What are the responsibilities and job description for the Managing Director, Business of Sports Institute, Texas McCombs position at The University of Texas at Austin?
Job Posting Title:
Managing Director, Business of Sports Institute, Texas McCombs
Department of Management
All Applicants
40
Exempt
Immediately
Expected to Continue
UT MAIN CAMPUS
General Notes
Texas McCombs is a top business school at the center of one of the most innovative cities in the U.S. The McCombs community champions hands-on experiences alongside the ground-breaking research and thought-leadership of a world-class faculty. The collaborative spirit and enterprising drive of the Longhorn alumni network, one of the largest university networks in the world, is embedded in our culture, making us human-centered and future-focused in all our endeavors. We are shaping those who will shape tomorrow, and solving challenging problems while remaining committed to creating a community that is dynamic, supportive, and challenging. What starts here really does change the world.
For more information about Texas McCombs please visit: https://www.mccombs.utexas.edu
Purpose
The Managing Director of the Business of Sports Institute (BOSI) provides strategic, operational, and external-facing leadership for the Institute. The Managing Director oversees internal staff, manages relationships with BOSI leadership and supporters, and advances BOSI’s mission to serve McCombs and the broader UT community as one of the nation’s leading platforms for sports business education, research, and industry engagement. Key activities include producing the annual BOSI Symposium, managing an advisory council of 30 members, coordinating research collaborations with UT Athletics, and supporting student programs across undergraduate and graduate levels.
Responsibilities
Operations & Strategic Leadership
Preferred Qualifications
Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.
Employment Eligibility:
Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.
Retirement Plan Eligibility:
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
Background Checks:
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Pay Transparency:
The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
Employment Eligibility Verification:
If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.
The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:
Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.
The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.
Managing Director, Business of Sports Institute, Texas McCombs
Department of Management
All Applicants
40
Exempt
Immediately
Expected to Continue
UT MAIN CAMPUS
General Notes
Texas McCombs is a top business school at the center of one of the most innovative cities in the U.S. The McCombs community champions hands-on experiences alongside the ground-breaking research and thought-leadership of a world-class faculty. The collaborative spirit and enterprising drive of the Longhorn alumni network, one of the largest university networks in the world, is embedded in our culture, making us human-centered and future-focused in all our endeavors. We are shaping those who will shape tomorrow, and solving challenging problems while remaining committed to creating a community that is dynamic, supportive, and challenging. What starts here really does change the world.
For more information about Texas McCombs please visit: https://www.mccombs.utexas.edu
Purpose
The Managing Director of the Business of Sports Institute (BOSI) provides strategic, operational, and external-facing leadership for the Institute. The Managing Director oversees internal staff, manages relationships with BOSI leadership and supporters, and advances BOSI’s mission to serve McCombs and the broader UT community as one of the nation’s leading platforms for sports business education, research, and industry engagement. Key activities include producing the annual BOSI Symposium, managing an advisory council of 30 members, coordinating research collaborations with UT Athletics, and supporting student programs across undergraduate and graduate levels.
Responsibilities
Operations & Strategic Leadership
- Lead the day-to-day operations of BOSI, partnering with the Executive Director and Institute staff to plan board meetings, the Business of Sports Summit, and other BOSI events.
- Manage committees supporting BOSI activities, including symposium planning, alumni engagement, student programming, communications, and external partnerships.
- Develop and implement marketing, communications, and social media strategies to enhance BOSI’s visibility and influence.
- Provide strategic guidance to faculty, staff, and board members on long-term goals, growth opportunities, and Institute direction.
- Oversee the annual budget, ensuring financial goals are met and revenue opportunities are maximized.
- Lead the preparation of annual reports, quarterly newsletters, and monthly social media calendars.
- Supervise BOSI staff, Supervise BOSI staff, assign work, and establish expectations and performance standards for team members.
- Create, implement, and oversee a comprehensive fundraising and alumni engagement strategy in support of BOSI’s strategic priorities.
- Collaborate with McCombs Development, University Development, and other UT partners to coordinate development activities and advancement initiatives.
- Manage BOSI advisory councils, including the Executive Council, Advisory Council, and Associate Advisory Council; recruit new members and design meaningful engagement opportunities.
- Cultivate and steward donor relationships through in-person meetings, calls, events, and ongoing communication.
- Secure funding for major BOSI activities, including the annual symposium, student programming, research initiatives, treks, networking events, and other flagship programs.
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including major donors, industry leaders, alumni, and campus partners, to elevate BOSI’s reputation and influence.
- Stay actively engaged with trends in the sports industry, sports analytics, higher-education best practices, and relevant policy developments to position BOSI as a national leader in sports business thought leadership.
- Bachelor’s degree and at least 7 years of experience in client engagement, relationship management, team leadership, project management, or business planning within higher education or the corporate sector.
- Demonstrated ability to think strategically and drive organizational growth
- Proven success managing multiple projects and deadlines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex issues to varied audiences.
- Flexibility and the ability to navigate a large, matrixed organization.
- Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and comfort learning new technologies
- Previous experience writing gift proposals and/or grants
Preferred Qualifications
- Relevant graduate degree.
- Experience in the sports or entertainment industry.
- Experience planning large-scale events, workshops, or student programs.
- Experience managing and supervising staff.
- Experience in fundraising, donor relations, or external partnership management.
- Familiarity with University of Texas policies, procedures, and administrative systems.
- $110,000 - $120,000 depending on qualifications
- Works in standard office conditions with repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.
- Evening and weekend hours may be required during peak periods and special events.
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States. This position is not eligible for sponsorship of work visas.
- This is an Austin, TX-based position.
- Resume/CV
- 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
- Letter of interest
Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.
Employment Eligibility:
Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.
Retirement Plan Eligibility:
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
Background Checks:
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Pay Transparency:
The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
Employment Eligibility Verification:
If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.
The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:
- E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
- Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
- Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]
Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.
The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.
Salary : $110,000 - $120,000