Associate Athletic Director for Strategic Partnerships

Responsibilities:

• Adheres to the highest standards of integrity and works in compliance with all University and NCAA rules and regulations.
• Direct all facets of a corporate partnership program to include market analysis, solicitation, development of sponsor agreements and fulfillment of advertising & marketing elements.
• Support institutional corporate relation initiatives that have a direct impact on athletics.
• Work directly with athletic development staff to develop programs designed to support our coaches and student athletes.
• Manage special events with a focus on enhanced revenue generation, campus & community engagement and alumni outreach.
• Work in conjunction with the M & T Bank Arena marketing staff to coordinate advertising strategies designed to benefit the University and its partners.
• For partners interested in additional engagement beyond athletics, facilitate connection to campus partners.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in corporate sponsorship, partnership development, or revenue generation, preferably in a sports or university setting.
• Demonstrated success in developing and managing corporate partnerships, including contract negotiation and sponsor agreement development.
• Proven ability to conduct market analysis and implement strategies that drive revenue growth.
• Strong understanding of advertising and marketing, with experience overseeing fulfillment of sponsor commitments.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, including athletics, campus departments, and corporate partners.
• Experience in managing special events and projects with a focus on community engagement, revenue generation, and alumni outreach.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.