Associate Director of Athletics for Internal Affairs

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Department of Athletics and Recreation

Associate Director of Athletics for Internal Affairs

Reporting to the Director of Athletics and Recreation, the Associate Director of Athletics for Internal Affairs (Associate Director 2) will develop and implement financial strategic direction in support of our student-athlete experience, ensuring strong communication, integration and teamwork across the entire organization. The Associate Director will serve as a trusted advisor to the Deputy Chief of Staff and Director of Athletics and Recreation regarding the financial operations and financial strategy of the department. Additionally, this role will serve as a member of the Athletic Department Leadership team and will lead efforts in forecasting, monitoring and managing all of the department's daily and long-term financial activities, with a strong focus on revenue generating strategies.

The primary focus of this position will include leadership and strategic oversight to areas that influence revenue and financials, including business operations, facility & event management, ticketing, fan experience/engagement, corporate relations, data & analytics, business innovation, and information technology support for athletics (embedded positions from central campus). In consultation with the Director, this position also leads in liaising with our development team to develop priorities for fundraising and effective gift management strategies. Sports supervision and related duties are performed as assigned. This position requires travel and a flexible schedule including evening and weekend hours.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college and three years of professional experience managing athletics operations in an institution of higher education is required. A Master’s degree in Business, Accounting or Finance is preferred. Previous experience in business leadership roles within higher education and/or the sports industry is desired, with a proven track record of setting and achieving high financial goals and objectives. Candidate must possess excellent organizational, management, communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills and the ability to predict and engage in conversations regarding future industry trends. The ideal candidate is an innovative and creative thinker who brings new ideas and strategies to the team; will possess the ability to build strong relationships with key department, university and industry individuals to result in strong collaboration and strategy; be a strong leader of vision and people and confident in strategic planning and creative revenue generation; and maintain a demonstrated commitment to an inclusive culture through recruitment, selection and supervision of personnel.

The deadline for applications is May 6, 2024. Please submit your cover letter, resume/CV and contact information for three professional references. Official transcripts are required prior to the starting date of employment.

Additional Information

Kean University complies with the New Jersey First Act (Senate Bill No. 1730, P.L. 2011, Chapter 70). Any individual newly hired by Kean University will be required to abide by this law and establish a principal residence in New Jersey. New employees will have a full 365 days to establish such residence, from the effective date of hire.

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