Assistant Director, ASU Athletics Special Projects and Advancement

104187BR

Campus: Tempe

Asst Director

Job Description

Under general direction, the Assistant Director, ASU Athletics Special Projects and Advancement is responsible for the overall planning, coordination and execution of key projects and assigned initiatives that support the strategic advancement of Sun Devil Athletics. Adheres to NCAA and Big 12 rules and regulations as well as the policies and procedures of the department, the university and the Arizona Board of Regents.

Job Family

Generic

Department Name

SDA Vice President Office

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time

VP Code

ICA

Scope of Search

Open

Grant Funded Position

This is not a grant funded position and is not contingent on future grant funding.

Salary Range

$85,000 - $95,000 per year; DOE

Close Date

06-September-2024

Category

03

Essential Duties

• Reports directly to the Deputy Athletics Director, and provides support and scope that may span the full executive leadership team within Sun Devil Athletics.
• Provides project leadership and management of strategic projects as assigned by the Deputy Athletics Director
• Manages and oversees the planning, updates and final output of key ASU Athletics presentations, executive updates, and briefing documents.
• Acts as the liaison and coordination point of contact for high profile events that require attendance, and or support of the ASU executive team.
• Coordinates with other ASU units as appropriate, given project and initiative scope and scale.
• Works to create a continuous improvement, proactive approach of efficient, coordinated, planning and execution of ASU Athletics initiatives that are led by the executive team.
• Supports key functional meetings, to drive meeting consistency, efficiency, and follow up coordination.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a field appropriate to the area of assignment AND six (6) years of related administrative experience, which includes three (3) years of supervisory experience; OR, Ten (10) years of related administrative experience, which includes three (3) years of supervisory experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Desired Qualifications

• Knowledge of the principles and practices pertaining to the assigned department.
• Knowledge of management and supervisory principles and practices.
• Knowledge of budget management methods and techniques.
• Knowledge of strategic planning principles and practices.
• Knowledge of principles, concepts, and practices of organizational management.
• Skill in problem solving and decision-making.
• Skill in planning, analyzing and coordinating activities and establishing priorities.
• Experience in effectively managing, supervising and evaluating assigned staff.
• Skill in program design and development.
• Experience in budget preparation and forecasting.
• Evidence of effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

Working Environment

• This position is onsite and in-person on the ASU campus in Tempe, Arizona
• Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and manipulating a computer.
• Required to stand for varying lengths of time and walk moderate distances to perform work.
• Regular activities require ability to quickly change priorities, which may include and/or are subject to resolution of conflicts.
• Clearly communicate to perform essential functions.

Days and Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm. May require extended hours to ensure continual efficient operations.

Department Statement

The Sun Devil Athletics (SDA) programs are elite, high profile Division I programs. By definition, Division I programs are the "best of the best" and the ladder by which athletes ascend to the world of professional sports and international competitions, such as the Olympics and World Cup. Moreover, Arizona State University and SDA compete in the Big 12 conference.

The vision of SDA is to be a comprehensive perennial top ten NCAA Division I athletics program that empowers Sun Devils to maximize human potential and make a positive impact on our university, community and the world.

The mission of SDA is to provide opportunities for student-athletes to achieve at the highest levels of both academic and athletic excellence, thereby providing them with opportunities for personal growth, offering a unifying force to the campus community, and creating a source of pride among and support from the external constituencies of the university. SDA promotes identity, inclusion and expression to build a strong Sun Devil Community reflective of ASU’s charter.

SDA affirms ASU’s commitment to equal employment and is fully committed to the principles of student-athlete welfare, institutional control, gender equity and inclusion, diversity, and sportsmanship. This commitment includes creating an environment where student-athletes contribute to a winning tradition while enhancing the campus and local community and competing in a program having integrity and high ethical standards. SDA is committed to a leadership role within the university, community, and the nation.

SDA is committed to recruit, retain and develop a gender equitable, inclusive workforce.

ASU offers up to 24 hours of professional development opportunities per year and a competitive benefits package, which includes paid vacation and holidays, health insurance, free mental health resources, employee discounts and more. In particular, ASU offers a generous tuition discount for employees, their spouses, dependents and retirees. Working in SDA also provides unique access to sporting events and athletic-related discounts.

For more information on ASU benefits, please visit http://cfo.asu.edu/hr-benefitsenrollment.

ASU Statement

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco

Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

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Employment Verification Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Background Check Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Fingerprint Check Statement

This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.

Instructions to Apply

Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.

To be considered, your application must include all of the following:

• Cover letter
• Resume/CV
• Three professional references (personal references are not accepted)

Please include all employment information in month and year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.

Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.

ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated.

Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

IMPORTANT NOTE: What is the meaning of “equivalent combination” in the minimum qualifications? It means one year of higher education or 24 credit hours, is equal to one year of experience. For example, a four year Bachelor’s degree is equal to four years of experience.