Associate Athletics Director

Careers Listing•Fullerton, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

California State University, Fullerton (Cal State Fullerton) is a leading public university committed to student success, academic excellence, and inclusive excellence. The university fosters a collaborative environment that supports teaching, research, and service while promoting innovation and professional growth. Cal State Fullerton is both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution, and a recipient of the Seal of Excelencia (2021 and 2024) from Excelencia in Education. Joining Cal State Fullerton means becoming part of a community dedicated to advancing student achievement, career success, and economic mobility. The Athletics department at Cal State Fullerton strives to provide an intercollegiate athletics program that is an integral part of the total educational experience at Cal State Fullerton (CSUF), and fits within the overall mission of the University. We seek an exceptional individual to join our team as the Associate Athletics Director (Administrator II). The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude, an active, energetic mind, and a leadership style that is characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to inclusivity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university.
More than ten years of progressive experience in operations within NCAA athletics, preferably in intercollegiate athletics and/or professional sports.
A minimum of three years of leadership experience, with a proven ability to manage teams and drive organizational success.
Strong knowledge of data analytics to inform social media strategy, enhance the fan experience, and support effective marketing and brand initiatives.
Thorough understanding of NCAA compliance requirements, rules, and regulations, with the ability to ensure adherence to institutional and conference policies.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment.
Must file an initial “Conflict of Interest Form 700: Statement of Economic Interests” within thirty (30) days from date of hire and on an annual basis.
Must complete the CSU sponsored ethics on-line training within thirty (30) days of appointment, and at least once during each consecutive period of two calendar years following the appointment.
Considered a general mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with the requirement outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 17, 2017.
Employees must maintain working knowledge of compliance with relevant NCAA and conference rules, and report any concerns or violations noted.
This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) position under the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. CSAs are responsible for reporting allegations of Clery Act Crimes reported to them or that they witness. CSA training is required.
Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended.
Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.
Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.
Employee/applicant who applies for a position may be required to successfully complete job-related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in a related field.
Advanced administrative experience with an NCAA Division I Athletics program.
A valid California driver’s license or ability to obtain one within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

Assist the Director of Athletics with overall organization and management of the Division I Athletic Program.
Oversee, direct, and manage marketing and revenue production (from outside sources) for the University's National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I athletics program.
Serve as a member of Athletics' senior management team, responsible for operational planning and monitoring the performance of several sport teams as well as other functional areas.
Meet with coaches and staff to further the athletic and academic performance of student-athletes and work with those coaches to set and accomplish goals and objectives within the framework of the broader Athletics and University goals and objectives.
Work with the Athletic Director and other senior athletic team members to formulate and implement strategic plans, policies and procedures, making programmatic and budgetary decisions, identifying problems, and providing leadership in developing and attaining department goals and objectives that are consistent with University, NCAA, and conference rules and regulations.
Create, update, review, approve, and/or sign department contracts, including events, endorsements, financial aid, personnel, etc.
Assist in overseeing Athletic areas including marketing, sports information, ticketing, graphic design, facility rentals, corporate sponsorships, video production, and branding.
Participate in weekly meetings of Athletic areas including marketing, sports information, ticketing and serve as Administrator in charge in the absence of the Director of Athletics.
Manage marketing and external revenue development, and accountability for producing positive end results while working within the framework of the University mission.
Supervise several sport programs and the coaches and staff of those sports to ensure that their goals are set and accomplished in accordance with the goals and objectives of the Athletics program as a whole.
Serve as a member of the Athletics senior management team which oversees and has accountability (ultimately in the hands of the Athletic Director) for expenditure of university allocated funds, budget and personnel administration, development and implementation of strategic plans, policies and programs, and overall operation of the Athletics program.
Other duties as assigned.
Address what inclusive leadership means, experiences working with individuals with different perspectives, and how issues of inclusivity have impacted personally or professionally.