Senior Associate Athletic Director

University of Texas at Arlington; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Arlington seeks a Senior Associate Athletic Director to lead revenue generation for Athletics. The role involves overseeing ticket sales, marketing, and partnerships while contributing to strategic planning. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in NCAA Division-I athletics and management skills, ensuring fan engagement and financial growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible work hours

Qualifications

• Five years of relevant experience in NCAA Division-I athletics is required.
• Experience in external affairs within an athletics department is preferred.
• Ability to travel and work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Optimize revenue-generating operations through ticket sales and sponsorships.
• Develop comprehensive revenue strategies and track key performance indicators.
• Oversee external operations and marketing for UTA Athletics.

Skills

Financial analysis skills

Negotiation capabilities

Communication skills

Supervisory skills

Marketing skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

Position Information

Posting Number

Posting Number S06280P

Position Title

Position Title Senior Associate Athletic Director

Department

Department Division of Athletics

Location

Location Arlington

Job Family

Position Status

Position Status Full-time

Work Hours

Work Hours Flexible

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm.

• Flexible work hours due to some work that will require weekday evening hours and weekends for games and events.

Open to

Open to External and Internal

Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience.

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Job Summary

The Senior Associate Athletic Director – External Affairs/Chief Revenue Officer is responsible for leading revenue-generating efforts for UTA Athletics, including ticket sales, sponsorships, licensing, and merchandising. Oversees external operations such as marketing, branding, public relations, and digital media to grow fan engagement and support long-term financial goals. Serves on the department’s senior leadership team and contributes to strategic planning and administrative oversight.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee and optimize revenue-generating operations and growth through various streams including ticket sales, sponsorships, licensing, and merchandising.
• Develop innovative revenue streams through strategic planning and market analysis.
• Establishes and tracks key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of external initiatives and revenue-driving efforts.
• Develops and implements comprehensive revenue strategies that maximize ticket sales, corporate sponsorships, fundraising, licensing, and multimedia rights.
• Directs ticket sales strategies, including pricing, packaging, and outreach initiatives, to increase attendance and revenue.
• Leads the development, execution, and communication of the vision and strategic plan for all athletics external initiatives, with a solid focus on generating revenue and enhancing the department’s financial sustainability.
• Collaborates with internal and external partners to ensure a cohesive approach to branding, messaging, and engagement across all platforms.
• Oversees marketing, public relations, promotions, branding, and digital media efforts to drive fan engagement, attendance, and visibility of UTA Division of Intercollegiate Athletics and associated events.
• Serve as a member of Athletics Department Senior Leadership Team contributing to overall strategic planning and decision-making.
• Serve as a Sports Administrator if assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Five (5) years relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education experience in an NCAA , Division-I athletics department, or a equivalent mix of education and relevant experience in similar role

Preferred Qualifications

• Seven (7) years’ experience with any relevant external affairs department within an NCAA division-I athletics department.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Financial analysis skills.
• Excellent negotiation and relationship-building capabilities.
• A comprehensive understanding of intercollegiate athletics and its revenue streams.
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Expert management and supervisory skills, including staff recruitment, retention, and professional development, as well as strategic planning, analysis and organizational skills to adapt to evolving market conditions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Proven track record of successful revenue growth and management.
• Ability to travel and work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays, is required.

Other Requirements

Working Conditions

• Time outdoors administering home athletic events and attending community and campus events.

Special Conditions for Eligibility

CBC Requirement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington ( UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.

University Information

The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution ( HSI ) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution ( AANAPISI ), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.

Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100 . The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.

ADA Accommodations

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email [e-mail] .

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Minimum Number of References Required

Minimum Number of References Required 3

Maximum Number of References Accepted

Maximum Number of References Accepted 3

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

Requirement Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * What is the highest level of education attained?
  • GED
  • High School Diploma
  • Associate's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • PhD or equivalent
• * How many years of experience do you have in a NCAA Division I athletics environment?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * How many years of supervisory experience do you have?
  • None/less than 2 years
  • 3 to 4 years
  • 4 to 5 years
  • 6 or more years
• * How many years of experience do you have with writing, editing, and planning content for external and/or internal audiences such as print publications, websites, newsletters, news media, advertising, and/or marketing materials?
  • None/less than 1 years
  • 1 to less than 2 years
  • 3 to less than 5 years
  • More than 5 years

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume or CV
Optional Documents
• Cover/Interest Letter
• Media File
• Portfolio or Work Samples