The Association of Technology, Management and Applied Engineering
Associate Athletics Director, Marketing & External Operations
The Association of Technology, Management and Applied Engineering, Rochester, New York, United States
Associate Athletics Director, Marketing & External Operations
Description
The Center for Intercollegiate Athletics is committed to providing an outstanding student‑centered athletic experience through the pursuit of academic and athletic excellence. We do so within the context of integrity and respect. We strive to create an unrivaled experience that fosters the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional growth of our student‑athletes in order to prepare them for success as leaders in the global community.
Job Summary Reporting to the Executive Director of the Center for Intercollegiate Athletics, the Associate Athletics Director for Marketing & External Operations will promote and enhance the image of the RIT Center for Intercollegiate Athletics throughout the local, regional, state, and national level and increase visibility of the program through all available media outlets. The incumbent will assist with building revenue generation, game day atmosphere, branding and campus outreach engagement, and drive revenue, increase attendance, and enhance in‑game and fan experiences. They will lead corporate partnerships, marketing, advertising, branding, promotions, and assist with alumni relations. The Associate Athletics Director collaborates with the University's spirit groups, student affairs, alumni relations, institutional advancement, marketing, and communications. The incumbent will demonstrate exemplary ethical conduct and conformance to University, department and NCAA rules and regulations. The ideal candidate has a track record of success, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work independently.
Job Responsibilities
Manage the Center for Intercollegiate Athletics Corporate Partnership Program in conjunction with the Executive Director of Athletics.
Serve as the primary coordinator for all Athletic special events (Sports Hall of Fame, Tiger Open Golf Tournament, Athletics Award Banquet, Midnight Madness and Welcome Back Meeting) and mascot reservations (RITchie).
Develop, implement, and execute a comprehensive strategic marketing campaigns and promotions plan for all home athletic events to increase revenue, ticket sales, and attendance. Coordinate marketing shoots, develop concepts for promotional materials, including commercials, posters, schedule cards, flyers, and digital content, and manage community marketing plans.
Work with internal and external partners to execute digital and traditional advertising campaigns that increase event attendance and overall engagement of all athletic programs. Serve as the liaison to the RIT Sports Network to execute digital content for all web streams and events.
Create a comprehensive campus outreach plan focused on students to increase visibility, awareness, and attendance across all RIT athletic events. Manage yearly budget and programming center around Tiger Den events in conjunction with campus life.
Recruit, train, supervise, and manage day‑to‑day responsibilities of student employees and interns. Assist in compiling season wrap‑ups for various sports, including attendance analysis, promotion details, ticket promos, and expense.
Assist with the management of all Center for Intercollegiate Athletics events and serve as a game administrator for all home events.
Serve as the sports administrator for 3‑4 varsity sport programs, overseeing yearly performance evaluation, monthly meetings, and ensuring compliance with departmental, university, and conference guidelines.
Represent the athletic department with university arenas staff for hockey team needs and work with UA administrative staff to make final decisions regarding marketing, promotions, and special events.
Participate on committees and engage in professional development as appropriate.
Other duties assigned by the Executive Director of Intercollegiate Athletics.
Required Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree.
Minimum of 5‑7 years’ experience in athletic marketing, development/fundraising, or athletic administrative leadership.
Skills
Ability to foster relationships with internal staff and student‑athletes.
Impeccable integrity and strong communication skills with student‑athletes, colleagues and the public; ability to facilitate, convener, and mediator.
Effective advocate for the student‑athlete experience with high ethical standards and confidentiality.
Professional, personable, approachable, and politically astute demeanor.
Effective interpersonal, written, and electronic communication skills; ability to convey complex information accessible to diverse or multicultural audiences.
Deep understanding and commitment to an inclusive environment for a diverse student body.
Ability to establish and maintain respectful, empathetic, and honest working relationships with diverse groups.
Commitment to student‑athlete welfare and mental and physical well‑being.
Administratively self‑sufficient and proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and web applications.
Willingness to engage in learning opportunities regarding Deaf Culture and conversational American Sign Language (ASL).
Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.
Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree preferred.
Department/College Description The Center for Intercollegiate Athletics sponsors 22 NCAA Division III sports for men and women and Division I programs in men's and women's ice hockey. RIT is a member of the NCAA, Liberty League, the Atlantic Hockey Association, and College Hockey America. We are committed to an outstanding student‑centered athletic experience through the relentless pursuit of academic and athletic excellence with integrity and respect.
How To Apply To be considered, apply at
http://careers.rit.edu/staff
and search for the position title or BR number.
Additional Details In compliance with NYS' Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is listed above. Rochester Institute of Technology considers factors such as scope and responsibilities, candidate's experience, education, key skills, internal peer equity, market and organizational considerations when offering a position. The hiring process may require background or motor vehicle records checks. RIT does not discriminate. RIT promotes diversity, pluralism and inclusion. RIT provides equal opportunity to qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status, or disability. RIT provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities under applicable laws. Contact HR at 585‑475‑2424 or hr@rit.edu for accommodation requests.
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Job Summary Reporting to the Executive Director of the Center for Intercollegiate Athletics, the Associate Athletics Director for Marketing & External Operations will promote and enhance the image of the RIT Center for Intercollegiate Athletics throughout the local, regional, state, and national level and increase visibility of the program through all available media outlets. The incumbent will assist with building revenue generation, game day atmosphere, branding and campus outreach engagement, and drive revenue, increase attendance, and enhance in‑game and fan experiences. They will lead corporate partnerships, marketing, advertising, branding, promotions, and assist with alumni relations. The Associate Athletics Director collaborates with the University's spirit groups, student affairs, alumni relations, institutional advancement, marketing, and communications. The incumbent will demonstrate exemplary ethical conduct and conformance to University, department and NCAA rules and regulations. The ideal candidate has a track record of success, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work independently.
Job Responsibilities
Manage the Center for Intercollegiate Athletics Corporate Partnership Program in conjunction with the Executive Director of Athletics.
Serve as the primary coordinator for all Athletic special events (Sports Hall of Fame, Tiger Open Golf Tournament, Athletics Award Banquet, Midnight Madness and Welcome Back Meeting) and mascot reservations (RITchie).
Develop, implement, and execute a comprehensive strategic marketing campaigns and promotions plan for all home athletic events to increase revenue, ticket sales, and attendance. Coordinate marketing shoots, develop concepts for promotional materials, including commercials, posters, schedule cards, flyers, and digital content, and manage community marketing plans.
Work with internal and external partners to execute digital and traditional advertising campaigns that increase event attendance and overall engagement of all athletic programs. Serve as the liaison to the RIT Sports Network to execute digital content for all web streams and events.
Create a comprehensive campus outreach plan focused on students to increase visibility, awareness, and attendance across all RIT athletic events. Manage yearly budget and programming center around Tiger Den events in conjunction with campus life.
Recruit, train, supervise, and manage day‑to‑day responsibilities of student employees and interns. Assist in compiling season wrap‑ups for various sports, including attendance analysis, promotion details, ticket promos, and expense.
Assist with the management of all Center for Intercollegiate Athletics events and serve as a game administrator for all home events.
Serve as the sports administrator for 3‑4 varsity sport programs, overseeing yearly performance evaluation, monthly meetings, and ensuring compliance with departmental, university, and conference guidelines.
Represent the athletic department with university arenas staff for hockey team needs and work with UA administrative staff to make final decisions regarding marketing, promotions, and special events.
Participate on committees and engage in professional development as appropriate.
Other duties assigned by the Executive Director of Intercollegiate Athletics.
Required Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree.
Minimum of 5‑7 years’ experience in athletic marketing, development/fundraising, or athletic administrative leadership.
Skills
Ability to foster relationships with internal staff and student‑athletes.
Impeccable integrity and strong communication skills with student‑athletes, colleagues and the public; ability to facilitate, convener, and mediator.
Effective advocate for the student‑athlete experience with high ethical standards and confidentiality.
Professional, personable, approachable, and politically astute demeanor.
Effective interpersonal, written, and electronic communication skills; ability to convey complex information accessible to diverse or multicultural audiences.
Deep understanding and commitment to an inclusive environment for a diverse student body.
Ability to establish and maintain respectful, empathetic, and honest working relationships with diverse groups.
Commitment to student‑athlete welfare and mental and physical well‑being.
Administratively self‑sufficient and proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and web applications.
Willingness to engage in learning opportunities regarding Deaf Culture and conversational American Sign Language (ASL).
Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.
Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree preferred.
Department/College Description The Center for Intercollegiate Athletics sponsors 22 NCAA Division III sports for men and women and Division I programs in men's and women's ice hockey. RIT is a member of the NCAA, Liberty League, the Atlantic Hockey Association, and College Hockey America. We are committed to an outstanding student‑centered athletic experience through the relentless pursuit of academic and athletic excellence with integrity and respect.
How To Apply To be considered, apply at
http://careers.rit.edu/staff
and search for the position title or BR number.
Additional Details In compliance with NYS' Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is listed above. Rochester Institute of Technology considers factors such as scope and responsibilities, candidate's experience, education, key skills, internal peer equity, market and organizational considerations when offering a position. The hiring process may require background or motor vehicle records checks. RIT does not discriminate. RIT promotes diversity, pluralism and inclusion. RIT provides equal opportunity to qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status, or disability. RIT provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities under applicable laws. Contact HR at 585‑475‑2424 or hr@rit.edu for accommodation requests.
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