Deputy Athletic Director/Chief Revenue Officer

City Logan Campus

Posted Date 9 hours ago(10/16/2025 12:11 AM)

Requisition ID 2025-9599

# of Openings 1

Job Locations US-UT-Logan

Category (Portal Searching) Athletics

Position Type Benefited Full-Time

Job Classification Exempt

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Deputy Athletic Director/Chief Revenue Officer

City Logan Campus

Posted Date 9 hours ago(10/16/2025 12:11 AM)

Requisition ID 2025-9599

# of Openings 1

Job Locations US-UT-Logan

Category (Portal Searching) Athletics

Position Type Benefited Full-Time

Job Classification Exempt

Percent of Time or Hours per Week 100%

College Athletics

Department Vice President-Athletics

Advertised Salary Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits

Telework Eligible No

Overview

The Deputy Athletic Director/Chief Revenue Officer is a senior leader in the Department of Athletics, responsible for the strategic direction, management, and execution of all external functions of the Department of Athletics. Reporting to the Vice President and Director of Athletics, this position oversees revenue generation, brand enhancement, community engagement, and fan experience through collaborative leadership of areas including marketing, communications, ticketing, sponsorships, development, and media relations. As a member of the department’s executive leadership team, this individual works closely with the Director of Athletics to support the department’s strategic priorities and ensure alignment with the mission and values of Utah State University.

Responsibilities

Departmental Leadership & Strategic Planning:

• Serve as the primary external affairs strategist, developing and implementing comprehensive plans for growth in revenue, engagement, and brand visibility.
• Provide executive oversight to units including marketing & promotions, communications and media relations, ticket operations, corporate sponsorships, and athletics development/fundraising.
• Represent the Athletics Department at institutional, conference, community, and alumni events as needed.
• Collaborate with campus partners such as University Advancement, Communications, and other campus constituents to align messaging and outreach.

Revenue Generation:

• Drive strategic efforts to maximize revenue through ticket sales, sponsorships, merchandise, and philanthropic support.
• Work closely with the athletics development team to cultivate major gift prospects and stewardship strategies.
• Oversee negotiation and fulfillment of sponsorship agreements, multimedia rights, and broadcast partnerships.

Management & Supervision:

• Supervise a diverse team of external operations staff, fostering a high-performance culture through clear expectations, accountability, and professional development.
• Manage budgets for all external units in alignment with departmental goals and institutional policies.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in sports management, business, communications, or related field.
• 7 plus years of progressive experience in intercollegiate athletics or professional sports, with a focus on external operations.
• Major gift experience.
• Demonstrated success in revenue generation, brand development, or fan engagement.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively and build relationships with diverse stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• Experience at the NCAA Division I level.
• Knowledge of emerging trends in digital media, fan engagement, and NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) landscape.

Required Documents

Along with the online application, please attach:

1. Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”

 

 

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Advertised Salary

Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits

ADA

Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes.  The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.

University Highlights

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

 

USU enrolls 28,900 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah’s counties.

 

Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies’ long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement.

 

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU. 

 

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu. 

 

*updated 09/2025

Notice of Non-discrimination

In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

 

Utah State University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment in employment including in hiring, promotion, transfer, or termination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy or any other federal, state, or local law.

 

Utah State University does not discriminate in its housing offerings and will treat all persons fairly and equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, familial status, disability, national origin, source of income, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Additionally, the University endeavors to provide reasonable accommodations when necessary and to ensure equal access to qualified persons with disabilities.

 

In all circumstances, Utah State University follows state and federal laws related to sex-segregated spaces.

 

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:

 

Matthew Pinner Executive Director Civil Rights & Title IX Office matthew.pinner@usu.edu 435-797-1266 | Old Main Rm. 401D 1400 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322  

Cody Carmichael

Title IX Coordinator

cody.carmichael@usu.edu

435-797-1266 | Old Main Rm. 402D

1400 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322

 

For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit crtix.usu.edu or contact:

 

U.S. Department of Education

Denver Regional Office

303-844-5695| OCR.Denver@ed.gov

 

U.S. Department of Education

Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights

800-421-3481 |  OCR@ed.gov

 

*updated 06/2025

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