Chief Revenue Officer - Athletics

University of Pittsburgh, United States

Updated: 2 months ago

Chief Revenue Officer - Athletics
Athletics Administration - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (25000788)
 
The Chief Revenue Officer will provide strategic leadership and oversight of revenue-generating operation efforts for the Athletic Department. This position will work alongside the Director of Athletics to ensure the financial outlook of the Athletic Department is positioned to ensure financial health, foster new opportunities, align with the department’s fiscal goals and with the mission and strategic plans of both Athletics and the University, while recognizing budgetary constraints. The Chief Revenue Officer serves as a senior advisor to the Director of Athletics, oversees major departments within Athletics, leads multiple teams of people, initiatives and projects and will manage other senior leaders in the Athletic Department. Serves as liaison between internal and external stakeholders and fosters key relationships on behalf of the Athletic Department. The Chief Revenue Officer must have the ability to understand, interact with and effectively organize and manage individuals and teams of people, recognizing their strengths, motivations and potential challenges, and the ability to foster a positive work environment to achieve optimal performance. The individual must have critical thinking skills, including, but not limited to the ability to encourage and promote creativity, open-mindedness, curiosity, and collaborative productivity among team members, utilize and analyze data, recognize problems and identify optimal solutions, all while focusing on reaching and/or exceeding goals. 


Job Summary

Serves as a senior advisor to the athletic director and athletics department and leads in the development and advancement of strategic priorities and management. Oversees major departments within athletics and leads multiple teams, initiatives and projects. Serves as liaison between internal and external stakeholders and fosters key relationships on behalf of the athletic department. Ensures compliance with all policies, procedures and regulations.


Essential Functions 

The individual will be responsible for leading revenue generating operation efforts for the Athletic Department. 

Develops effective relationships across the University and external to the University to assist in development and advancement of executive level responsibilities

Develops and implements strategic short-term and long-term planning for various units within the Athletic Department

Develops, monitors and maintains budgets for various units

Creates and fosters relations with coaches and other athletic staff including executive team members

Manages, oversees and directs projects from inception to completion

Supervises staff, including hiring, distributing and reviewing work, performance reviews, and documenting disciplinary actions and other human resource administration. Provides and encourages professional development opportunities and manages work schedules for staff

Ability to interpret, apply and steward University of Pittsburgh athletic brand

Serves as a key liaison with senior university leaders, fostering alignment between Athletics and the broader institutional mission

Other duties as assigned by Director of Athletics


Physical Effort 

Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time.

 

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.


The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

 
Assignment Category Full-time regular
Job Classification Staff.Executive Associate Athletics Director
Job Family Athletics
Job Sub-Family Athletics Administration
Campus Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Years of Experience Required 7
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience?  Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.
Additional details about Required Licensure/Certification Collegiate Athletics experience strongly preferred.
Work Schedule Varies
Work Arrangement On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.
Hiring Range TBD Based Upon Qualifications
Relocation Offered Yes
Visa Sponsorship Provided No
Background Check For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
Child Protection Clearances The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.
Required Documents Resume, Cover Letter
Optional Documents Not Applicable

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