Rodeo Operations Coordinator

Position Summary:
 Under the direction of the Rodeo Head Coach, manages the promotion, fundraising and sponsorships of the NIRA Rodeo program. This role will also work closely with and have a dotted line report to the Vice President of Advancement and Public Relations (VPAPR).

Duties and Responsibilities:
 

• In coordination with the VPAPR and the Head Coach of Rodeo, develop engagement and fund-raising strategies into cases for support for ENMU Rodeo
• Identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit and steward potential sponsors and donors
• Develop sponsorship and donor proposals and packages 
• Working with University Communications, brand and promote ENMU Rodeo to potential sponsors/donors, prospective student athletes, and the general public
• Showcase the talent of ENMU Rodeo
• Act as a member of the advancement team while being focused on the strategic advancement of Rodeo
• Perform other related duties as assigned. 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent 
• At least one year of related experience required
• A valid New Mexico Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment is also required, as well as the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle in all kinds of weather and road conditions

• Strong interpersonal, communication and leadership skills and the ability to work effectively with various groups and student athletes.
• In-depth knowledge of applicable sports and playing rules.
• Knowledge of recruitment and retention of student-athletes.

Physical Demand and Working Conditions:
 

• Work environment involves exposure to physical risks such as operating dangerous equipment or working with chemicals
• Work may involve exposure to unusual elements such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises
• Work is active in nature that at times requires exerting up to 75 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects

Additional Information
Application Review Date: Open Until Filled
Condition of Employment: Must pass a pre-employment background check.
Electronic Application Instructions: Electronic applications should be submitted through the "Apply" link on the top of this page. Please attach the following required documents to your electronic application:  
Required Documents:
Please ensure that you attach all required documents even if you have applied for other positions at ENMU as the committee does not have access to those records.       
 Letter of interest      
 Resume      
 Contact information for three references (Blind reference calls may be made on applicants who become a finalist for the position)      
 Transcripts (unofficial for application purposes)
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