POSITION SUMMARY

The Assistant Athletic Director for Operations reports to the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics. This role involves planning, executing, and assessing event operations and experiences for the wider campus community. It also plays a key role in developing and managing corporate partnerships and the Cougar Club (USF athletic booster club). Additionally, it supports other internal athletics department functions, particularly handling purchase orders, credit card statements, and other budget-related tasks.

MAJOR FUNCTIONS

Each function listed is essential for the successful performance of this job; this job description does not aim to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, or efforts related to this position. The supervisor, or designee, may assign additional job-related tasks or special projects. 

• Travel may be required, and evening and weekend work will be heavily involved in this position.
• Plan, execute, and evaluate events and game day experiences for all programs- including certain annual events such as ‘SID shootout.’
• Assist in the cultivation, execution, and fulfillment of Cougar Club memberships and Corporate Partnerships.
• Monitor athletics department budgets by analyzing and organizing purchase orders, credit card receipts, etc.
• Lead hospitality efforts offered to Cougar Club and Corporate Sponsor members on game days.
• Generate game day scripts in coordination with the Assistant Athletic Director for Communications.
• Offer ticketing administrative assistance and training when presented.
• Occasional content maintenance (website, social media, digital signage).
• Coordination of select game day workers in collaboration with athletics staff and human resources.
• Seek ways to enhance revenue, promotions, and attendance at all events.
• Facilitate efforts of livestreaming coverage for all home and special events.
• Direct and manage all functionality of the USF Cougars mobile app.
• Within the purview of the position, enforcement of NCAA, conference, and institutional policies and procedures as they affect ticket office operations.
• Responsible for adhering to all Department and University policies and procedures, as well as the rules, regulations, bylaws, and interpretations of the Northern Sun Conference and the NCAA, and Title IX.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Experience with fundraising, sales, marketing, business, or a similar area preferred
• Higher education experience in an athletic administrative setting is a plus, but not required
• Commitment and ability to articulate the Christian mission of the University
• Exceptional communication skills: written, oral, and listening
• Demonstrated success or abilities in event planning
• Robust planning and organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple relationships and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to build business relationships
• Demonstration of a strong work ethic that contributes to a strong team effort and departmental success
• Proficient with desktop computer, Microsoft Office Suite, internet, printer/fax/copier
• A willingness to travel
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds; successfully pass required background checks as required by USF; valid driver’s license

APPLICATION   

Applicants should provide a letter of application, current resume, and contact information for a minimum of three professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. 

NO TELEPHONE CALLS. 

The University of Sioux Falls is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

About University of Sioux Falls

University of Sioux Falls in Sioux Falls, South Dakota was founded in 1883. The University of Sioux Falls is the 2nd largest private University in South Dakota. USF offers 41 undergraduate and graduate academic programs. The University is located in the heart of South Dakota’s largest city which boasts a metropolitan area population of approximately 235,000 residents.The University of Sioux Falls, founded in 1883, is a Christian, liberal arts university of over 1,600 students (including non-traditional and graduate programs) affiliated with the American Baptist Churches, USA, and the Council of Christian Colleges and Universities. The University of Sioux Falls is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association. The University offers a demanding liberal arts education in 29 fields of study, as well as graduate degrees in education and business administration. Located at the intersection of I29 and I90, Sioux Falls is a hub for regional transportation, culture, entertainment, commerce, medicine, and shopping. An attractive and progressive community, it is also one of the fastest growing financial centers in the nation. There are excellent public and pr...ivate schools, a symphony orchestra, a community playhouse, and other programs in the arts. There are three major hospitals, over thirty parks with soccer, softball, and baseball fields, swimming pools, and a bike trail that surrounds the city. Sioux Falls enjoys a low crime rate, low unemployment, no state or local income tax, and many nearby opportunities for camping, boating, fishing, hunting, and other year-round recreational activities.University of Sioux Falls Cougar Athletics has been blessed with a strong and supportive community. The City of Sioux Falls is one of a kind; with safe neighborhoods, a strong economy and population growth. Students at USF have a great experience outside of the classroom while studying in Sioux Falls. Many local businesses and organizations provide internships for our students which lead to jobs post-graduation.USF student-athletes continue to be successful on the field, court, and pitch in 16 different sports with approximately 32 percent of full-time, day-time students participating in sports. In the last 7 years, our athletic programs have produced 102 All-American Scholar Athletes and 45 All-Americans. Over the last five years, the USF community has supported construction and remodeling of athletic facilities that now boasts the USF Sanford Health Sports Complex which is home to The Bob Young Field, Lillibridge Track and Stadium, and the only FIFA sanctioned artificial turf, the first of its kind to be installed in the United States for the USF Soccer Complex. USF track and field features one of the 20 largest facilities in the country and Cougar football is one of the few programs of its size to utilize a video board for live footage, instant replays and game enhancing features. The Stewart Center has been upgraded with new scoreboards and bleacher and chair back seating with additional renovation to the lockerrooms and gymnasium taking place in the summer of 2012. The University of Sioux Falls is a member of the NCAA Division II and a member of the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. It is the support of the NCAA which will allow Sioux Falls student-athletes the benefit from the following features of Division II:•Graduation Rate: Division II student-athletes graduation rate is consistently 10-15 percentage points higher than the total student body. •Class Time: Division II's regionalization philosophy rewards the scheduling of local or regional opponents in the regular season, resulting in limited missed class time for student-athletes. •Additional Assistance: The Degree-Completion Scholarship Program provides deserving Division II student-athletes who have exhausted their collegiate eligibility with financial assistance. •National Championship Opportunities: Division II features unparalleled opportunity for student-athletes to advance to national championship competition as a result of the division's generous championship access ratios. •Community Partnerships: Division II has initiated national community partnerships with the Make-A-Wish Foundation and Habitat for Humanity.

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