Assistant Director of Athletics

This position supports the financial and business operations of the athletics department and plays a key role in budgeting, financial reporting, business processes, and compliance. This position will contribute to sound fiscal management while supporting the mission and strategic goals of K-State Athletics.

  • 521960
  • Manhattan, Kansas, United States
  • K-State Athletics Inc (Agcy)
  • Athletics
  • On-site
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About This Role

Kansas State Athletics invites applications for an Assistant/Associate Athletic Director of Business. This position supports the financial and business operations of a Power 4 intercollegiate athletics department and plays a key role in budgeting, financial reporting, business processes, and compliance. The successful candidate will contribute to sound fiscal management while supporting the mission and strategic goals of K-State Athletics.

This position reports to the Senior Associate Athletic Director/Chief Financial Officer (or designee) and works collaboratively with athletics staff and campus partners.

An example of job duties includes but are not limited to:

  • Assist with the development, administration, and monitoring of the athletics department’s annual operating budget.
  • Support daily business office operations, including purchasing, travel, contracts, payments, and internal controls.
  • Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation and responding to audit requests
  • Support financial processes related to evolving NCAA initiatives, including Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL), as applicable
  • Supervise, train, and evaluate assigned business office staff and student employees.
  • Assist with special projects, revenue initiatives, capital projects, and department modernization. • Perform other duties as assigned to support the goals and objectives of K-State Athletics.

About Us

K-State Athletics is a proud member of the Big 12 Conference. We are looking for someone who wants to become a member of our staff to help advance our program.

Our mission is to foster a culture in which our student-athletes have every opportunity to reach their maximum potential academically, athletically, mentally and socially while operating an organization that is anchored by a genuine commitment to K-State, our supporters and each other.

For more information on K-State Athletics, please visit http://www.kstatesports.com

For more information on Manhattan, KS and the University, please visit http://www.k-state.edu/hcs/jobs/

Worksite Description

This position is On-site.

All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, accounting, sport management, or a related field.
  • Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in athletics business operations, higher education finance, or a related area.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA and conference financial regulations.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in business administration, finance, sport management, or a related field.
  • Experience working in a Power 4 (Power 5) intercollegiate athletics department.
  • Supervisory or leadership experience.
  • Experience using enterprise financial systems such as Workday, PeopleSoft, or similar platforms.

Additional Role Information:

  • Primarily an office-based position.
  • Occasional evenings and weekends may be required based on athletics events and operational needs.

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

How to Apply

To be considered for the position, please complete the online application and submit/upload the following documents:

  1. Cover letter indicating your qualifications for the position
  2. Resume with three professional references that includes contact information (name, title, phone number and email address)

Application Window

Screening of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$80,000 - $85,000

Benefits

  • Excellent medical, dental and vision health plans
  • Retirement plan (No Vesting Period!!)
  • Generous earned leave plan – vacation and sick
  • Parental leave plan
  • Term life insurance Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
  • Long term disability insurance
  • Paid KSU designated holidays

K-State Athletics Local Agency Employee Benefits Information: https://www.kstatesports.com/sports/2020/3/6/athletics-human-resources.aspx?path=resources

Why Join Us:

Discover a benefits package that truly prioritizes your well-being! Enjoy excellent medical, dental, and vision health plans, alongside a highly competitive retirement plan to secure your future. You’ll also benefit from earned vacation and sick leave, a generous parental leave plan, and robust insurance options, including term life, accidental death and dismemberment, and long-term disability coverage. Plus, take advantage of paid holidays designated by KSU, ensuring you have time to recharge and enjoy life to the fullest! K-State Athletics Local Agency Employee Benefits Information

Work Authorization and Sponsorship: 

Employees must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment. International candidates who require employer-sponsored work authorization are welcome to apply. Eligibility for visa sponsorship depends on several factors, including but not limited to, the job’s occupational requirements, specific duties, wage level, the candidate’s qualifications (such as degree field) and available departmental resources. As a result, not all positions or applicants will be eligible for sponsorship.

Remote and Hybrid work options:

Some positions are eligible for remote or hybrid working arrangements.  An employee who is working in a remote or hybrid capacity for K-State must reside within the United States in order to comply with all federal and state laws, filings, or tax requirements. Remote and hybrid work arrangements are not available for anyone who resides in the state of Idaho.

Relocation to Kansas:

Kansas participates in the MakeMyMove program, which connects eligible newcomers with participating communities offering financial incentives, housing support, and local perks to help make your move easier and more rewarding. If relocating from outside of Kansas you can visit the site to apply online for the program incentives. 

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Background Screening Statement:

Upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment, a candidate may be subject to a background check per K-State’s background check policy.