Senior Vice President of Championships

Job Title:  Senior Vice President of Championships

Job Function: The Senior Vice President of Championships will assess, develop, activate and oversee the direction, operation and management of 84 NCAA Championships across all three divisions. This position is responsible for anticipating and maintaining a vision for future championship needs and for recommending strategies, priorities, and projects that will best achieve the NCAA’s strategic goals and objectives.

Job Responsibilities      

• Provide strategic direction to NCAA championships which enrich the student athlete and student-athlete experience.
• Creatively and effectively integrate the student athlete championship with the overall higher education experience.
• Develop innovative approaches with internal and external constituents to promote championships.
• Work with media partners to enhance the exposure of all NCAA championships.
• Employ approaches that leverage the strengths of existing championships as well as explore new opportunities to increase revenues and reduce expenses.
• Oversee and direct championships staff in the role of the championships administration, event management, financial management and staffing.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships through effective communication with internal and external constraints.
• Oversee Playing Rules Committees for 17 championships and interpreters for 7 championships.  
• Oversee the Playing Rules Oversight Panel for 78 sport Committees, DII and DIII Championship Committees, DI Competition Oversight Committee and DI Football Oversight Committee.
• Oversee and direct championships staff in the role of officiating development. Team with the SVP of Basketball to enhance championships operations and the student athlete experience by identifying and leveraging best practices.
• Develop performance metrics to measure success of group initiatives and utilize these metrics to ensure continuous improvement of the department.
• Serve as a member of the Senior Management Team and President Cabinet.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements          

• Education Required  Bachelor's degree required; Advanced degree preferred.

• A minimum of ten years of progressive experience in managing and leading professional or collegiate sport events and ability to demonstrate excellent performance results.
• Strong initiative and leadership skills while possessing the ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to be a dynamic visionary and strategic thinker, and highly proficient as a change agent.
• Candidate must be willing to relocate to Indianapolis, Indiana.

• Estimated Travel Required <50%

• This position will be based out of the national office in Indianapolis, Indiana.  Current work environment is hybrid; 2 days in the office and 3 days are remote.

Key Competencies

• Effective Communication: Can exchange ideas, thoughts, opinions, knowledge, and data so that the message is understood with clarity and purpose.
• Strategic Partnering: Develops networks and builds alliances; collaborates across boundaries to build strategic relationships and achieve common goals.
• Executive Presence: Has the ability to inspire others to be assertive in their roles through the consistent demonstration of confidence and clear leadership, has self-awareness and the ability to present oneself in a disciplined yet engaging manner.
• External Awareness: Understands and keeps up to date on local, national, and international policies and trends that impact the association and shapes stakeholders’ views; is aware of the association’s impact on the external environment.
• Drives Vision and Purpose: Communicates a compelling picture of the vision and strategy that motivates others to action by: Talking about future possibilities in a positive way. Creating milestones and symbolizing support behind the vision. Showing personal commitment to the vision.

Core Values         

• Leadership | We actively listen and continually strive to provide vital solutions, counsel and advocacy for student-athletes and intercollegiate athletics.
• Inclusion | We seek and incorporate different perspectives and experiences to drive innovation and impact.
• Communication | We commit to an environment of openness to build trust and make timely decisions.
• Collaboration| We work together, based on mutual respect, to lead and serve our stakeholders.
• Accountability | We take ownership for our actions and results to add value every day.