Deputy Athletics Director for Business Strategy and Operations

03/21/2024

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Deputy Athletics Director for Business Strategyand Operations

Director of Athletics and Recreation

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Not a Union Position

Not an SEIU Position

Exempt

Regular Full Time

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Hanover, NH
Alumni Gym

Onsite only

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Responsible for providing strategic leadership and overseeing significant business and resource functions, operations, and activities, including capital projects, facilities and Operations, game operations and event management, budget planning and financial management, information technology and equipment operations of Dartmouth College Athletics and Recreation Department (DCARD) to ensure effective alignment of resources with strategic priorities. Directs and oversees the planning and development, management, operations, and maintenance of all College sports and recreational buildings, facilities, and fields, promoting customer accessibility and utilization within established priorities while maximizing revenue generation opportunities, ensuring cost effective operations, and safety/risk management controls. Develops the short and long-term budget plans and oversees the implementation of these plans across all areas of operation. Provides guidance on resource allocation to support departmental and divisional priorities; collaborates with executive team and senior staff and budget managers within Athletics andRecreation and across the institution to achieve financial and budgetary objectives.

Masters or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Master’s degree in business or finance.
• 7+ years of executive financial leadership experience.
• Ideal candidate will be an innovative and creative thinker who brings new ideas and strategies to the team; will possess the ability to build strong relationships with key athletics department, college, and industry colleagues to result in strong collaboration and strategy.
• Strong leader of vision and people and confident decision maker and change agent.
• Excellent organizational, management, communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills and the ability to predict and engage in conversations regarding future industry trends.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Expertise in financial management and financial analysis and business planning.
• Knowledge of athletics facilities management and construction/renovation projects management.
• Familiarity with human resources issues, practices and administration.
• Excellent computer skills – strong Excel, database and financial systems experience.
• Commitment to diversity and to meeting the needs of a diverse population.

• Previous experience in business leadership roles within higher education and/or the sports industry is very helpful and a proven track record of setting and achieving high financial goals and objectives.

Tye Deines, Kelley O'Rourke

Mike Harrity, Director of Athletics and Recreation

Michael.M.Harrity@dartmouth.edu

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

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Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy

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Business Strategy

• Collaborates with the Director of Athletics and Recreation to develop and implement the resource strategy of the Department of Athletics and Recreation in support of a robust athletics and physical education experience for Dartmouth students, ensuring strong communication, integration, and teamwork across DCARD and the College.
• Serves as a trusted advisor to the Director of Athletics and Recreation regarding the resource strategy of the department.
• Serves as a member of the DCARD Executive Team and leads the efforts in forecasting, monitoring, and managing all of the department’s daily and long-term resource activities.
• The focus of the position will include leadership and strategic oversight to the following areas: business operations, business innovation, equipment operations, and information technology support for athletics.
• In consultation with the Director of Athletics and Recreation and Chief Development Officer, this position also collaborates with our development team to develop priorities for fundraising and effective gift management strategies.
• Strong concentration of the role will be on long term financial planning (3-5 years); reporting and measuring, to include establishing key financial performance indicators, executive reporting and market analysis; revenue generation forecasting and modeling; and overseeing trend and data analysis to maximize current and future resources.
• The position will also be expected to lead a focus on continual process improvements to ensure operational efficiencies and sound business practices to safeguard the financial assets of the organization.
• Incumbent will collaborate extensively with internal and external partners on maximizing the department’s revenue growth opportunities through sponsorships, licensing, and other external partnerships.
• Role will be responsible for engaging with college financial leadership, campus partners and NCAA and Ivy League colleagues on all financial matters, planning, reporting, etc. as necessary.
• The position ensures the integration and compliance of the department’s financial and accounting activities with those of the College and works proactively to mitigate audit risks and ensure compliance.
• Position will be responsible for preparing and delivering budget and financial presentations to College and other internal and external stakeholders. In addition, the role will consistently engage with a peer network in the industry for benchmarking and sharing of best practices.
• Serves as primary liaison with the President’s Office and Budget Office on matters involving operating and capital budgets. Communicates and implements college fiscal policies and controls throughout the department.
• Develops strategies to maximize financial resources to meet Athletics and division objectives.
• Maintains effective working relationships with fiscal officers across the institution, including the Finance Center, the Budget, Investment and Controller’s offices.
• Serves on college-wide committees and ad hoc working groups.

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Finance, Capital Projects, Facilities, Events, Equipment, and IT Management

• Oversees annual zero-based budgeting process for the DCARD in accordance with the college’s budget timeline.
• Monitors resource allocation and prepares financial forecasts adjusting in revenue and/or expense to resolve financial problems as they develop and ensures attainment of expected year-end results and goals.
• Oversees and manages full-time staff in the Athletic Finance Office, Events & Facilities, Equipment and IT Operations and provides guidance, direction, and professional development when applicable.
• Oversees and manages DCARD Equipment Operations to ensure best practices and industry standards, including but not limited to: managing and developing staff, strategy to ordering of apparel and equipment, inventory controls/management, and customer service.
• Develops and implements inventory management, lifecycle replacement, and department-wide strategies within Information Technology operations.
• Evaluates the facilities on a continuing basis to identify existing and foreseeable needs for repair, replacement, up-grade, and new construction to meet department goals and objectives.
• Collaborates with The Office of Planning, Design and Construction, Facilities Operations and Management (FO&M) and other campus constituencies on development of designs, plans, and specifications for projects.
• Serves as departmental management liaison for all construction and renovation projects.
• Collaborates with the Director of Athletics and Recreation, senior athletics department staff, and the President’s Office to direct the general use and operation and the controlled access use of individual facilities, including the development, implementation, and enforcement of operating policies and procedures.

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Varsity Sport Administration

• Sport Oversight responsibilities and duties for selected Varsity Sports Teams, including but not limited to:
  • Supervision and evaluation of coaches, scheduling, budget development, and oversight, regular evaluation of program resources and performance goals, strategic planning, and management of student-athlete grievances and issues
  • Providing leadership, directing, and establishing meetings with coaching staff
  • Traveling with team
  • Attending practices
  • Building rapport with students and support staff

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Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.

Performs other duties as assigned