Senior Associate Athletics Director for Business Operations

Position Overview:
Daemen University is seeking a Senior Associate Athletics Director for Business Operations to join our Athletics Executive Leadership Team. Under general supervision, this position provides executive administrative, leadership, and organizational support to the Vice President for Athletics, the Office of Business Affairs, and Daemen Athletics. The role is instrumental in driving strategic planning, overseeing financial operations, and ensuring compliance with university, conference, and NCAA regulations.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in business management, accounting, and customer service , along with exceptional organizational skills. This position requires regular interaction with university leadership, coaching staff, student-athletes, stakeholders, and the public.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and implement strategic planning processes within the Athletics Division.

• Improve operational efficiency across the department.

• Oversee business operations, budgeting, and financial reporting.

• Manage ticketing, concessions, and athletic apparel contracts.

• Ensure compliance with NCAA and university financial policies.

• Support athletics development, donor relations, and sponsorship initiatives.

• Supervise assigned sports programs, including Women's Volleyball, Women's Bowling, and Men's & Women's Tennis.

• Assist in coordinating facility rentals, fundraising events, and annual reporting.

• Act as a liaison between Athletics and the Office of Business Affairs.

• Maintain strict confidentiality and uphold NCAA regulations.

Position Overview:
Daemen University is seeking a Senior Associate Athletics Director for Business Operations to join our Athletics Executive Leadership Team. Under general supervision, this position provides executive administrative, leadership, and organizational support to the Vice President for Athletics, the Office of Business Affairs, and Daemen Athletics. The role is instrumental in driving strategic planning, overseeing financial operations, and ensuring compliance with university, conference, and NCAA regulations.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in business management, accounting, and customer service , along with exceptional organizational skills. This position requires regular interaction with university leadership, coaching staff, student-athletes, stakeholders, and the public.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and implement strategic planning processes within the Athletics Division.

• Improve operational efficiency across the department.

• Oversee business operations, budgeting, and financial reporting.

• Manage ticketing, concessions, and athletic apparel contracts.

• Ensure compliance with NCAA and university financial policies.

• Support athletics development, donor relations, and sponsorship initiatives.

• Supervise assigned sports programs, including Women's Volleyball, Women's Bowling, and Men's & Women's Tennis.

• Assist in coordinating facility rentals, fundraising events, and annual reporting.

• Act as a liaison between Athletics and the Office of Business Affairs.

• Maintain strict confidentiality and uphold NCAA regulations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.

• Experience in business operations, financial management, or athletics administration.

• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

• Proficiency in budgeting, reporting, and compliance processes.

Why Join Daemen University?
Daemen Athletics is dedicated to excellence, integrity, and student-athlete success. This role offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on the future of our athletic programs while working within a collaborative and dynamic environment.

Daemen University offers a robust total compensation package that includes:

• Health insurance with an option of two plans: an HSA plan with the deductible funded by employer HSA contributions, or a copay plan.
• Dental insurance through the Guardian network.
• Vision insurance through the Guardian network, and an option between the VSP or Davis plans.
• An 8% employer contribution to the retirement savings account when employees contribute just 5%.
• Fully paid long term disability insurance, guaranteed-issue life insurance for new hires up to a volume of $150,000.
• Tuition waiver for full-time employees and their qualified dependents. Entrance in Tuition Exchange scholarship opportunities to pursue education at other institutions.
• Generous time off for administrative and staff employees.

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