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Working TitleSenior Associate Athletic Director for Business Operations/Chief Financial Officer

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person

Research Professional PositionNo

Posting Number202400612AP

Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification TitleSenior Management Level II

Number of Vacancies1

Work Hours/Week40

Proposed Annual Salary Range$140,000 -- $170,000

Employee Benefits

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment todiversity, equity and inclusion (https://inclusiveexcellence.colostate.edu/about/) , and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

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Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on05/06/2024

Description of Work Unit

Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities.

The Colorado State University Department of Athletics sponsors 16 men’s and women’s intercollegiate sports and competes as a member of the NCAA Division I- FBS and the Mountain West Conference. The University is located in Fort Collins, Colorado, 65 miles north of Denver. More information on the University and its intercollegiate athletics program can be found at www.csurams.com and www.colostate.edu.

Position Summary

The Senior Associate Athletic Director for Business Operations has accountability for the fiscal oversight of the Athletic Department, provides strategic budget direction for the department, leads with excellence throughout the organization, ensures alignment and compliance with federal, state University, Conference and NCAA policies and procedures; maintains strong working relationships with coaches, staff, University leadership and key stakeholders. Position is responsible for the leadership and supervision of the Athletic Business Office including overseeing all budget reconciliations, and national/governmental reporting duties. Individual is a member of the Athletics Executive Leadership Team and will serve as sport administrator as assigned by the Director of Athletics. Position takes strong initiative to research and understand current national issues facing NCAA member institutions for the purpose of forecasting financial strategies and budget requirements.

Required Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Business, Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Management, HPER , HES , Sports Management, Recreation, Economics, or any other field related to responsibilities and duties.

• Minimum of 5 years of NCAA Division I Athletic Business experience

• Minimum of 4 years of management/operations/supervisory experience.

• Demonstrated experience with strategic planning, management, fiscal direction and analysis, and organizational skills with demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks, set priorities, and meet deadlines.

• Proficiency in variety of software products and strong computer skills with familiarity with spreadsheet and database systems.

• Demonstrated experience with revenue generation strategies and financial operations in higher education.

• Must be able to demonstrate commitment to supportive client services and focused on internal and external customers

• Able to engage in occasional out-of-town and overnight travel

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Advanced Degree

• Experience in Kuali Financial System, Oracle, Banner, Talent Management System, Time Clock Plus, WebFocus or similar financial systems

• Demonstrate ability to support a diverse and inclusive campus community

• Experience developing and presenting budget analysis to campus constituents as requested

• Experience with business partners including internal and external auditors and legal counsel.

• Experience working with Teamworks and athletics-designated travel partner, e.g., Shorts Travel

Diversity Statement

Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Essential Duties

Job Duty CategoryFiscal Oversight

Duty/Responsibility

• Serve as Chief Financial Officer responsible for overseeing the Department’s financial management of a $60M budget.

• Oversee the budgeting process for all sports programs and operational units.

• Ensure fiscally responsible operations thru the implementation of sound budget management practices.

• Oversee all contract negotiations with third-party providers

• Adhere to all applicable federal, state, institutional, conference and NCAA rules, laws, and regulations.

• Demonstrate leadership in the efficient planning, management, and enhancement of financial resources.

• Align resources with university and department strategic initiatives

• Seek efficiencies in all areas of operations

• Review and approve daily business office functions including travel vouchers, disbursement vouchers, purchase orders, payment requests, internal orders, work orders, journal entries, P-Card Allocations, etc.

• Coordinate allocation and tracking of all trade agreements

• Provide oversight of Shorts Travel and Teamworks partnerships

Percentage Of Time50

Job Duty CategoryStrategic Planning

Duty/Responsibility

• Serve as a member of the Department’s Executive Staff and provide strategic leadership and vision

• Represent the University and the Department ethically and professionally to achieve positive relationships with students, faculty, staff, media, alumni, civic groups, booster groups, donors and regional and national organizations

• Demonstrated understanding of national issues and trends for NCAA member institutions for purpose of forecasting financial strategies and budget requirements

• Sport Administrator for specific teams as assigned by the Director of Athletics.

• Oversee coaches and staff of specific sports to execute the team’s vision while advising on all operational and strategic plans. Help align sport/team with overall department mission and goals.

Percentage Of Time40

Job Duty CategoryFinancial Aid

Duty/Responsibility

• Oversee and assist Assistant AD for Talent Management or other assigned personnel as they partner with Compliance and Financial Aid to distribute aid awards to student athletes, perform customer service for student-athletes and organize summer school aid. Work to ensure compliance with MWC , NCAA and University Financial Aid regulations.

Percentage Of Time5

Job Duty CategoryMember of Athletics Leadership and Business Office

Duty/Responsibility

• Participate as a member of the Athletics Leadership Team and Business Office unit by attending staff meetings, collaborating on initiatives that serve the best interests of CSU Athletics, and represent the Department of Athletics within conference, campus, and community events

• Provide oversight of Business Office staff and other units as assigned by the Director of Athletics

• Demonstrate commitment to inclusive environment for staff and continuously strive to meet the University’s Principles of Community and and meeting department’s guiding principles.

• Ensure compliance with all departmental, University, conference and NCAA procedures, rules and regulations.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Percentage Of Time5

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

To apply, please upload a cover letter that addresses the required and preferred job qualifications, a resume, and the contact information for four professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.

Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver’s License

Search Contactath_athleticjobs@mail.colostate.edu

EEO Statement

Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity (https://oeo.colostate.edu/) is located in 101 Student Services.

The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,titleix@colostate.edu.

The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to theOffice of Civil Rights, Department of Education (https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/howto.html) .

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

References Requested

References Requested

Minimum Requested4

Maximum Requested4

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have a bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Management, HPER, HES, Sports Management, Recreation, Economics, or another field related to responsibilities and duties?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have a minimum of five years of NCAA Division I athletic business experience?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have four years of management, operations, or supervisory experience?

• Yes

• No

• • Are you willing and able to engage in occasional out-of-town and overnight travel; are you willing to work occasional nights and weekends in order to meet the business needs for the department?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Resume

Optional Documents