Position Summary: Plans and manages the delivery of the overall program in accordance with the strategic goals of the organization
Position Responsibilities:
Communication
Leads communication and sharing of information with Marketing and Outreach, including PR, to ensure maximum exposure for program
Ensures sufficient frequency and quality of communications with student-athletes’ parents/guardians
Provides support to advisors and coaches when working with prospective families, teams and groups
Internal Coordination
Works with coaches, school staff and APD staff as appropriate for the comprehensive development of the student-athletes
Coordinates with Football Director and Academic staff to ensure uniform academic performance standards, minimization of travel conflicts with important school dates, notification to school of significant upcoming trips and completion of student-athlete leave of absence procedures
Collaborates with Advisors, Admissions, Health Services, etc. to ensure proper completion of all paperwork for incoming student-athletes
Liaison with Advancement office
Staffing/Payroll
Assists in projecting and maintaining accurate staffing levels for the program including recruiting, interviewing, hiring and scheduling as appropriate
Responsible for staff payroll including accuracy, accurate Personal Time Off (PTO) tracking and signing off of time cards
Actively manages part-time, seasonal and intern staff
P&L
Ensures excellent program delivery while eliminating unnecessary costs
Assists in the development of the operational program budget and ensures adherence to the budget
Reviews and submits Expense Reports
Reviews all financial reports and communicates with Accounting staff on all necessary adjustments/corrections
Prepares reports on revenue streams and program utilization
Logistics/Operations
Works with Sport Director to create, monitor and report on goals and objectives
Researches competitors and collaborates with other sports on campus to ensure implementation of best practices
Schedules competitions, tournaments and special events
Responsible for game-day and event coordination, communications and logistics, including scheduling teams, facilities, officials, transportation, travel, etc.
Responsible for all planning of student athlete and staff travel, and related reporting expenses
Administers paperwork for FHSAA and other governing bodies
Completes all necessary paperwork for visiting coaches and staff, including independent contract agreements and expense reports
Responsible for communication, ordering , allocating and working with corporate sponsors on equipment and apparel
Liaison to pro teams, guest and tournament teams
Coordinates facility expansion and transitions
Anticipates and resolves needs for any off campus facility use
Establishes and maintains relationships with various partners
Adhere to all company policies, procedures and business ethic codes
Other duties as assigned
*** Note: Business Managers donot coach unless unique circumstances merit an exception granted by the Director of Athletics.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Bachelor’s degree in related field
Strong business acumen
Strong organizational skills
Experience in sales, marketing, business development or event management
Experience with spreadsheets and financial accountability
Knowledge of scheduling in the specific sport
Ability to drive and manage department to hit short and long term strategic goals
Ability and desire to build collaborative relationships internally and externally
Ability to manage and influence at all levels of the organization
Ability to operate video camera and editing equipment
Ability to manage events/tournaments
Preferred Skills:
Bilingual
Collegiate or professional playing experience
Valid Florida Driver’s License
CPR Certification
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
Ability to lift, move, push and pull equipment or boxes in excess of 40lbs.
Should be able to handle outdoor temperatures for a reasonable period of time.
Must be able to move around campus which includes gym, turf, fields, etc.
Ability to work flexible hours to include nights, weekends and holidays