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Job Description

Washington Athletics has an outstanding opportunity for an Associate Athletic Director for Football Administration to join their team.

Washington Athletics aims to inspire champions in competition and in the classroom. We exist to enrich the lives of students to positively impact our community and world for generations to come. Operating with the four core values of growth mindset, committed service, humility and grit, the Huskies choose to lead by example. All Husky Athletics staff make an IMPACT by committing to creating a purpose driven culture that impacts students and our greater community. We engage in GROWTH though dynamic conversations, embracing creativity, and recognizing that every challenge represents an opportunity to learn. We are a COMMUNITY who strive to create experiences for our stakeholders every single day. At our core is the belief that INCLUSION means creating spaces and places that reflect equity, advocacy and belonging for all.

With over 650 student-athletes participating in UW's 22 sports programs, the department of Intercollegiate Athletics is committed to providing student-athletes with the ability to compete for national and conference championships while working toward a degree from one of the world's leading public research universities.

The Associate Athletic Director for Football Administration serves as the administrator engaged in the oversight, management, and strategic direction of a Power Four football program. This role provides leadership across financial management, revenue sharing cap oversight, data and Name Image and Likeness (NIL) analytics, operational efficiency, and organizational effectiveness. The position functions as a key strategic partner to the Head Football Coach and athletic department executive leadership, ensuring the football program operates at the highest level of competitive, financial, and operational excellence.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Executive Football Administration:

• Provide day-to-day oversight of all administrative and operational aspects of the University of Washington (UW) football program.
• Serve as a principal liaison between the football program and the Athletic Director, Deputy Athletic Director/Chief Operating Officer, and athletic department senior leadership.
• Act as an administrative partner to the Head Football Coach, supporting strategic initiatives, operational execution, and both short and long-term program planning.
• Ensure alignment between football operations and institutional priorities, conference standards, and NCAA/Collegiate Sport Commission (CSC) regulations.

Revenue Sharing & Financial Leadership:

• Engage with revenue sharing cap management for the football program, including modeling, forecasting, monitoring, and reporting.
• Support development, management, and oversight of a multimillion-dollar football operating budget.
• Review, approve, and monitor football-related expenditures to ensure fiscal discipline, transparency, and compliance.
• Evaluate budgetary efficiency and return on investment across all football operations and support functions.

Data Analytics & NIL Strategy:

• Provide strategic oversight of data analytics initiatives supporting football operations, financial planning, and resource allocation.
• Support NIL analytics efforts, including tracking, valuation analysis, and reporting to support informed decision-making at the Power Four level.
• Collaborate with institutional partners and external stakeholders to integrate analytics into competitive and financial strategy.

Organizational Effectiveness & Operational Efficiency:

• Evaluate the organizational structure, staffing models, and performance of football staffing, operations and support units.
• Assess operational efficiency across all areas of the football program and recommend process improvements and structural enhancements.
• Conduct regular reviews of staffing organization, efficiency, and performance, providing actionable recommendations to leadership.

Oversight of Football Support Units:

• Provide evaluative oversight of key football support areas, including but not limited to:

- Strength and Conditioning

- Athletic Training / Sports Medicine

- Student-Athlete Development

• Partner with unit leadership to assess effectiveness, implement best practices, and ensure alignment with elite Power Four performance standards.
• Support an integrated, student-athlete-centered model that prioritizes health, development, and competitive success.

Strategic Reporting & Planning:

• Prepare comprehensive analyses, assessments, and strategic recommendations for the Athletic Director and Deputy Athletic Director/Chief Operating Officer.
• Support long-term football program strategy, including financial sustainability, staffing scalability, and competitive positioning.
• Anticipate and adapt to the evolving Power Four landscape, including changes in revenue sharing, NIL, and industry best practices.
• May oversee additional operations including camps, special events, and championships. Represent ICA as directed on NCAA, CSC, and Big Ten committees or working groups. Attend home and away football games and all required department functions.
• Perform related duties as required and assigned.

Required to sign non-disclosure agreement related to trade secrets and confidential information developed and wholly owned by the University of Washington and UW Football Program.

Compliance with the rules and regulations of the University, the NCAA, CSC, the Big Ten Conference, the State of Washington and any other governing body is of paramount importance to the University.

The overall responsibility of this position is for the successful operation of the program in full compliance with all such rules and regulations. As a condition of employment, the Employee shall be required to participate in rules education programs offered by the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree required. Minimum of 4 years of progressive leadership experience in athletic administration, football operations, or a closely related field.

Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.

Additional Requirements:

• Demonstrated experience managing large-scale budgets and complex financial models.
• Deep understanding of revenue sharing, NIL frameworks, and data analytics.
• Exceptional analytical, communication, and leadership skills.

DESIRED REQUIREMENTS

• Demonstrated administrative experience within a Big Ten Conference institution or comparable Power Four program with complex governance and operational structures.
• Knowledge of NCAA and Big Ten Conference policies, procedures, and governance, including financial reporting, compliance expectations, and football operations standards.
• Experience managing revenue sharing cap frameworks and complex football budgets at a Big Ten or equivalent Power Four scale.
• Experience leveraging data analytics to drive strategic decision-making in football operations, financial modeling, and resource allocation.
• Experience in NIL analytics, valuation modeling, and strategic alignment within a Big Ten football ecosystem.
• Experience collaborating with conference office leadership, institutional legal/compliance units, and external partners.
• Proven ability to work effectively with head coaches, executive leadership, and cross-functional teams in a high-pressure, high-visibility environment.
• Demonstrated success operating in a high-resource, high-visibility football environment with significant media, donor, and stakeholder engagement.

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About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives - on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.