Assistant/Associate Athletics Director for Business Operations

The University of Virginia is a highly competitive Division I program committed to academic and athletic excellence. The Department of Athletics at the University of Virginia is now accepting applications for an Assistant/Associate Athletics Director, Business Operations.

The primary duties of the Assistant/Associate Athletics Director, Business Operations may include many of the below but are not limited to:

Business Office Operations

• Manage athletics team budgets and support services budgets.
• Execute financial matters related to accounts payable, financial processing, procurement services.
• Collaborates with Athletic Department Leadership regarding the changing landscape of college athletics.

Budget

• Prepare annual operating budgets in collaboration with department heads and coaches for submission.
• Works with Budget Office staff in the annual review and management of positions and operations budgets.
• Prepare annual financial reports.

Data Analysis

• Provide complex analytical support and financial management expertise.
• Prepare financial reports for AD/CFO.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with diverse groups of people.
• Ability and desire to perform accurate, detail-oriented work, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to maintain professionalism and poise in all circumstances and effectively interact with people in a positive manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Strong decision-making skills and initiative.
• Possess excellent leadership skills.
• Working effectively with a broad range of constituencies including students, coaches, staff, faculty, university administrators.
• Maintain effective attention to detail, meeting deadlines, multi-tasking, and prioritizing competing demands, and accuracy in one’s work.
• Possess skills to deal with sensitive or difficult situations effectively.
• Possess the clear ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Demonstrated ability to respond to rapid change and utilization of new technologies.

Minimum Requirements:
Education: Bachelor's degree
Experience: Five years of experience. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

Preferred Qualifications:

Education: Master’s degree in related field.

Experience:

• Possess good understanding and knowledge of NCAA-related policies and financial reporting
• CPA or other advanced financial certification
• Experience with Workday for budget and fiscal management
• Demonstrated experience developing, analyzing, and executing complex budgets and long-range business/fiscal management plans
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft office software
• Demonstrated excellence in oral and written communications.

About the Position:

The selected candidate will pass a background check. This position will not sponsor applications for immigration. This is a full-time position with UVa benefits . Employees benefits package highlights include:

• 22 days of paid time off, increasing with service; 13+ paid holidays each year, in addition to paid time off
  
• Parental and Community Service Leave
  
• Health plan with options to meet healthcare and financial needs available immediately
  
• Retirement benefits
  
• Tuition and professional development benefits after the first six months of employment
  
• Employee wellness program featuring activities to earn up to $500/year.
  

To Apply:

Please do not forward any applicant materials directly to staff of the Department of Athletics, as only applications received through this system will be considered. This position is open until filled, and the priority deadline for applications is June 3, 2025.

Please apply through through the UVA job board , and complete an application online. Requested application materials include a letter of interest or cover letter, resume or curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references. Applications that do not contain all of the required documents will not receive full consideration. For information regarding the position or the application process, please contact Michele Jarman , Academic Recruiter.

Physical Demands:

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.