October 9, 2026
Title: Department Office Manager/Operational Support Specialist
Description : The Office Manager/Operational Support Specialist performs a variety of necessary duties that support the Department of Athletics in an effort to achieve operational excellence. This position is responsible for providing direction of the operation of the athletic office to all internal and external constituents. This position supports the technology needs of the athletic department through the creation of department reports, works closely with the Finance Office on athletic department-related expenditures and revenues, works with Human Resources on hiring and onboarding of employees and other technical duties as needed.
Responsibilities : Provide direction and information regarding the operation of the athletic department office. Serve as a point of contact for internal and external constituents relative to the department. Maintain office systems including athletic software, technology, telecom, etc.
Serve as the lead facilitator for the Executive Director of Athletics’ scheduling and day-to-day office needs. Assist the Executive Director with project management. Serve as a liaison between Athletics and Human Resources to support the onboarding and recruiting activities for open athletics positions.
Assist the Associate Director of Athletics in the daily financial operations and transactions (i.e. on-line material requisitions, check requests, credit card statements, and expense reports). Reconcile all department cash receipts and team/department fundraising accounts and maintain department financial files and records.
Assist the Associate Director of Athletics with preparation of financial reports for the College, NCAA, and other appropriate reports.
In conjunction with the Senior Woman Administrator, track and monitor completion of compliance paperwork for all student-athletes in the department’s compliance forms utilizing athletic department software.
Ensure data credibility and accuracy, update and maintain accurate rosters for all varsity programs; code scholar-athlete roles and start/end dates.
Serve as the point person for the annual athletic awards program.
Liaison with IT staff for departmental projects.
Manage car rental requests for the department. Support department special events as needed (post-season, fundraisers, etc.).
Comply with all Federal, State, local, NCAA, Empire 8 Conference, College Department, laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Be a positive member of the department by supporting other programs and find ways to be involved for the betterment of the department and College.
Participate in significant campus activities including Welcome Weekend, True Blue Weekend, and Commencement Weekend.
As a college employee, this person is expected to comport oneself in a professional manner at all times, both on and off campus. No inappropriate relationships with students.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications : Minimum requirement for this position is an Associate’s degree (Bachelor’s preferred) and at least three years’ experience preferably in a fast-paced office environment. Must have demonstrated knowledge of Windows based computer software products (Microsoft Office, Access, etc.). Experience with Datatel and Informer preferred. Knowledge of various software applications required including Microsoft Office (Access, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google applications (Gmail, Calendar, Drive)
Knowledge of Datatel and Informer preferred
Extensive reporting and data management skills
Excellent written, oral communication, and interpersonal skills
Process mapping, problem resolution experience and front-line customer service experience preferred
Strong proofreading skills and attention to detail
Ability to multi-task and be flexible
Ability to schedule and manage multiple schedules
Ability to work with many different departments needs
Wage Range : $18.00 - $22.00 /hr
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