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Job no: Work type: Faculty/Academic Staff
Major Administrative Unit / College: Intercollegiate Athletics
Department: Intercollegiate Athletics 10070478
Sub Area: FAS- Fac./Acad Staff
Salary: Salary Commensurate with Experience
Location: East Lansing
Categories: Athletics/Recreation, Fixed Term Academic Staff, Full Time (90-100%), Non-Union
Working/Functional TitleDeputy Athletics Director, Chief Operating Officer
Position SummaryMSU Athletics is searching for a Deputy Athletics Director to provide day-to-day executive leadership for Michigan State Athletics and represent the Director of Athletics on University, conference, and external matters. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Serve as the CEO of Spartan Ventures to implement strategic priorities, increase revenue, and optimize operations in support of Michigan State Athletics.
- Serve as the primary sport administrator for the Football program, providing leadership, guidance, and accountability to support competitive excellence and operational effectiveness.
- Oversee and provide strategic leadership for the following areas:
- Non-Philanthropic External Revenue Generation
- Capital Projects and Infrastructure
- Facilities Management
- Events and Operations
- Other units as assigned
- Lead departmental operational planning and execution to ensure efficient, effective, and fiscally responsible management of resources.
- In collaboration with Director of Athletics, provide leadership and support to the Spartan Athletic Foundation and the Athletics Business and Finance Office.
- Collaborate with coaches, administrators, university leaders, and external stakeholders to support championship-level performance across all sport programs.
- Serve as a member of the executive leadership team and participate in strategic decision-making related to athletics administration and Spartan Ventures operations.
- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by the Director of Athletics.
- Serve as a key advisor to the Director of Athletics.
Required DegreeMasters
Minimum Requirements- Master's degree
- MBA, JD, Master's in Sport Administration, Business or related field
- 10-15 years of progressively responsible experience in athletics administration and senior leadership positions
- Demonstrated success leading complex organizations
Required Application MaterialsReview of Applications Begins On09/29/2026
Websitewww.msuspartans.com
Advertised: Sep 21, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Sep 21, 2028 Eastern Daylight Time
