Deputy Director of Athletics

Deputy Director of Athletics

Eastern Kentucky University

Title: Deputy Director of Athletics

Position Type: Fulltime Staff

Search Type: External - minimum 7 days

Department: 90R000 - Intercollegiate Athletics

Division: 6R1000 - Intercollegiate Athletics

Position Location: Richmond Campus

Driver Classification: Driver

FLSA: Exempt

Schedule Type: Full Time (37.5 hrs per week or more)

Hours Per Week: 37.5

Additional Schedule Details:

Posted Salary Grade: Exempt - 51

Retirement: KTRS

Contact Person: Kyle Moats

Job Summary/Basic Functions

The Deputy Athletics Director is responsible for coordinating external affairs for the Department of Athletics, including development, ticketing, marketing, revenue generation, and media relations. The primary emphasis of this role is on developing and cultivating staff and supporters for the athletic department, ensuring an engaged and supportive community. This position requires a strategic and collaborative leader who can effectively manage multiple external functions while fostering a positive environment for staff and athletes. The Deputy Athletics Director will also be instrumental in driving the department's mission and goals, enhancing its visibility and reputation, and securing necessary resources to support its programs and initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree is required; Master's degree is preferred

Experience: Twelve years of experience in an intercollegiate athletics program is required, Division I NCAA experience is preferred

Licensure & Certifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

Job Duties:

• 40% - Supervise and coordinate all external aspects of the athletic department (development, ticketing, marketing, revenue, digital media, and broadcasting. - (Essential)
• 20% - Works closely with the Director of Athletics, coaches, athletics staff to develop strategies for program needs. - (Essential)
• 20% - Works closely with the Director of Athletics to evaluate coaches and sport programs within the department. - (Essential)
• 5% - Performs other duties as assigned. - (Essential)
• 15% - Supervisor for student athlete wellness. - (Essential)

Sponsorship: Visa sponsorship will be considered on a case-by-case basis, depending upon the needs of the unit, available sponsorship budget, and the qualifications of the candidate.

Funding Source: Institutional

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions:

AA/EEO Statement

Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.

Background Check Statement

Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory background check.


To apply, please visit: https://careers.eku.edu/jobs/deputy-director-of-athletics-richmond-campus-kentucky-united-states



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