Deputy Athletic Director - Strategy & Operations

Position Information

General Information

Position Number 012569 Vacancy Open to All Candidates Working Title Deputy Athletic Director - Strategy & Operations Position Designation EHRA Non-Faculty Employment Type Permanent - Full-time Months per Year 12 Work Schedule

Typical University Hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. The schedule for this position may require nights and weekends depending on departmental needs.

Hours per week 40 FLSA Status Exempt Division Athletics Department Athletics (Adm) Work Location Student Activity Center Salary Range Primary Purpose of Department

The mission of the Athletic Department at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte is to operate within the perspective of the overall educational program. With a balanced program that supports opportunities for all students and staff, the department promotes a total person concept that provides its student-athletes with the necessary tools to be successful in academic, athletic, and social settings. The Department of Athletics supports the highest ethical standards of the University, the NCAA, and conference affiliation.

Primary Purpose of Position

As a core member of the executive leadership team, the Deputy Athletic Director - Strategy & Operations is a trusted thought partner to the Director of Athletics, managing the daily operations of the AD's office and driving the execution of departmental priorities. The successful candidate will formally oversee the Athletics Communications unit, track and execute revenue share and NIL parameters, manage the Director of Athletics Dashboard, serve as the primary liaison to the Office of General Counsel, partner on financial oversight, and represent the AD across campus. This role requires exceptional executive maturity and focuses heavily on internal integration and alignment.

Summary of Position Responsibilities

This role will oversee the Athletics Communications unit, track and execute revenue share and NIL parameters, manage the Director of Athletics Dashboard, serve as the primary liaison to the Office of General Counsel, partner on financial oversight, and represent the AD across campus. This role

requires exceptional executive maturity and focuses heavily on internal integration and

alignment.

Minimum Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution required.
• Minimum of eight years of progressive leadership experience in collegiate athletics operations, professional sports administration, or complex executive support roles.
• Proven track record of managing high-level executive operations and preparing C-level or AD-level briefings.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Master's degree in sports administration, business administration, or a related field.
• Experience working in professional leagues (NFL, NBA, MLB, MLS, NHL) or on the player representation agency side is highly preferred.
• Experience working directly with Division I student-athletes and understanding the student-athlete experience.
• Background encompassing varied aspects of athletics administration, including operations, communications, and major event management.

Necessary Certifications/Licenses Preferred Certifications/Licenses Special Notes to Applicants

• The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report
• The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.
• Please ensure your resume reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.
• UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/

Posting Open Date 07/01/2026 Posting Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Proposed Hire Date 07/20/2026 If time-limited please indicate appointment end date Contact Information

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

• UNC Charlotte Website

• HERC Job Board

• Inside Higher Education

• Mitratech Circa (formerly known as Local JobNetwork)

• Another Website

• Agency Referral

• Advertisement/Publication

• Personal Referral

• Other

• Where did you learn about this posting?

(Open Ended Question)

• • Do you have at least a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and a minimum of eight years of progressive leadership experience in collegiate athletics operations, professional sports administration, or complex executive support roles?
• Yes
• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume / Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
• Contact Information for References

Optional Documents