Associate Director, Athletics Information Technology

Texas Tech University

$75K — $95K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience (7 years total)
  • 3+ years of relevant experience in IT or a similar role
  • Intermediate technical skills with hardware and software
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Eligibility to drive university vehicles (valid U.S. driver's license needed)

Responsibilities

  • Plan and develop daily operations for various athletic departments
  • Install, configure, and maintain IT applications and systems
  • Manage inventory of technology assets and maintain documentation
  • Provide technical support for audiovisual and IT infrastructure
  • Support athletic events with setup and technical assistance
  • Coordinate with stakeholders and vendors for technology needs
  • Research and advise on emerging technologies and cybersecurity
  • Develop technical documentation and knowledge base resources
  • Participate in on-call and weekend support for technology systems

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a dynamic athletic environment
  • Professional development and training opportunities
  • Collaborative work culture within the athletics community
  • Engagement with diverse populations within the university
  • Potential to influence athletic operations and technology strategy
Full Job Description
Position Description

Plan and develop daily business functions for various departments within the athletic organization. Ensure the athletic organization maintains a favorable public and stakeholder perception while fulfilling the organization's strategic mission.

Major/Essential Functions

  • Install, configure, maintain, and support applications, operating systems, and endpoint devices utilized by Athletics employees, coaches, staff, student-athletes, and within Athletics facilities. Perform software deployments, security patching, upgrades, troubleshooting, and lifecycle management as required.
  • Serve as a manager of Athletics IT hardware and software inventory. Maintain accurate records of equipment assignments, custodians, locations, warranties, and asset lifecycles. Obtain, archive, and manage all required departmental and University documentation related to technology assets.
  • Manage the inventory, preparation, deployment, collection, and support of student-athlete technology devices. Ensure adequate stock levels are maintained, and devices are properly configured, secured, and documented prior to distribution and upon return.
  • Provide technical support for Athletics facilities, including audiovisual (AV) systems, digital signage, displays, video conferencing equipment, presentation technology, sound systems, and related infrastructure. Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues to ensure reliable operation of departmental technology resources.
  • Support athletic competitions, special events, and departmental functions by providing on-site technical assistance before, during, and after events. Assist with the setup, operation, monitoring, and teardown of technology systems, including networking, scoring and timing systems, replay systems, streaming equipment, digital displays, audio systems, and other event-related technologies as assigned.
  • Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, vendors, and event personnel to ensure technology systems are properly configured and operational for practices, competitions, meetings, recruiting functions, and special events.
  • Communicate clearly and effectively with management, coaches, staff, student-athletes, vendors, and team members to provide exceptional customer service and ensure timely completion of projects, operational tasks, and support requests.
  • Research, evaluate, and remain current on emerging technologies, cybersecurity practices, and industry trends. Serve as a technical resource and consultant to the department by providing recommendations, guidance, and solutions that support departmental goals and operational efficiency.
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation, procedures, inventories, and knowledge base resources to support operational continuity and effective technology management.
  • Participate in an on-call, after-hours, weekend, and event support rotation as required to maintain critical Athletics technology systems and services.
  • Perform other duties, responsibilities, and special projects assigned by management.
  • Comply with all NCAA, Big XII Conference, Texas Tech University, and Athletics Department rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Minimum of 3 years of experience. All related experience will be considered.
  • Ability to work evenings and weekends as required by the athletics calendar.
  • Intermediate level analytical skills, including process description, logic, problem diagnostics, and problem solving.
  • Intermediate technology hardware and software competency.


Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field plus three years related experience; OR a combination of related education and/or experience to equal seven years.

This position requires eligibility to drive TTU vehicles, including a valid U.S. driver license and two years of driving experience.

About the Department and/or College

Texas Tech Athletics has a commitment to serving and working with various populations and demonstrated alignment with the University's strategic priorities and values-based culture.

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan.

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