Associate Athletics Director

Position Title Associate Athletics Director Position Number 089411 Department Athletics Office - 120000 Description of University
Appalachian State University, in North Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains, prepares students to lead purposeful lives as global citizens who understand and engage their responsibilities in creating a sustainable future for all. The transformational Appalachian experience promotes a spirit of inclusion that brings people together in inspiring ways to acquire and create knowledge, to grow holistically, to act with passion and determination, and embrace diversity and difference. As one of 17 campuses in the University of North Carolina system, Appalachian enrolls more than 20,000 students, has a low student-to-faculty ratio and offers more than 150 undergraduate and graduate majors. Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from accredited college or university and at least three years of applicable experience. License/Certification Required Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The Associate Athletics Director works in support of the App State Athletics Department in the following key areas:

Internal Relations:

• Assist Human Resources with onboarding and orientation for new athletic department employees
• Oversee training and all processes related to customer relations: greeting fans upon arrival, thanking fans upon departure, answering phone, stewardship and representation of the department
• Implement monthly Lunch and Learn events inviting organizations from campus over to present and connect with staff
• Serve as an Ombuds liaison to assist with advice to improve communication and relationships within staff
• Assist with game day sport administration

External Relations:
Donor Relations and Stewardship:

• Meet with Former Athletes Association to promote continued investment in university and enroll new and recent graduates
• Assist development office and App State Sports Properties by connecting donors and sponsors with current student-athletes to promote entrepreneurship with NIL opportunities on accessible message board
• Assist with campus and athletic facility tours for prospective students of alumni and stakeholders (prospective students not identified as recruits)
• Liaison with Boone Bigfoots for summer program- assist with sponsorships and season ticket sales

Campus relations:

• Assist marketing as the campus liaison to invite clubs, professors, and community to home events
• Collaborate with potential work study employees and oversee Athletic Department Internship Program.
• Reach out to Undergraduate programs in: College of Business Group Sales, Hospitality and Tourism Management, Graphic Design and Digital Marketing departments to engage students and faculty
• Connect with influential alumni and stakeholders that impact fan base to shape the narrative on department steps to improve the fan experience

Suggested Salary Range Commensurate with experience. Physical Demands of Position Special Instructions to Applicants
Please attach required documents:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- List of References with Contact Information or include a minimum of 3 references in the application form. AA/EEO Statement
Appalachian State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.

Important Contacts:

Director of Human Resources/ EEO Officer
Office of Human Resources
330 University Hall Dr.
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-3187

Office of Title IX Compliance
123 I.G. Greer Hall
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-2144

ADA /504 Coordinator & Office of Disability Resources Director
Office of Disability Resources
224 Joyce Lawrence Lane/Suite 112 Anne Belk Hall
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-3056 Diversity and Inclusion at Appalachian
We at Appalachian State University are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence both locally and globally.

We understand that the successful implementation of diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence is the responsibility of the entire university community, including alumni and official university governing bodies. A diverse campus community supports an influx of broad and distinct ideas that increase learning opportunities and strengthen the impact of our community as we work collectively to achieve a just experience for all.

We actively encourage, support, and promote a global mindset and an equitable environment where all will know that they belong and are safe to express their culture, identity, values, ideas, opinions, and creativity. We are committed to creating a culture of equity opportunity for all, one that has an expectation of fairness, justice, and equity-minded practice at all levels of the university community. Quick Link https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/34240 Posting Number 201500961P