Assistant Commissioner for Championships, Administration and External Operations

Primary Responsibilities

Championships Administration

• Coordinate the planning, administration, and onsite management of SAC championships.

• Coordinate championship sites and dates through the Conference governance structure.

• Oversee the annual updating and production of Championship Handbooks and Sport Policy Manuals.

• Assist with championship budget preparation, reconciliation, and financial oversight.

• Oversee Conference awards programs, including ordering and inventory for all sports.

• Manage ticket sales and oversee student-athlete and fan experience at applicable championship events.

Coaches’ Committees Administration

• Administer all Coaches’ Committee meetings for the following sports, including scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, recording minutes, and assisting committee chairs:

  • Men’s and Women’s Cross Country

  • Men’s and Women’s Soccer

  • Field Hockey

  • Men’s and Women’s Basketball (co-primary)

  • Men’s and Women’s Indoor and Outdoor Track & Field

  • Men’s and Women’s Golf

SAC Governance & Officials Liaison

• Serve as liaison to Conference committees, including:

  • Championships and Awards (primary)

  • Branding and Marketing (secondary)

  • Competition and Scheduling (secondary)

• Serve as primary liaison to the Coordinator of Officials for assigned sports.

• Manage disciplinary actions involving student-athletes, coaches, and officials when applicable.

External Operations

• Lead and implement external relations initiatives aligned with the Conference’s mission and strategic goals.

• Assist with branding, marketing, and promotion of the Conference and its member institutions.

• Collaborate with Conference staff on strategic initiatives related to the SAC’s media rights partnership with FloSports.

Secondary Responsibilities

• Assist with championship apparel and licensing agreements.

• Represent the Conference at campus and championship events throughout the academic year.

• Serve on NCAA Regional Advisory Committees and National Committees as assigned.

• Manage special projects and ad hoc committees as directed by the Commissioner.

• Perform other duties as assigned to meet Conference needs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, advanced degree preferred.

• Minimum of three years of experience in college athletics event management and/or marketing (five years preferred).

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google, and Zoom.

• Familiarity with social media platforms such as Instagram and X.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Willingness to travel and work nights and weekends.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary commensurate with experience.

• Comprehensive benefits package included.

Application Process

• Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

• Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter via email to: patrick@thesac.com

• Three professional references (PDF) should be available upon request.

• Women and ethnic and racial minorities are encouraged to apply.