Assistant Athletic Director of Business Services and External Relations

The University of South Carolina Aiken, an NCAA Division II Institution, is seeking an Assistant Athletic Director of Business Services and External Relations. The Assistant AD will serve as member of Division of Athletics Leadership Team, reporting to Associate Director of Athletics. This position will work closely with the Vice Chancellor of Development & Alumni Affairs to cultivate external revenue opportunities and coordinate donor/alumni programming. Functions as the athletic department’s business manager. Responsibilities include oversight for the following: budgets, accounts payable, accounts receivable, transportation, property control, Pacer Club and external relations to include fund raising. Supervises administrative assistant and student workers. May serve as the SWA if qualified. May be required to work nights and weekends as needed.

The successful candidate will conduct the athletics programs in compliance with USC Aiken, Peach Belt Conference, NCAA, federal, and state regulations. Specific job duties include but are not limited to: (1) Direct responsibility for the Division of Athletics oversight and management of all business-related functions. Performs annual departmental budget preparation, monitors budget status of athletic and partnership accounts. Authorizes and processes all operating, travel and game day budget expenditures. Schedules all team travel. Manages the Division apparel contract. Administrates all game contracts; (2) Leads all department-wide fundraising initiatives with direct oversight of the Pacer Club including the annual design, membership renewal processes and implementation of this initiative. Cultivates and manages corporate partnerships and external revenue opportunities. Coordinates community engagement initiatives, donor/alumni programming, and collaborative efforts with University Advancement; (3) Responsible for Completion of necessary financial reports required by the institution, PBC, NCAA and US Department of Education to include the EADA and NCAA Financial Report; (4) Works in partnership with compliance office, facilities/event management, Institutional Advancement to oversee complimentary ticket distribution for student athlete families, current students, recruits, and special guests. Oversees ticket and parking pass sales if applicable; (5) Other Duties as assigned by the supervisor or athletic director.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Needed: Demonstrated administrative skills in a university athletic setting. Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills. Professional and personal integrity. Strong computer skills. Requires a good driving record.

Minimum Qualifications: Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of certification, training, education, and/or experience. Requires a valid driver’s license.
Preferred requirements: Master’s degree in Business, Sports Management or related field. Experience and exposure working in NCAA athletics operations. Evidence of successful athletics fundraising. Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations. Knowledge of PeopleSoft, Banner, and Quicken or similar systems.

This is a 12.0 month full-time position. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Application deadline: March 31, 2026. Applicants must complete the online application and upload the following with their online application: a cover letter and a current resume. Questions should be directed to Jessica Woods, Search Committee Chair, at Jessica.Woods@usca.edu. USCA is an AA/EOE. We strive to cultivate an environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of all individuals.