Business Operations Assistant (part-time)

Job Description

SUMMARY: Queens University Athletics Department is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Business Operations Assistant to support our Business Operations and Corporate Sponsorship team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in assisting with various administrative and operational tasks essential for the smooth functioning of our athletic programs. This position offers valuable hands-on experience in sports management and administration within a collegiate athletics environment. This position allows for networking opportunities with athletics professionals and exposure to various facets of sports management and opportunities for professional development and mentorship from experienced athletics administrators.

This is a part-time, up to 20 hour per week position that reports to Senior Associate Athletic Director for Business Development and Sponsorship. This position is not exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is eligible to earn overtime pay or compensatory time off for additional hours worked. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include:

• Provide support in managing financial transactions and budget tracking for athletics programs.
• Assist with inventory management of athletic equipment and apparel.
• Coordinate logistics for athletic events, including scheduling, venue arrangements, and staffing.
• Assist with data entry, record-keeping, and database management related to athletics operations.
• Support the development and execution of marketing and promotional initiatives for athletic events and programs as it pertains to corporate sponsorships.
• Collaborate with other departments within the athletics program to ensure efficient communication and coordination of activities.
• Assist in coordinating travel arrangements and accommodation for athletic teams.
• Provide excellent customer service to athletes, coaches, staff, and external stakeholders.
• Receive and direct incoming calls to the Athletics Department, providing courteous and professional assistance to callers.

Non-Essential Duties

• Other duties and special projects may be assigned to meet department and university needs.

Qualifications

Experience, Knowledge & Skills Preferred

• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Excellent interpersonal communication (both oral and written), and customer service skills. 
• High level of initiative, resourcefulness, and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Strong knowledge and demonstrated experience using all Microsoft Office products.  
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Sports Management, or a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Prior experience in athletics administration or event management is preferred but not required.
• Passion for sports and a desire to pursue a career in collegiate athletics administration.

Application Process
Does this sound like a good fit? Click on the green “I’m interested” button and submit:

1. A cover letter addressing the position qualifications and experience
2. Current résumé
3. Salary requirements
4. Contact information for three professional references.

Applications received by January 3, 2025, will receive first consideration. Queens will continue to accept applications until the position is filled.

Additional Information

About Queens University of Charlotte

Located in the heart of the nation’s second fastest growing metropolitan area, Queens University of Charlotte leverages the city’s diverse and thriving environment as an extended classroom. Nationally recognized for undergraduate programs in international and interdisciplinary education, Queens blends the best of liberal arts learning with professional preparation and community engagement. Focused on supporting success for diverse learners, faculty build close and collaborative relationships with students and help them build intentional and individualized roadmaps for flourishing at Queens and beyond. At the graduate program level, the University offers innovative educational experiences that help learners advance professionally and retool for new opportunities. Our environs afford faculty myriad opportunities to advance their own professional growth and teaching and research interests by collaborating with vibrant industry, non-profit, and community organization sectors. 

Because of our history of innovation and our legacy of strong leadership, Queens is posi