Director of Name, Image, & Likeness (NIL) Strategy Fresno State Athletic Corporation

Compensation and Benefits

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range:$5,546.67 per month

Director of Name, Image, & Likeness (NIL) Strategy Fresno State Athletic Corporation

Compensation and Benefits

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range:$5,546.67 per month

This is a full-time, exempt position.

Positions at Fresno State are to perform their work onsite. Some positions, depending upon University needs and operations, may be eligible for remote work, one day per week, pursuant to Fresno State's remote work guidelines and the CSU policy.

The Fresno State Athletic Corporation provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, participation in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), and sick and vacation time. A summary of benefit information can be found here (under Athletic Corporation header).Athletic Corporation employees are at-will.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Senior Associate Athletics Director for External Relations, the Director of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) Strategy will oversee, lead, and direct all aspects of department strategies and the implementation of NIL operations. The Director of Name, Image and Likeness Strategywill participate in the development of education and programming for both prospective and current student-athletes, coaches, and staff. This new position will be responsible for advancing Fresno State’s NIL efforts to ensure student-athletes, coaches, staff, and prospective students have the tools, education, and resources necessary to maximize opportunities and navigate this new space.

Key Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate, both written and orally, the application of regulations across a wide range of people and situations.
• Proficient knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of the latest NIL trends, including legislative advancements, and NCAA compliance regulations.
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations including Title IX requirements.
• Knowledge of principles of program planning and budget processes.
• Strict attention to detail
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrated ability to organize and plan work and projects.
• Ability to continually evaluate and recommend efficacy of systems.
• Analyze, interpret and communicate legislative rules.
• Strong interpersonal and influencing skills with ability to engage with different levels and communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing and prepare detailed written reports and correspondence.
• Exercise sound administrative judgment and initiative in the development of new methods and procedures and in the solution of difficult personnel problems.
• Reviews and evaluates program service delivery methods and systems to identify opportunities for improvement and changes to standard operating procedures.
• Ability to be responsive, innovative, results oriented and student centered regarding student advising, support services, academic and professional development resources, recruitment events and outreach activities.

To view the full list of qualifications and job responsibilities, please click the Position Description button above.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree and three years of relevant experience in student-athlete development, sports marketing, and/or compliance, or a combination of education and relevant work experience.
• Possession of these knowledge and abilities is typically demonstrated through the equivalent of three years of progressively responsible professional student services work experience.

Application Instructions

Applications received by February 14, 2024 will be given full consideration by the search committee.Applications received after that date will be forwarded at the request of the Hiring Manager and/or search committee.

Please click “Apply Now” to complete the employment application for California State University, Fresno. Interested applicants must complete the application and attach the following: 1) their most recent resumé/vitae, 2) a cover letter that addresses their specific qualifications and interest, and 3) contact information for three professional references.

Fresno State

California State University, Fresno is one of 23 campuses in the California State University System. The University's mission is to boldly educate and empower students for success through our values of Discovery, Diversity and Distinction. The current student population is more than 25,000, including a large percentage of students with diverse and culturally rich backgrounds. The University serves the San Joaquin Valley while maintaining deep involvement with the state, nation, and across the globe.

Metropolitan Fresno, with a multi-ethnic population of over 527,000, is located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley. The campus is within driving distance of Yosemite, Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks, San Francisco, Los Angeles, the Monterey Peninsula, beaches, sailing, lakes, and numerous ski resorts. Fresno boasts one of the most reasonable housing markets in California and offers a wide array of locally grown fruits and produce.

Equal Employment Opportunity Information

California State University, Fresno is committed to maintaining and implementing employment policies and procedures in compliance with applicable state and federal equal employment opportunity laws and regulations.Executive Orders 1096 and 1097 prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliationon the basis of a protected status: race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex (including gender identity), sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition and covered veteran status. Fresno State's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring, and retention. We are proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

COVID19 Vaccination Policy

Per theCSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, it is strongly recommended that all employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications. Questions may be sent tohr@csufresno.edu.

Supplemental Information

Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with California State University, Fresno. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Fresno State has identified as sensitive.

The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

This position may be a "designated position" under the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. This will require the filing of a Statement of Economic Interest on an annual basis and the completion of training within six (6) months of assuming office and every two (2) years thereafter.

Fresno State is a tobacco-free, smoke-free and vapor-free campus.

Fresno State is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions. (e.g. H1-B Visas)