Athletics Business Operations Manager, Administrator I

About the Role

Reporting to the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics, the Athletics Business Operations Manager oversees the daily operations of the Athletics Business Office. Responsibilities include maintaining financial records, managing the deposit and cash collection process, overseeing team supply and equipment purchases, contributing to the development and revision of policies and procedures, and supervising staff and student personnel. This position serves as the department's liaison with other campus units on matters related to accounting, finance, budget, travel, insurance, tax, and human resources. The incumbent ensures compliance with university business processes, policies, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Maintain financial records for the Athletics department.
• Manage the deposit and cash collection process.
• Oversee team supply and equipment purchases.
• Contribute to the development and revision of policies and procedures.
• Supervise staff and student personnel within the Athletics Business Office.
• Serve as the department liaison with campus units on accounting, finance, budget, travel, insurance, tax, and human resources.
• Ensure compliance with university business processes, policies, and procedures.
• Independently manage multiple work unit priorities and projects, meeting critical and cyclical deadlines accurately and timely.
• Provide outstanding customer service to students, staff, faculty, and visitors.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in operations/financial management or sport management, including 2 years of progressively responsible and applicable management and/or supervisory experience.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a professional, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree (preferred).
• Higher education experience (preferred).
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
• Knowledge of Google Suite, Teamworks (ARMS) Software, NCAA Financial Reporting Software, and PeopleSoft (preferred).

Pay

Starting salary placement depends on qualifications and experience and is anticipated to be in the range of $6,667 to $7,917 per month.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances.
• Retirement benefits through CalPERS.
• Tuition waiver.
• Vacation and sick leave.
• 15 paid holidays per year plus one Personal Holiday that may be taken any time during the year.
• Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).

About Sonoma State University

Sonoma State University is committed to achieving excellence through teaching, scholarship, learning, and inclusion. In line with our Strategic Plan and Seawolf Commitment, our values include diversity, sustainability, community engagement, respect, responsibility, excellence, and integrity. We strive to cultivate a community where a diverse population can learn and work in an atmosphere of civility and respect. We encourage innovation, experimentation, and creativity, as well as contributions to equity and inclusion, in the pursuit of excellence for all members of our university community.

In fall 2027, Sonoma State Athletics will have 10 NCAA Division II teams competing in the California Collegiate Athletic Association conference as part of the broader reimagining of the university and its programs. Seawolf Athletics represents an exciting investment in student life, campus pride, and the future of Sonoma State.