Associate Athletic Director for External Relations

About the role

The Associate Athletic Director for External Relations is responsible for directing and overseeing the NNU Athletics Operations Team in the logistics, marketing, and growth of various events. This includes managing corporate sponsorships, developing game day promotions, and coordinating with other university offices.

Responsibilities

• Directs and oversees the NNU Athletics Operations Team in the logistics, marketing, and growth of the annual NNU Athletics golf tournament, student-athlete Kettle Awards Banquet, and other special fundraising/marketing events.
• Cultivates, solicits, and manages NNU Athletics corporate sponsorships; contacts area businesses and individuals regarding opportunities to partner with NNU Athletics and brand NNU Athletics within the Boise Valley.
• Develops and implements game day promotions that highlight relationships with area businesses, community members, and strategic partners.
• Leads the ‘Nampa’s Home Team,’ initiative in building strong connections with the Mayor’s office, school districts, chambers, businesses, and other organizations.
• Implements a ticket sales plan, attracting more fans and increasing revenue.
• Aids the Athletic Director in all Athletics Advisory Council functions.
• Updates, enhances, and oversees nnusports.com giving links and information.
• Grows and enhances giving within the Nighthawks Athletics Association fostering relationships with business partners, donors, and constituents.
• Oversees and assists coaches in the fundraising efforts of individual sports programs; assist select coaches in developing and managing sport-specific booster clubs.
• Regularly collaborates and partners with other University offices including University Advancement, Marketing, Admissions, Alumni Office, and the Office of Mission and Ministry, in an effort to coordinate and maximize opportunities to promote, brand, and fundraise for NNU Athletics.
• Reviews and follows up on grant opportunities that could benefit NNU Athletics.
• Promotes and develops spiritual formation and leadership, academic excellence, athletic competitiveness, and community engagement.

Requirements

• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and related experience; sufficient skills, knowledge and training to perform the essential functions of this position.
• Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree; collegiate level athletic administrative and/or coaching experience; development and/or marketing experience; operations and/or event management experience; knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.

Compensation

Salary will be determined by the educational background and experience of each applicant and will be discussed with individual candidates as they are invited to interview for this position. Full-time personnel will be offered access to a benefits package, including health, dental and vision insurance for employee and family, life and disability insurance, flexible spending plan, health savings account, tuition benefits, opportunities for professional development and a retirement program.