree, 8-10 years of experience in athletic administration and revenue generation, significant personnel management, knowledge of NCAA guidelines, excellent communication skills, and ability to travel nationally.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead external operations for Omaha Athletics, oversee revenue generation and operational units, manage partnerships, and serve as a liaison with university partners while being part of the Athletics cabinet.
INDUSTRY
Higher Education / Intercollegiate Athletics
SHORT DESCRIPTION
The Senior Associate Athletic Director for External Affairs is responsible for developing and managing a strategic external operations program, focusing on revenue generation and enhancing partnership collaborations within Omaha Athletics.
GENERAL REQUISITION INFORMATION
EEO Statement:
The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its education programs or activities, including admissions and employment. The University prohibits any form of retaliation taken against anyone for reporting discrimination, harassment, or retaliation for otherwise engaging in protected activity. Read the full statement.
Job Title
Senior Associate Athletic Director for External Affairs
Job Grade
N1
Division
Intercollegiate Athletics
College/Dept
Services
Department
Athletics Business Office
Requisition Number
2024-00373
FTE (full-time equivalency)
100
Work Schedule
Varies
Does the position provide the opportunity to work Remotely/Telecommuting?
Yes – partial remote/telecommute opportunity
Appointment Term
12- 12/12 months
Is this position essential personnel according to the inclement weather policy?
No
Pay Information
$100,000-$125,000/year
Pay Schedule
Annually
FLSA Designation
Exempt
Position Summary
The Senior Associate Athletic Director for External Affairs provides leadership of a strategic and comprehensive external operations program for Omaha Athletics. Reporting to the Vice Chancellor / Director of Athletics, responsibilities include the development and oversight of Omaha Athletics external revenue generation and operational business units including Athletics Ticketing, Baxter Arena Box Office, Sports Marketing, Promotions, Athletic Communications, Creative Services, and Video Production. In addition to staff oversight, this position will be charged with macro-oversight of externally related business functions including communications, licensing, branding, special events and management of the department’s partnership with Learfield/Omaha Sports Properties regarding corporate sponsorship activations. This position will serve as a member of the Athletics cabinet and senior staff while serving as a liaison to University partners including the Office of Strategic Marketing and Communications, School of CFAM, and the UNO Alumni Association.
Job Duties
Required and Preferred Qualifications
Required Education
Master’s degree
Required Experience
- 8-10 years related work experience in athletic administration.
- 8-10 years related work experience in revenue generation including, but not limited to, development, business development, corporate sales, ticket sales, etc.
- Significant personnel and program management experience required.
- Volunteer management and experience working with committees and boards preferred.
- Experience in higher education and an understanding how Athletic Departments run in a university setting preferred.
- Ability to travel nationally for athletics events and external constituent meetings.
- Familiarity with common industry customer relations management databases including Ticketing, Development, Box Office and Sales specific software.
- Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA, NCHC and Summit League guidelines, policies, rules and regulations preferred.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to think strategically and quickly summarize complex and detailed information.
- Ability to work effectively with coaches, students, faculty, administration, University leadership, and the community at large.
- Significant experience managing crisis situations.
- Appreciation and understanding of the University of Nebraska mission and the ability to effectively communicate it.
Required License/Certification
Required Additional Qualifications:
Ability to travel nationally for athletics events and external constituent meetings.
- Familiarity with common industry customer relations management databases including Ticketing, Development, Box Office and Sales specific software.
- Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA, NCHC and Summit League guidelines, policies, rules and regulations preferred.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to think strategically and quickly summarize complex and detailed information.
- Ability to work effectively with coaches, students, faculty, administration, University leadership, and the community at large.
- Significant experience managing crisis situations.
- Appreciation and understanding of the University of Nebraska mission and the ability to effectively communicate it.
Preferred Education
Preferred Experience
Preferred License/Certification
Preferred Additional Qualifications:
Compliance Requirements
Credit Check
Yes
Motor Vehicle Licensing Validity Check
No
Pre-employment Physical Request and Assessment
No
Drug Screen
No
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