DESCRIPTION OF POSITION

This is a professional marketing/sales and fundraising position that works closely with the NNU Athletics administrative team. This is a full-time, exempt position that reports to the Director of Athletics.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree
• Collegiate level athletic administrative and/or coaching experience
• Development and/or marketing experience
• Operations and/or event management experience
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Sales experience
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Proficiency in utilizing workplace technology
• The University requires that all candidates be Christians (preferably in the Wesleyan tradition), and must be comfortable with and in agreement with the mission and lifestyle values of NNU; candidates are asked to respond to the information items listed on the NNU Christian Mission requirements

• Cultivate, solicit, and manage NNU Athletics corporate sponsorships; contact area businesses and individuals regarding opportunities to partner with NNU Athletics and brand NNU Athletics within the Boise Valley
• Develop and implement game day promotions that highlight relationships with area businesses, community members, and strategic partners
• Implement a ticket sales plan, attracting more fans and increasing revenue
• Direct and oversee the NNU Athletics Operations Team in the logistics, marketing, and growth of the annual NNU Athletics golf tournament, student-athlete Kettle Awards Banquet, and other special fundraising/marketing events
• Assist the Athletic Director in all Athletics Advisory Council functions
• Update, enhance, and oversee nnusports.com giving links and information
• Enhance giving within the Nighthawks Athletics Association fostering relationships with business partners, donors, and constituents
• Oversee and assist coaches in the fundraising efforts of individual sports programs
• Work with the coaches on developing and managing sport-specific booster clubs
• Review and follow up on grant opportunities that could benefit NNU Athletics
• The Assistant Athletic Director for Development and Sales is expected to promote and develop spiritual formation and leadership, academic excellence, athletic competitiveness, and community engagement
• Perform other duties as assigned
  Requirements:

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Sales experience
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Proficiency in utilizing workplace technology
• The University requires that all candidates be Christians (preferably in the Wesleyan tradition), and must be comfortable with and in agreement with the mission and lifestyle values of NNU; candidates are asked to respond to the information items listed on the NNU Christian Mission requirements.