Assistant Director of Athletics, Business Operations

The Assistant Athletic Director, Business Operations provides high-level financial support for the Division of Athletics and Recreation, a complex organization with annual operating expenses of $30 million. This position provides appropriate financial controls by reviewing and approving expense reports, purchase orders and supplier invoices as one of three Cost Center Managers for 45+ Athletic Department cost centers.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree with 3-5 years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience, including previous managerial experience.
• Highly proficient in Excel applications (data manipulations); MS Excel and Google Docs
• preferred.
• Previous experience in Workday preferred, but not required.
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload in a multi-tasking environment while maintaining
• careful attention to detail.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Job Competencies:

• Excellent financial analytical ability.
• Excellent communication skills (both oral and written) to elicit and disperse information; to present information (including data) and communications in a clear and concise manner.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage competing priorities.
• Demonstrated creative problem solving and financial analytical skills.
• Strong organizational, administrative, time management and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, multi-faceted work environment.
• Possess a willingness and ability to support a diverse and inclusive environment.
• Flexible to change and interruptions.