QUALIFICATION
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Salary Expectation
$70,000-$75,000/yr -
Years of Experience
5+ Years -
Work Type
Full-time
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SPORTS/DEPARTMENT
About This Role
K-State Athletics is seeking qualified applicants for an Assistant Athletics Director - Ticketing: Sales, Service & Strategy, which is a full-time, salaried, benefits eligible position.
An example of job responsibilities includes but is not limited to the following:
- Leads both the 'ticket sales & services office' and the 'ticket sales & strategies office' with a total of two directors, one assistant director, one account executive, one post-graduate intern, and multiple student and part-time staff.
- Responsible for all ticketing efforts for K-State Athletics' six ticketed sports and is the direct point of contact for football and men's basketball.
- Works in conjunction with other external units to develop and implement new ticketing and revenue strategies and programs, and develops ticket packages and pricing, bringing innovative ideas to generate revenue and increase attendance.
- Other duties as assigned
About Us
We are looking for applicants who want to become a member of our staff to help advance Ticket Sales, Service, and Strategy through hard work, knowledge, and dedication.
About This Role
K-State Athletics is seeking qualified applicants for an Assistant Athletics Director - Ticketing: Sales, Service & Strategy, which is a full-time, salaried, benefits eligible position.
An example of job responsibilities includes but is not limited to the following:
- Leads both the 'ticket sales & services office' and the 'ticket sales & strategies office' with a total of two directors, one assistant director, one account executive, one post-graduate intern, and multiple student and part-time staff.
- Responsible for all ticketing efforts for K-State Athletics' six ticketed sports and is the direct point of contact for football and men's basketball.
- Works in conjunction with other external units to develop and implement new ticketing and revenue strategies and programs, and develops ticket packages and pricing, bringing innovative ideas to generate revenue and increase attendance.
- Other duties as assigned
About Us
We are looking for applicants who want to become a member of our staff to help advance Ticket Sales, Service, and Strategy through hard work, knowledge, and dedication.
Our mission is to foster a culture in which our student-athletes have every opportunity to reach their maximum potential academically, athletically, mentally and socially while operating an organization that is anchored by a genuine commitment to K-State, our supporters and each other.
For more information on K-State Athletics, please visit www.kstatesports.com
For more information on Manhattan, KS and the University, please visit http://www.kstate.edu/hcs/jobs/
Worksite Description
This position is On-site.
What You'll Need to Succeed
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree
- 5 years of experience in collegiate sports ticketing and sales
- Experience with Paciolan
- Experience with Ballena
- Experience with secondary ticket partners
- Experience with dynamic pricing
- Proven revenue generation experience
- Strong organization and multi-tasking skills with an attention to detail
- Excellent written and communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience leading a ticket office at a Power 4 athletic department
- Experience hosting an NCAA post-season ticketed event
- Experience with bowl games
- Knowledge and oversight of budget
This position holds expectations of compliance with all NCAA, Big 12 Conference, Kansas State University and K-State Athletics, Inc. rules and regulations.
Sponsorship eligibility:
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, applicants must complete the online application and submit/upload following documents:
- Cover letter indicating your qualifications and interest for the position
- Resume that includes three professional references and their contact information (name, title, phone number, email address)
Application Window
Screening of applications begins immediately and continues until filled.
Anticipated Hiring Pay Range
$70,000 - $75,000
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision health plans
Retirement plan
Earned leave plan – vacation and sick
Term life insurance
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Long term disability insurance
Paid KSU designated holidays
Kansas State University External Relations 2025–2026
| Person | Role |
|---|---|
Joni Smoller |
Senior Associate AD for External Relations |
Kansas State University Ticketing 2025–2026
| Person | Role |
|---|---|
Reid Warfield |
Assistant AD for Ticket Sales & Services |
Tami Breymeyer |
Director of Licensing |
Madeline Menzie |
Director of Ticket Sales and Strategies |
Michael Murphy |
Director of Ticket Sales & Services |
Ben Cich |
Assistant Director of Ticket Sales and Services |
Kansas State University External Relations 2024–2025
| Person | Role |
|---|---|
Joni Smoller |
Senior Associate AD for External Relations |
Kansas State University Ticketing 2024–2025
| Person | Role |
|---|---|
Reid Warfield |
Assistant AD for Ticket Sales & Services |
Tami Breymeyer |
Director of Licensing |
Madeline Menzie |
Director of Ticket Sales and Strategies |
Michael Murphy |
Director of Ticket Sales & Services |
Ben Cich |
Assistant Director of Ticket Sales and Services |
Kansas State University External Relations 2023–2024
| Person | Role |
|---|---|
Joni Smoller |
Senior Associate AD for External Relations |
Kansas State University Ticketing 2023–2024
| Person | Role |
|---|---|
Reid Warfield |
Assistant AD for Ticket Operations |
|
Kimberly Pogue |
Senior Director of Ticket Sales and Strategies |
Tami Breymeyer |
Director of Licensing |
Michael Murphy |
Assistant Director of Ticket Sales & Services |
|
Lexie Rome |
Assistant Director of Ticket Sales & Services |