Assistant Athletic Director – Premium Sales

Do you thrive in a dynamic and
energetic environment? South Dakota State University’s (SDSU) Athletics is hiring! We currently have an opening for an Assistant
Athletic Director – Premium Sales. Play a crucial role in driving revenue generation and reaching sales goals while developing new leads for
our premium stadium seating. We’re looking for an individual who is motivated and results-driven to join our team. This position is
located in Brookings, South Dakota and is a 12 month, full-time, benefit-eligible position.

Behind the scenes of our 19
competing NCAA Division I sports is a team of dedicated professionals who are striving to create the electrifying environment that is
Jackrabbit Athletics.

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and
participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant mission of
access.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Driving revenue and sales goals, along with new lead generation in the
  premium seating areas of Suites, Loge Box, and Club Seating associated the Jackrabbit Athletics venues. Engaging and converting
  existing SDSU Athletic donors and ticket holders, while also identifying new prospects interested in purchasing premium
  seating.
• Work, day-to-day with the Jackrabbit Club Office and Jackrabbit Athletic Ticket Office on donation and revenue goals,
  along with backend ticket system and business reconciliation.
• Manage and organize the premium seating contracts plus implement
  strategies to improve customer and donor relations.

SALARY RANGE:

Contingent upon education and
experience.

BENEFITS:

South Dakota State University is the state’s largest, most comprehensive
university with over $60 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000
students. We offer a rich academic experience in an environment of inclusions and access. The university is part of a dynamic community for
families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities. South Dakota State
University offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation
packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition
for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree by start date;
• At least one year of knowledge and/or experience with ticket sales and operations;
• General knowledge of and understanding with sales and marketing concepts;
• Experience with donor
  relations/cultivation/fundraising;
• Portray excellent communication skills (written, verbal and interpersonal);
• Excellent
  customer service skills;
• Ability to be a self starter and work independently; and
• Ability to work various hours including
  nights and weekends.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of collegiate athletics;
• Knowledge of premium sales;
• Division I athletic experience; and
• Understanding of fundraising concepts and practices in
  an athletic setting.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

Position is open until filled with full consideration
given to applications received by September 19, 2023.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

SDSU accepts applications through
an on-line employment site. To apply, visit: https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu, search by the position title, view the job announcement, and click on “apply for
this job.” This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment
of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, resume,
and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted. Please contact
SDSU Human Resources at (605) 688-4128 if you require assistance with this process.

Any offer of employment is contingent on the
university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited
to, successful completion of a criminal background check.

South Dakota State University is a tobacco free environment. It is the
policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and
learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing
Policy 4:14.

For questions on the position, contact search committee chair, Ryan Christy, via email: Ryan.Christy@sdstate.edu.

South Dakota State University promotes access to
and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in
candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits discrimination on, the basis of, sex, race, color, creed,
national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, age, disability,
genetic information, veteran’s status, or any other status that may become protected in the offering of all educational programs and
employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HR@sdstate.edu. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX
Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: (605) 688-4128.