Salary: $107,325.00 - $143,100.00 Annually
Location : Normal
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202300655
Department: Athletics
Opening Date: 08/12/2025
Description Summary:
Reporting directly to the Vice President & Director of Athletics, the Deputy Athletic Director will play a critical role in ensuring operational excellence while advancing student-athlete opportunities through dynamic Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) initiatives. This leader will embody the University's commitment to service, excellence, and integrity, while aligning internal & external functions and strategic partnerships to elevate AAMU Athletics.
Examples of Duties Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Internal & External Operations Oversight- Provide senior leadership over internal & external departments, including facilities, event operations, equipment services, philanthropy, and select sport programs.
- Implement innovative and sustainable strategies to improve operational effectiveness and fan experience at Louis Crews Stadium, The Event Center, and other athletic venues.
- Collaborate with campus partners to ensure compliance with institutional policies, budgeting protocols, and student-centered programming.
- Champion professional development for athletics staff and graduate assistants.
Strategic NIL Leadership- Lead Alabama A&M's NIL strategy by developing robust educational resources, compliance protocols, and partnership models tailored to the unique opportunities for student-athletes at HBCUs.
- Serve as the primary liaison to external NIL collectives, digital platforms, and legal counsel to facilitate equitable and transparent NIL engagement.
- Monitor and interpret changes in state, NCAA, and federal NIL legislation and advise athletics leadership accordingly.
- Advocate for holistic student-athlete growth by integrating NIL with leadership, branding, and financial literacy training.
Executive Collaboration & Strategic Vision- Partner with the Vice President & Director of Athletics and University leadership on initiatives that advance the Bulldogs' athletic legacy and national profile.
- Represent Alabama A&M Athletics at campus, SWAC, and NCAA meetings, with a focus on operational innovation and student-athlete well-being.
- Assist in cultivating strategic partnerships that strengthen the department's financial sustainability and branding.
Typical Qualifications Minimum Position Requirements (including certifications, licenses, etc.):
- Master's degree required.
- Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive leadership in collegiate athletics administration.
- Proven track record in operational oversight and NIL program development.
- Demonstrated understanding of the HBCU athletics ecosystem and commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Strong interpersonal, leadership, and project management skills.
Supplemental Information Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Meticulous attention to detail.
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Creative problem-solving skills.
- Ability to present a professional image and a strong work ethic.
- Ability to multitask.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment, remain calm, and pivot smoothly under pressure.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to attend to multiple tasks.
- Ability to work with a team as well as independently.
- Ability to travel.
- Competency with standard Microsoft programs, LinkedIn, and other social media platforms
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, short and long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
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Do you have a master's degree?
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Do you have minimum of 5-7 years of progressive leadership in collegiate athletics administration?
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Do you have proven track record in operational oversight and NIL program development?
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Do you have a demonstrated understanding of the HBCU athletics ecosystem and commitment to diversity and inclusion?
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Do you have a strong interpersonal, leadership, and project management skills?
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