Athletics Business Manager

Job Title

Athletics Business Manager

Agency

Tarleton State University

Department

Division of Athletics

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Stephenville, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Tarleton State University invites applications for the position of Athletics Business Manager in the Division of Intercollegiate Athletics.

Reporting directly to the Senior Associate Athletic Director, Finance & Business Operations, the Business Manager is responsible for oversight and management of the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics financial resources including its operating budget, reserves, and endowments.

Major Duties

• 50% Financial Operations: Manages budgets, expenditures, and revenues; processes financial transactions; serves as liaison for accounting, finance, budget, travel, insurance, tax, and human resources; ensures compliance with university and NCAA requirements.
• 50% Business Operations: Manages daily operations of the Athletics Business Office; hires, trains, supervises and schedules student assistants; oversees deposit and cash collection; manages inventory and attendance systems; reconciles revenues and expenses; prepares credit card reports; supports special events; oversees travel operations; participates in budget review and creation.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5 years of experience in operations/financial management or sport management.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• General knowledge of financial and personnel policies in a university setting.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office and web tools.
• Excellent writing, oral communication, and customer service skills.
• Ability to analyze data, make projections, and manage budgets.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Preferred Experience

• Master's degree and higher education experience.
• Progressively responsible management/supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of ARMS Software and NCAA Financial Reporting Software.
• Knowledge of NCAA protocols.