Senior Associate Athletic Director - Revenue and Contract Management

Rutgers University

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United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick

Sep 20, 2025

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Senior Associate Athletic Director - Revenue and Contract Management
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Athletics
Department	Intercollegiate Athletics
Overview	The Rutgers Division of Intercollegiate Athletics sponsors 24 intercollegiate sports, comprised of 14 women's and 10 men's programs, that compete at the Division I level. The Scarlet Knights are members of the prestigious Big Ten Conference, the nation's premier academic and athletic conference, after officially joining the league on July 1, 2014. Known as "The Birthplace of College Football, Rutgers hosted Princeton on Nov. 6, 1869 in the first intercollegiate football game, with RU earning a 6-4 victory.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Senior Associate Athletic Director - Revenue and Contract Management for the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics. This position reports to the Executive Deputy Athletic Director, Chief Revenue Officer, and Chief Operating Officer. The individual will be responsible for managing and overseeing the back-end processes of the House Settlement (Rev Share) institutional NIL agreements within the department. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Develops cap management structures that are needed to manage the NIL process. Creates systems to track all payments and timelines. Provides model for short- and long-term financial projections for( $20.5 million revshare). Reviews NIL deals into the NIL Clearinghouse for approval and tracking for determination of potential cap penalties. Works directly with sport specific staff and compliance and general counsel liaison to communicate House settlement and Cap Management processes. Oversees the distribution and administration of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) contracts, including the review and dissemination of payments. Coordinates with coaches and sport-specific staff to ensure proper submission and processing of NIL agreements. Manages the cap management software, ensure compliance with allocated funds, and model short- and long-term institutional NIL projections for coaches. Serves as the Athletics liaison to the Office of General Counsel on legal matters involving the Athletics Department and SAMCO, while monitoring evolving federal and state legislation affecting NIL and student-athlete compensation. Executes required Big Ten Conference and clearinghouse reporting, may provide game-day support for various athletic events, and will perform other duties as assigned. Represents Rutgers Athletics in efforts and initiatives involving player management and key business partners, as well as with intercollegiate athletics organizations such as the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), Big Ten Conference (B1G), and other governing bodies of intercollegiate athletics and player management.
FLSA	Exempt
Grade	11
Salary Details
Minimum Salary	165269.000
Mid Range Salary	209187.000
Maximum Salary	253104.000
Offer Information	The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes: Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits Life insurance coverage Employee discounts programs For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Position Status	Full Time
Working Hours
Standard Hours	37.50
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement	This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.
Union Description	Admin Assembly (MPSC)
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor's degree preferably in finance, economics, business administration, sports management, or a related field required. A minimum of seven years of progressive experience in a sports-related field.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	A deep understanding of best practices in revenue sharing and NIL management within collegiate athletics is essential. Strong computer skills and related software capabilities. Excellent written and oral communication skills with strong attention to detail required. Demonstrate organizational, project management, problem-solving and financial management skills. Ability to influence and build work relationships among stakeholders at all levels necessary. Ability to communicate and adhere to University, Big Ten Conference and NCAA policies, procedures, rules and regulations. Must be computer literate and have knowledge of Microsoft Suite Products.
Preferred Qualifications
Equipment Utilized	The position requires a computer to include all Microsoft software, access to NCAA Applications, ARMS, Teamworks and other Cap Management software. In addition, the position requires the use of a cellular telephone to respond to inquiries and other timely matters outside of the traditional working hours.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	25ST2038
Posting Open Date	09/19/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants	All applicants must complete and attach in the "Applicant Document" section under "Affirmation of Association with a Prospective Student-Athlete Form" the Affirmation of Association with a Prospective Student-Athlete form (provided in the link below) https://scarletknights.com/documents/2019/9/13/IAWP_Affirmation_Fillable.pdf
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Busch (RU-New Brunswick)
City	Piscataway
State	NJ
Location Details

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Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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