Assistant Athletic Director for Partnerships

Working Title: Assistant Athletic Director for Partnerships

Classification Title: Administrator II

Posting Details

Priority Application Date (Posting will remain open until filled): Tuesday, November 11, 2025 @ 11:55pm PT

Hiring Preference
Not Applicable

Position Summary

Under general direction from the Associate Athletic Director of External Affairs, the Partnerships Specialist is charged securing financial support for Sacramento State Athletics through partnerships. The incumbent develops the partnerships plan, monitors goals, quantifiable objectives, and adjusts strategies for achievement. They also serve as the liaison to on-campus partners.

The incumbent independently develops and coordinates the execution of strategic plans for partners with traditional, digital and other non-traditional media opportunities to bolster their own brand and garner maximum exposure through inventory such as venue signage; digital engagement including social media, the official athletics website, content, digital gaming and retargeting, event sponsorships and promotion; corporate hospitality.

The ideal incumbent is self-motivated, creative, thrives under pressure, results-driven, able to handle rejection, and believe in the mission of Sacramento State Athletics. The incumbent travels locally and nationally; and regular attendance at evening and weekend athletic activities and donor events.

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Working Title: Assistant Athletic Director for Partnerships

Classification Title: Administrator II

Posting Details

Priority Application Date (Posting will remain open until filled): Tuesday, November 11, 2025 @ 11:55pm PT

Hiring Preference
Not Applicable

Position Summary

Under general direction from the Associate Athletic Director of External Affairs, the Partnerships Specialist is charged securing financial support for Sacramento State Athletics through partnerships. The incumbent develops the partnerships plan, monitors goals, quantifiable objectives, and adjusts strategies for achievement. They also serve as the liaison to on-campus partners.

The incumbent independently develops and coordinates the execution of strategic plans for partners with traditional, digital and other non-traditional media opportunities to bolster their own brand and garner maximum exposure through inventory such as venue signage; digital engagement including social media, the official athletics website, content, digital gaming and retargeting, event sponsorships and promotion; corporate hospitality.

The ideal incumbent is self-motivated, creative, thrives under pressure, results-driven, able to handle rejection, and believe in the mission of Sacramento State Athletics. The incumbent travels locally and nationally; and regular attendance at evening and weekend athletic activities and donor events.

FLSA : Exempt (Not eligible for overtime compensation)

Anticipated Hiring Range : $ 5,053.00 per month - $ 6,126.00 per month plus bonus incentives*

CSU Classification Salary Range : $ 5,053.00 per month - $ 16,221.00 per month

*Available bonus incentives will be discussed with selected candidates during the interview process.

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Salary Grade/Range : 2

Recruitment Type : Regular (At-Will)

Time Base : Full-Time

Pay Plan : 12 months

Work Hours : Monday through Friday with the frequent need to work evenings and weekends to meet operational needs.

Department Information

The program of Intercollegiate Athletics is organized and conducted as an integral part of the total educational program of the University. Academic excellence and athletic accomplishments go hand in hand at Sacramento State. There are three separate and unique missions in this program: to contribute to the educational objectives of the University; to provide a healthy, competitive athletic experience to individual student-athletes; to serve as a public relations vehicle within the community.

The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics offers both academic courses and an intercollegiate athletics program. Academic courses offer the opportunity for individuals to gain knowledge and understanding in a particular area of expertise related to intercollegiate athletics.

Sacramento State has made a strong commitment to the achievement of national excellence at the NCAA Division I level. It also is committed to maintaining an equitable program between men and women.

Intercollegiate Athletics are members of the Big Sky, Big West, Western Athletic Conference, Mountain Pacific Sports Federation and American Athletic Conferences. http://hornetsports.com/landing/index

Required Qualifications

1. Experience in Annual Fund development or comparable partnership development or sales experience
2. Broad knowledge of the principles of fundraising and ability to participate in all aspects of the gift cycle
3. Ability to initiate contact via phone to set meetings with donors, partners and prospects
4. Strong communication skills, including the ability to write proposals and accompanying materials to individual donors, as well as the ability to listen carefully and patiently to prospects and donors
5. Ability to develop and maintain strategic relationships and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders across many demographics
6. Results-driven; willing to do whatever it takes to accomplish the goal
7. Strong focus on quality of work and attention to detail
8. Excellent time management and follow-up skills
9. High level of initiative, specifically in the areas of sales generation and process improvement
10. Ability to work well under deadline and to manage multiple projects simultaneously
11. Ability to establish and achieve quantified objectives
12. Ability to work independently and as part of a team
13. Ability to motivate and lead others
14. Ability to work nights and weekends
15. Ability to travel around the region and to other areas of the country
16. Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty, students, staff, and members of the community

Condition of Employment

• Ability to pass background check

Preferred Qualifications

1. A Master’s degree
2. Experience in Intercollegiate Athletics
3. Two or more years of experience working at a NCAA Division I Institution
4. Two or more years developing and implementing strategies for fundraising or partnerships
5. Experience in Athletic Partnership Development

Documents Needed to Apply

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Failure to upload required documentation may result in disqualification.

About Sacramento State

Sacramento State is located in the heart of California’s capital city, five miles from State Capitol. The lush, 300-acre campus is situated along the American River, close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento, also known as the “Farm-to-Fork Capital,” is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country, with a population of half of a million. Sacramento State proudly serves as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and is recognized by the California Legislative Assembly as a Black-Serving Institution. The university enrolls around 31,000 students from the Greater Sacramento Region, throughout California, across the nation, and around the world. Our 1,800 faculty and 1,500 staff are committed to meeting our mission:

“As California’s capital university, we transform lives by preparing students to lead, serve, and succeed. Sacramento State will be a welcoming, caring, and inclusive leader in education, innovation, and engagement.” As the regional hub of higher education, Sacramento State is dedicated to learning and student success; teaching, research, scholarship and creative activity; justice, diversity, equity and inclusion; resource development and sustainability; dedicated community engagement, and wellness and safety.

As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code, Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty, staff, students, and guests are welcome and valued. Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination, but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities, life experiences, and perspectives that enrich our community, teaching and learning.

To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family, please visit the Why Sac State? page.

Equal Employment Opportunity
California State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.

It is the policy of California State University, Sacramento to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. If you need a disability related reasonable accommodation as part of the application and/or interviewing process, visit https://www.csus.edu/administration-business-affairs/human-resources/benefits/reasonable-accomodation.html.

The University is committed to creating an education and working environment free from discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. For more information on mandatory training for new employees, visit https://www.csus.edu/administration-business-affairs/human-resources/learning-development/support/csu-learn.html.

Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act Notification:

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act, the current Annual Security Report (ASR) is available for viewing at https://www.csus.edu/clery .

The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery Act crimes for Sacramento State for the last three (3) calendar years. Paper copies are available upon request by emailing the Clery Director at clery@csus.edu.

Under the Clery Act, this position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) depending upon the role on campus and/or job duties. If this position is identified by the Director of Clery Compliance as a CSA position, you will be notified via email and will be assigned the appropriate training in CSU Learn.

Background Check Disclaimer

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with California State University, Sacramento. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current California State University, Sacramento employees who apply for the position.

COVID19 Vaccination Policy

Effective May 2023, per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, it is strongly recommended that all California State University, Sacramento employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications.

Out of State Employment

Sacramento State University, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees (up)on date of hire to reside in the State of California.

As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

Eligibility Verification

Candidate must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. California State University, Sacramento is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (ie. H-1-B Visa).

Note to Applicants:

Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview unless required by collective bargaining agreement.

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