Deputy Athletic Director for External Affairs - Athletics

Full Time
San Antonio, TX 78249
Posted
Job description
Location: San Antonio, TX
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job ID: 9960
Full/Part Time: Full Time

Org Marketing Statement

The University of Texas at San Antonio is a Hispanic Serving University specializing in cyber, health, fundamental futures, and social-economic development. With more than 34,000 students, it is the largest university in the San Antonio metropolitan region. UTSA advances knowledge through research and discovery, teaching and learning, community engagement and public service. The university embraces multicultural traditions and serves as a center for intellectual and creative resources as well as a catalyst for socioeconomic development and the commercialization of intellectual property-for Texas, the nation and the world. Learn more online, on USTA Today or on TwitterInstagram, Facebook, YouTube or LinkedIn.

UTSA, situated in a global city that has been a crossroads of peoples and cultures for centuries, values diversity and inclusion in all aspects of university life. As an institution expressly founded to advance the education of Mexican Americans and other underserved communities, our university is committed to ending generations of discrimination and inequity. UTSA, a premier public research university, fosters academic excellence through a community of dialogue, discovery and innovation that embraces the uniqueness of each voice.

Posting End Date

Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 6/11/2023. At the discretion of the hiring department, this position posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Salary

Salary Range: Commensurate with education, experience and qualifications.

Required Application Materials
  • Resume is required.
  • Cover Letter is preferred.



Essential Functions

Job Summary

This position serves as the Deputy AD for External Affairs and, working at the direction of the Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics, oversees the day-to-day operations of the Athletics Department. This position is also responsible for overall leadership, oversight, management, and strategic planning for external units, including broadcast, communications, creative services, marketing, and ticket operations & sales.

Core Responsibilities
  • Working at the direction of the Vice President of Intercollegiate Athletics, oversees the day-to-day operations of the Athletics Department.
  • Acts on the behalf of the Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics in his/her absence in matters relating to the department.
  • Serves as a liaison for all departmental efforts as assigned by the Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics.
  • Serves as an executive leader, while developing and implementing key department initiatives.
  • Provides leadership, direction and supervision to selected sport programs and head coaches.
  • Provides strategic leadership and direction for external units, including broadcast, communications, creative services, marketing, ticket operations & sales.
  • Oversee the development and strategic initiatives resulting in increased fan engagement, improved game-day atmosphere, improved brand awareness, integrated ticket campaigns, increased ticket sales/game day attendance.
  • Develops and implements strategies to ensure collaboration amongst external units.
  • Demonstrates UTSA core values: Integrity, Excellence, Inclusiveness, Respect, Collaboration and Innovation.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.


Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Eight years of previous external operations experience in college and/or professional sports, or any equivalent combination of education, experience and training
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to direct and manage the work of others and work effectively with a diverse range of coaches, staff and coaches
  • Knowledge of athletics external operations, strategic planning, and sport administration
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Thorough knowledge and understanding of NCAA rules and regulations
  • Strong planning and project management skills



Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's degree
  • Proven experience and success in engaging multiple constituents, resulting in innovative and creative opportunities
  • Proactive thinking and interest in developing and executing new ideas as necessary



Working Conditions
  • Primarily on-campus; May vary dependent upon department needs

This position will be primarily located:

On Campus: Primary work location will be on campus. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.

Additional Information
  • UTSA is a tobacco free campus.
  • This is a security sensitive position. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
  • Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.



EO/AA Statement

As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. UTSA campuses are accessible to persons with disabilities.

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