Associate Director - Intercollegiate Activities

Position Vacancy Announcement: 

Florida A&M University is pleased to announce the acceptance of qualified applications for the Associate Director, Intercollegiate Activities vacancy.

Requirements

• The Associate Athletic Director for Business Operations provides strategic leadership, financial oversight, and operational management for Florida A&M University Athletics. This role ensures the fiscal integrity of the department, supports long¿term financial planning, and oversees daily business functions in alignment with University, NCAA, and conference policies. The position serves as a key advisor to the Vice President/Director of Athletics and collaborates closely with coaches, administrators, campus partners, and external stakeholders.

• Directs the development, monitoring, and reconciliation of the Athletics annual operating budget; Oversee financial planning, forecasting, and multi year budget modeling; Manage all revenue and expense activity, including procurement, travel, accounts payable/receivable, and reconciliation processes; Ensure compliance with University, State of Florida, NCAA, and conference financial regulations; and prepare financial reports for internal leadership, auditors, and governing bodies. 

• Supervise daily business office operations, including purchasing, contracts, travel, and inventory control; Coordinate financial processes for ticketing, concessions, sponsorships, fundraising distributions, and game operations; Oversee reconciliation of revenue streams such as guarantees, conference distributions, licensing, and special events; and implement internal controls and operational efficiencies to strengthen fiscal accountability.

• Ensure adherence to NCAA financial reporting requirements, including the annual Agreed Upon Procedures (AUP) audit; Maintain accurate financial documentation and supports audit preparation and responses; and partner with Compliance, Foundation, Procurement, and Finance offices to ensure alignment across all business functions.

• Serve as a member of the Athletics senior leadership team; Provide guidance to coaches and staff on budget management, purchasing procedures, and financial best practices; Supervise business office personnel and fosters a culture of accuracy, transparency, and customer service; and collaborate with campus departments on financial planning, capital projects, and operational initiatives. 

• Support long range financial strategies to enhance departmental sustainability; Evaluate business processes and recommends improvements to strengthen operational effectiveness; and Assist in resource allocation decisions that support competitive success and student athlete welfare.
   

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in appropriate area of specialization and six years of related experience; or master's degree in appropriate area of specialization and four years of related experience.
   

Recommended Competencies

• Financial acumen and attention to detail;
• Strategic thinking and problem solving;
• Leadership and team development;
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment;
• Commitment to integrity, compliance, and the mission of FAMU Athletics.

Administrative and Professional and A&P Executive Service (A&P EX) positions are considered contractual. Terms and conditions are generally recognized by contract for a specific period of time or contracts renewed on an annual basis. Certain benefits, amount of leave, and notification of termination are exclusive to the pay plan.

In accordance with Florida Statute 112.219, relevant work experience may substitute for the required education: 4 years of experience in lieu of a Bachelor’s, or 6 years in lieu of a Master’s.

How to Apply:
Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must  include all work history and education details even if attaching a resume. If you are a current FAMU employee, you must apply through Workday. This search is being conducted under Florida law, including the Sunshine law and Public Records law. 

Conditions of Employment: 
Successful candidate is subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference  checks and verification of education. An official college transcript, a high school diploma, or other educational  documents must be submitted, where applicable, at the time of employment. 

Only United States (U.S.) citizens or aliens who have a legal right to work in the U.S. are eligible for employment.  Federal law requires proof of your authorization to work in the United States. You will be required to provide proof  of your identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of employment. 

Section 110.1128, Florida Statutes, prohibits employment by the State (including re-hire after a break in service) of  any male born after October 1, 1962, who failed to register with the Selective Service System, under the provisions of  the U.S. Military Selective Service Act, during the person’s period of eligibility (ages 18 through 25). Additionally, if  currently employed by the State, this law prohibits the promotion of such person. You may be required to provide  documentation. 

Reasonable Accommodation: 
If you require a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Amendment Act (ADAA),  please contact the Office of Equal Opportunity Programs at (850) 599-3076 at least ten (10) days prior to the start of  the event. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the University by calling TDD via FRS (800)  955-8771. 

Equal Opportunity/Equal Access University:

Florida A&M University is an equal opportunity employer.