Texas A&M University Commerce Hiring for Deputy Athletics Director for Revenue Generation at Commerce, TX Full Time

Job TitleDeputy Athletics Director for Revenue GenerationAgencyTexas A&M University – CommerceDepartmentPresident’s OfficeProposed Minimum SalaryCommensurateJob LocationCommerce, TexasJob TypeStaffJob Description

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SUMMARY:

The Deputy Athletics Director for Revenue Generation is responsible for leading all external units within the athletics department. Primary emphasis will be on the development and execution of a comprehensive strategy to grow athletics-related revenues through increased engagement from external stakeholders and partnership with the Division of Philanthropy and Engagement.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervises and coordinates all external units within the athletics department, including marketing, ticket sales, communications, and corporate partnerships.
• Works in partnership with the Division of Philanthropy and Engagement and the Director of Athletics Advancement to develop and support a comprehensive fundraising strategy for athletics.
• Provides direct support to the athletics department’s third-party ticketing and corporate sponsorship partner.
• Identifies and cultivates alumni, supporters, and friends that may have an interest in financially supporting Lion athletics and TAMUC student-athletes.
• Serve as sport administrator for select sports, as designated by the Director of Athletics.
• Works with the Division of Philanthropy and Engagement on events, special projects, and stewardship materials in support of athletics.
• Collaborates with athletic coaches and staff to identify sport-specific athletics fundraising needs.
• Aid in the creation and execution of an Athletics specific giving day to generate support for the athletic department and individual athletic programs.
• Monitors and ensures fulfilment of corporate sponsorship obligations and donor-related benefits.
• Builds, maintains, and strengthens positive relationships with internal and external University stakeholders.
• Regularly attend and participate in university-wide functions.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience: Five years of progressively responsible work experience in external revenue generation in college or professional sports.
• Knowledge/Skills: Strong organizational skills, ability to work well with colleagues and students. Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills. Demonstrated understanding of relational fundraising and skill to convincingly articulate needs and goals that motivate potential donors to make gifts. Outstanding organization and time management skills to function efficiently in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented, and self-motivated environment. Superior attention to detail and commitment to high standards of excellence and customer service. Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with all levels of constituents, internal and external, campus wide. Excellent presentation skills. Strong work ethic, personal integrity, and strategic thinking. Effective consensus builder.

• Ability to: Multitask, follow through, and work cooperatively with others. Ability to present information clearly and concisely. Ability to manage several large projects simultaneously. Ability to quickly learn and utilize people, resources, and information across the campus. Ability to work well with colleagues and students.

• Licensing/Professional Certifications: Valid Driver’s license.
• Physical Requirements: None
• Other Requirements: Occasional travel required along with expectation to frequently work nights and weekends.

PREFERRED EDUCATION / SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE:

• Education: Master’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience: Five years of senior-level experience with a DI institution. Higher education fundraising experience with emphasis in Athletics and/or face-to-face solicitation.
• Experience with relational databases or CRMs
• Experience as student-athlete

This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned. All Texas A&M University-Commerce employees are expected to facilitate a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and ability to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. The University has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

Texas A&M University-Commerce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.