Associate Athletic Director for Administration and Operations

Job Description:

Associate Athletic Director for Administration and Operations

Description

Working Title: Associate Athletic Director for Administration and Operations

Department Name: Athletics Administration

Division: Student Affairs

Classification Title: Administrator II

MPP employees serve at the pleasure of the campus President. MPPs do not serve a probationary period and never receive permanent status.

Position Salary Range: $6,789 - $10,183 per month

The anticipated hiring range for this position is $8,500 - $9,167 per month.

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Review of applications will begin August 26, 2025, and the position will remain open until filled.

California State University, Dominguez Hills has retained Mammoth Sports Consulting to manage the search for the Associate Athletic Director for Administration and Operations.

TO APPLY interested candidates must send one PDF file containing a letter of application, resume, and full contact information for three professional references to opportunity@mammothconsulted.com or contact Dr. Kurt Patberg, Vice President at kurt.patberg@mammothconsulted.com .

About the Department/Position:

Under the general direction of the Associate Vice President/Director of Athletics, the Associate Athletic Director for Administration & Operations provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for all athletic operations within the Department of Athletics. This position plays a critical role in planning, coordinating, and executing game day operations, event logistics, and facility use for NCAA Division II athletic programs. The Associate Director leads efforts to ensure compliance with NCAA, conference, CSU, and university regulations while developing and implementing policies that support efficiency, risk management, and student-athlete success. This position also collaborates closely with the Associate Vice President/Director of Athletics and the Division Fiscal Officer on budget development, fiscal monitoring, and resource planning to align operations with departmental and institutional goals.

Some athletic events take place during evenings and weekends, requiring flexibility in work hours. The role involves standing for extended periods and working in a variety of weather conditions. Occasional travel may be required, particularly for post-season championship tournaments with teams, as well as for CCAA conference and NCAA meetings.

Overview of Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs highly complex managerial work providing strategic direction and operational leadership for game day operations across all intercollegiate sports (currently 10 NCAA Division II programs).
• Develops and implements comprehensive procedures and policies for game day logistics, event execution, and facility usage, ensuring alignment with NCAA standards, CSU policies, and CSUDH institutional values.
• Oversees and manages professional and student staff in the execution of all athletic events, including setup, breakdown, scheduling, ticketing, concessions, and in-event operations.
• Leads departmental efforts in risk management, crowd control, event security, and emergency response planning in coordination with University Police, Risk Management, and the Dean of Students Office.
• Manage team competition schedules, directs team travel, and works with AVP for Athletics and Division Fiscal Officer to develop and monitor team budgets.
• Oversee the full range of fiscal operations for the Athletic Department, including managing budgets across General Fund, IRA, Trust, ASI, and TAP accounts.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Professionals at this level usually have five - seven (5-7) years of experience and the equivalent to a bachelor’s degree.
• Two - three (2-3) years of supervisory/managerial experience required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with diverse constituencies across campus and within the Athletics Department, fostering inclusive partnerships that enhance student engagement and operational success.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service, ensuring positive experiences for student-athletes, fans, and event attendees during athletic events and departmental interactions.
• Ability to effectively manage and deliver student-oriented athletic services on a campus with a diverse student body and staff, utilizing modern management and administrative techniques for work planning, scheduling, coordination, and event execution.
• Demonstrated ability in planning, organizing, and directing staff and student workers in the development and implementation of operational policies and procedures within the Athletics Department to ensure smooth game day and event logistics.
• Gather, analyze, and interpret data related to athletic event operations, compliance, and budgeting; reason logically to draw valid conclusions and make informed recommendations that support strategic goals.
• Possess knowledge of event management principles and practices to coordinate complex athletic competitions and departmental events efficiently and safely.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in a relevant field.
• Experience with staff supervision, budget management, facility scheduling/management software.
• Prior experience supervising staff in operations or events planning.

To view the full position description, click “Position Description” above.

General Information:

• Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Fair Chance Hiring Ordinance and State Law.
• In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.
• The CSU system offers a competitive total compensation benefits package for employees and qualifying dependents, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and tuition assistance. It is our goal to compensate employees equitably and fairly. You can access a full description of our benefits here .
• Possession of a valid Driver's License is required. Employees in this position will be enrolled in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Government Employer Pull Notice Program.
• The person holding this position is considered a `mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
• This position is a "designated position" in the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. The successful candidate accepting this position is required to file Conflict of Interest forms subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission.

Closing Statement

California State University, Dominguez Hills, is strongly committed to achieving excellence through a diverse workforce. Individuals with disabilities requesting accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may call the Human Resources Office at (310) 243-3771.

California State University Dominguez Hills is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status.

Employees at California State University, Dominguez Hills shall abide by the Nondiscrimination Statement .

Advertised: Aug 12 2025 Pacific Daylight Time
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