College Athletics
Sample Jobs – Industry Overview – Job Profiles
Select one of the Sample Jobs and review the qualifications and responsibilities of sport business professionals in College Athletics.
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Senior Women's Administrator - The University of Wyoming
The University of Wyoming is seeking a Senior Women’s Administrator who will primarily be responsible for oversight of
women’s basketball, women’s golf, women’s soccer, women’s tennis, and women’s volleyball. The Administrator will work with
the Assistant Athletics Director for Compliance to ensure compliance with NCAA and Western Athletic Conference rules and
regulations; assists in the planning and implementation of the department’s gender equity plan and monitors compliance with
department’s diversity plan. This is a full time, 12-month appointment, faculty, and nontenure track in athletics. Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree required (minimum), advanced degree preferred; Five years in an intercollegiate department of athletics with
progressive responsibilities; demonstrated administrative managerial & organizational skills; experience with NCAA rules compliance.
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Athletic Director - The University of Texas
The University of Texas at San Antonio, an NCAA Division I university, seeks a director of intercollegiate athletics who can
build on the success of its program and provide athletic leadership in a dynamic and innovative university aiming to advance its
standing as a nationally recognized institution of higher education in an urban context. The director of athletics reports to the
president and is responsible for planning, budgeting, developing and directing all intercollegiate athletic programs and activities.
The director of athletics is expected to provide leadership necessary to achieve a successful athletic program, ensure
compliance to all governing authorities and establish a strong and positive presence at the local, regional and national levels.
The position requires an individual who is an effective and articulate leader who will represent intercollegiate athletics in the
community, the Southland Conference and other external areas, including UTSA's scheduled hosting of several NCAA men's
and women's championship basketball events. The successful candidate will have an understanding of the role of intercollegiate
athletics in American higher education; a record of success and five years of progressive responsibility as a Division I
administrator; thorough knowledge of NCAA regulations, requirements and reporting systems; demonstrated skills in written,
oral and interpersonal communication; and an understanding of marketing, development and promotion programs. A Master's degree is required.
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Associate Athletic Director - University of Wyoming
Full time, 12 month appointment, non-tenure track in athletics. Qualifications: Master's degree required (minimum). Ten years
in a NCAA Division I Intercollegiate Department of Athletics. Other knowledge/skills/abilities include: Written and oral
communication skills; experience in NCAA rules and regulations, understanding of Title IX and Gender Equity issues.
Responsibilities: Oversight of various Olympic Sports, facilities operations, game-day management, event planning and other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics. Salary will be commensurate with experience.
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College Coach -
Eastern Illinois University
Eastern Illinois University is a Division I Institution, and a member of the Ohio Valley Conference. We are now accepting
applications for the following position within our Athletic Department. Assistant Women's Basketball Coach, Assistant Softball
Coach, Assistant Volleyball Coach. Anticipated openings for Assistant Men's Soccer Coach, Assistant Women's Soccer
Coach. Bachelors degree required with collegiate experience preferred. Responsibilities will include, assisting with recruiting,
coaching, travel plans, monitoring academic progress of students, fundraising, and public relations.
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Conference Administration -
Assistant Commissioner of Media Relations - The Big Sky Conference
The Big Sky Conference invites applications for the position of Assistant Commissioner, Media Relations. Responsibilities: Act
as liaison between conference office and member institutions' sports information directors and the media; produce, edit and
distribute conference media guides, directories, weekly press releases; compile and maintain accurate statistics and records;
assist with administration of championships; coordinate radio, TV and newspaper interviews. Bachelor's degree required.
Knowledge of media relations, marketing and television; working knowledge of Adobe, PageMaker; equal commitment to men's and women's sports programs; ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
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Academic Counselor - The University of Oregon
Adviser/Counselor for Student Athletes to provide academic advising and non-therapeutic counseling assistance to student
athletes. Salary: $28,000 - $30,000 commensurate with education and experience.
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Compliance Coordinator
- Virginia Military InstituteWork with school officers to certify all initial, continuing, and transfer
eligibility for athletes. Provide information to coaches, staff, athletes, and prospective cadet-athletes as appropriate. Conduct
annual Southern Conference and NCAA eligibility meetings with all cadet-athletes. Oversee and maintain records as stipulated
by NCAA bylaws. Act as liaison with the Southern Conference and NCAA offices concerning compliance-related matters;
prepare and enact procedures for investigations into possible violations of regulations. Supervise game operations for various
home contests. Candidates should posses experience in and knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations, excellent
communication skills, proven experience in personal computer office support systems, demonstrated ability to perform detail work with numerical data, and to collect and organize materials for reports.
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Equipment Manager - The University of Illinois
The University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) who is a member of the Midwestern Collegiate Conference and competes at the
Division I level in 14 sport programs is accepting applications for the following position: Equipment Manager (9 month)
Candidate will be responsible for supervising all aspects of the athletic equipment facility. Responsibilities include but are not
limited to budgeting all sports equipment, inventory and purchase of all athletic equipment, supervision of day-to-day operations
including supervision of student employees with at least three years of experience. Bachelor's Degree required. Master's preferred for position.
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Facilities Management - Assistant Director for Facilities and Special Events - Miami University
This position will coordinates approval of facility reservation requests with program directors; assists with the coordination and
implementation of all special events (local, regional, and national) in the Recreational Sports Center (RSC) and satellite
facilities; assist with the oversight of approximately 60 student employees including hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating and
supervising; researches and orders all equipment; assists with all aspects of the Customer Service area of the RSC. Full-time,
12 months. Begins 7/1/99. Salary $24,000. Bachelors degree required in recreation management, sports administration,
physical education, or related field. Experience working in a sports facility required. Masters degree preferred. Two years demonstrated success in managing sport facilities, personnel, and special events preferred.
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Fund Raising - South Dakota State University
Annual Giving Officer in Athletics, South Dakota State University. Twelve-month term appointment, salary open, contingent
upon education and experience. This position will coordinate the annual fund drive for the athletics department to increase gifts
to the Jackrabbit Club and special fund raising events. Required; earned bachelor's degree with one year of public relations and
fund-raising experience. Candidates should possess effective oral and written communication skills, interpersonal relationship skills and organizational skills.
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Health Care - Director of Sports Science - Endicott College
Endicott College is a four year, Co-Educational Institution located in the North Shore of Massachusetts. Endicott College is
opening a new Sport Science and Fitness Center. A Director and Asstistant Director are needed to manage, supervise and conduct programs. Both positions require a Bachelor's Degree and related experience.
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Marketing Director - University of Missouri
Searching for a director for marketing and promotion is a full time, 12-month continuing position reporting to the associate
athletics director of external operations. Responsibilities include designs and envelopes marketing strategies to increases
attendance, revenue and support for 20 sports programs. Coordinate season ticket drives and groups sales efforts for
designated athletic programs. Solicits coordinates and places radio, TV and print advertising. Directs staff activities develops
and controls marketing budgets. Coordinates the printing of schedule cards, posters, ticket brochures and other promotional
pieces. Assist in the execution of game promotions for all athletic events. Oversees community outreach programs. Assist in
marketing big XIII and NCAA championship events. Serves as liaison between the department of intercollegiate athletics and
the contracted vendor responsible for the sale of sponsorships. Oversee spirit squad and functions as related to athletics. Coordinates plans with other university offices. Ability to work flexible hours and weekends.
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Sports Information - Sports Information Director - Tusculum College
Immediate Opening, Tusculum College, NCAA Division II and a member of the South Atlantic Conference seeks professional to
publicize and promote athletic program. Full-time 12-month position requiring excellent writing, interpersonal, and computer
skills. Bachelor's degree and three to five years related experience required. Salary is competitive; benefits comprehensive.
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Strength and Conditioning Coach
- University of Virginia
The University of Virginia is seeking candidates for its head strength and conditioning coach position. Candidates must have a
Bachelor's Degree, Strength and Conditioning Specialist Certification, and a minimum of three years experience in college
strength training. Candidates must have strong communication skills and work ethic. Duties include developing and
implementing all components of both in-season and out of season programs in strength and conditioning for a 24-sport Division I-A athletics program. A commitment to NCAA rules compliance is required.
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Tickets Director - Assistant Ticket Manager - The University of Maryland
The University of Maryland is seeking an Assistant Ticket Manager responsible for assisting in the day-to-day supervision of
the athletic ticket office. Responsibilities include ticket printing, orders, inventory, sales, reconciliation, renewals, and distribution. Bachelor's degree and two years of experience in a ticket office required.
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Athletic Trainer - Cornell University
Cornell University invites applications for the full-time position of Assistant Athletic Trainer. Coordinate and carry out the
physical rehabilitation of athletes as prescribed; study, evaluate and recommend new techniques and equipment in physical
training and therapy . Use computer to compile and maintain medical and statistical records; assist in daily management and
operation of training room, provide sports coverage as assigned; supervise student trainers. Minimum of Bachelor's degree in
Physical Education, Athletic Training, or Physical Therapy with Master's degree preferred. Must have certification from National Athletic Trainers Association, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate and First Aid Certificate.
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Video Services Coordinator - Video Operations Specialist - University of Massachusetts
The Athletics Department seeks candidates for the position of Video Operations Specialist. Job responsibilities include
coordinating, managing, supervising and consulting those who use video in the Football Program. Videotape practices, games
and recruiting videos for the use of the football staff in evaluating prospective student-athletes. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree
required from an accredited institution. Preferred collegiate or professional football video filming experience. Advanced
knowledge in data analysis, video theory and video mechanics. Knowledge of theory and application of usage of video
equipment and systems. Normal starting salary $26,600 - $29,900. Professional staff salary administration program position
level 24. Submit letter of application listing relevant experience, resume and names and telephone numbers of three references.
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