Deputy Athletic Director / Chief of Operations

Deputy Athletic Director / Chief Of Operations

The Deputy Athletic Director / Chief Of Operations is a senior leader in the Department of Athletics, responsible for marketing and communications, capital projects, fan experience and engagement, strategic direction, facilities, and event management. This role provides strategic direction, operational oversight, and administrative support to enhance the performance and integrity of the Athletics Department. It involves collaborating with various stakeholders, providing leadership, resolving complex issues, and implementing initiatives that align with the University's mission and values.

Responsibilities :

• Marketing and Communications :
• Direct the development and execution of marketing campaigns to increase attendance, brand affinity, and fan engagement.
• Oversee the creation of digital content strategies, including social media, video production, and website management.
• Ensure consistent, effective storytelling and brand alignment across all external communications.
• Fan Experience and Engagement :
• Enhance the fan experience at home events through strategic promotions, game-day presentations, and customer service initiatives.
• Foster strong relationships with students, alumni, and the local community to increase participation and support.
• Strategic Direction :
• Serve as an advisor to the AD on department matters, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, the department's mission, and the University's mission.
• Act as a liaison between the AD and other areas of the organization, by providing data, facts, and potential consequences to help with decision-making.
• Lead strategic planning efforts by analyzing national, conference, and local data and trends.
• Ensure the team is working to accomplish the organization's mission.
• Capital Projects and Facility Management :
• Provides leadership in capital projects, facility operations and the development of the department's facility master plan.
• Develop and implement short and long-range plans to improve the physical environment of the facilities.
• Collaborate with the business office to prepare and present a yearly operations budget.
• Event Management :
• Oversee all aspects of event operations for athletic competitions and special events, including venue setup and teardown, ticketing, concessions, staffing, and in-event execution to ensure a seamless game day experience.
• Operational Oversight :
• Lead day-to-day operations of the athletics department ensuring effective communication and coordination across all units.
• Administration :
• Manage key departmental contracts and oversee sport budgets, striving to maintain or reduce expenses.
• Relationship Management :
• Act as a liaison between the athletics department and university administration, ensuring clear communication and collaboration on shared goals.
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