Business Manager, Athletics

About This Role:
The Athletics Business Manager reports directly to the CFO for Athletics and serves as a strategic partner and operations leader within the Athletics Business Office. The successful candidate will maintain accurate records concerning fiscal operations in compliance with NCAA, Conference, Lamar University, and Texas State University System rules and regulations.

What You’ll Do – Position Responsibilities:

• Financial Coordination and Reporting 

  • Coordinate and support business functions for the Athletics Department, including budgeting, financial reporting, pro-card transactions, encumbrances, personnel records, ticket operations, and courtesy vehicle mileage reporting.

  • Collaborate with university Finance staff to disseminate financial information to relevant stakeholders on a recurring basis.

  • Assist with preparing department revenue and expense data for the EADA Report, NCAA Financial Reports, and internal reporting requirements.

• Administrative and Procurement Support 

  • Submit requisitions, invoices, travel requests, contracts, and applicable documentation to campus finance and travel departments.

  • Review and approve all deposits while ensuring proper financial controls are established and maintained

• Strategic Planning and Operations 

  • Assist leadership with strategic planning and drafting internal policies and procedures to optimize departmental operations.

  • Serve as a liaison to external partners, including the outbound ticket sales partner, apparel contractor, and other key stakeholders.

• Other Duties 

  • Perform other duties as assigned by the CFO for Athletics and Athletic Director to address the evolving needs of the department and university.

Key Competencies:

• Keen attention to detail, highly data-driven, and excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Proven track record in building and maintaining positive professional relationships with various stakeholders.

• Demonstrated success in finding innovative and creative solutions to complex challenges.

• Strict adherence to established NCAA, Conference, Lamar University, and Texas State University System rules and regulations.

Physical Requirements:

• This position requires sitting and standing for extended periods of time and lifting up to twenty-five pounds while performing duties as described within the essential functions.

Job Conditions:

• Duties are typically performed within athletics facilities and other buildings or outdoors as required.

Who We Are: 

Lamar University is an accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-based community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our expertise is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals.

Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve.

Benefits:

• Health, dental & vision insurance 

• Life insurance

• State of Texas Retirement plans

• Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependents.

• Paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays. 

To see more information about the available benefits, please visit: Insurance – Lamar University

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in a field relevant to the position summary and essential job functions (e.g., Business, Finance, Accounting, or Sports Management).

• 3 years of progressively increasing responsibility and experience in collegiate athletics business operations, higher education business operations, or closely related experience.

• 5 years of related experience can substitute for an associate degree and 3 years of experience.

EEO Statement

Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer

Veteran's Preference Statement

Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in a relevant field.

• 3-5 years of progressively increasing responsibility and experience in collegiate athletics business operations, higher education business operations, or closely related experience.

Security Sensitive Statement

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.