Job Description:

The Director of NIL Operations and Player Relations will be responsible for managing, and coordinating the Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) efforts for Fairfield men’s and women’s basketball student-athletes in compliance with NCAA regulations and institutional policies. This role will serve as the key liaison between the athletics department, university, third-party partners, and student-athletes to ensure NIL opportunities are maximized while maintaining integrity and compliance within the Division I athletics program.

Key Responsibilities:

NIL Strategy & Management:

• Develop, implement, and manage a comprehensive NIL strategy for student-athletes, focusing on opportunities that align with university values and athletics goals.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for student-athletes, coaches, and staff regarding NIL matters.

• Collaborate with the athletics compliance office to ensure adherence to NCAA rules, state laws, and university policies related to NIL including but not limited to CAPS and NIL Go etc. 

• Monitor NIL landscape to ensure Fairfield is on the forefront of change in an evolving landscape

• Track & Coordinate NIL Contract Fulfillment 

• Player Relations:

• Work with current basketball student-athletes on all contract related questions and NIL inquiries 

• Serve as a liaison to parents, student-athletes, coaches, and agents regarding institutional NIL contracts to streamline communication and support.

• Work with the current student-athletes to ensure up to date compliance with all paperwork necessary for execution of monthly contract payments.

Job Description:

The Director of NIL Operations and Player Relations will be responsible for managing, and coordinating the Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) efforts for Fairfield men’s and women’s basketball student-athletes in compliance with NCAA regulations and institutional policies. This role will serve as the key liaison between the athletics department, university, third-party partners, and student-athletes to ensure NIL opportunities are maximized while maintaining integrity and compliance within the Division I athletics program.

Key Responsibilities:

NIL Strategy & Management:

• Develop, implement, and manage a comprehensive NIL strategy for student-athletes, focusing on opportunities that align with university values and athletics goals.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for student-athletes, coaches, and staff regarding NIL matters.

• Collaborate with the athletics compliance office to ensure adherence to NCAA rules, state laws, and university policies related to NIL including but not limited to CAPS and NIL Go etc. 

• Monitor NIL landscape to ensure Fairfield is on the forefront of change in an evolving landscape

• Track & Coordinate NIL Contract Fulfillment 

• Player Relations:

• Work with current basketball student-athletes on all contract related questions and NIL inquiries 

• Serve as a liaison to parents, student-athletes, coaches, and agents regarding institutional NIL contracts to streamline communication and support.

• Work with the current student-athletes to ensure up to date compliance with all paperwork necessary for execution of monthly contract payments.

• Serve as an additional voice among the men’s and women’s basketball programs to help navigate transfer portal additions and recruitment signings.  

• Advanced Basketball Scouting and Recruiting:

•  Assist the men’s and women’s basketballs staff with monitoring recruiting trends, advanced scouting and transfer portal prospects to benefit each program

• Assist MBB/WBB Coaching Staff and Athletics Administration on management & forecasting of NIL / Revenue Sharing Annual Allocations 

• Assist with on campus recruiting visit efforts which includes the coordination of visits, meetings with athletics and university leadership and marketing materials

• Establish a comprehensive basketball analytics strategy to impact performance in partnership with the Dolan School of Business 

• Basketball Alumni Relations:

• Serve as a men’s and women’s basketball alumni ambassador and engagement contact 

• Focused on driving alumni event attendance, mentorship engagement, and philanthropic participation among former basketball student-athletes 

• Assist with outreach to basketball alumni, facilitate ticket requests, and drive increased monarch membership 

• Assist University Advancement & Athletics Leadership on the stewardship of donors to the Competitive Excellence Fund 

• Collaboration & Networking:

• Work closely with athletic department staff, athletics advancement, coaches, marketing, and external partners to create innovative NIL partnerships.

• Build relationships with agencies, marketers, influencers, and potential sponsors to create sustainable NIL opportunities for student-athletes.

• Partner with academic and career services departments to ensure NIL aligns with the academic priorities of student-athletes

• Other Duties as Assigned:

• Assist with special projects related to NIL and other strategic initiatives as needed

• Assist all varsity programs in the coordination and administration of NIL activities and agreements for current and prospective student-athletes as needed

• Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management, Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field (Master’s preferred).

• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in sports marketing, NIL, or athletic administration, preferably at the collegiate level.

• Strong understanding of NCAA regulations related to NIL and compliance requirements.

• Experience in building partnerships, contract negotiation, and working with third-party brands.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively educate and support student-athletes.

• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Knowledge of social media platforms and personal branding strategies.

• Passion for collegiate athletics and commitment to student-athletes’ success.

Category:

Athletics - Admin

Performs such other duties, responsibilities, and activities as required by supervisor and as departmental/University needs indicate. 
 

*Disclaimer

The above information indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain and should not be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, activities, and/or qualifications required or expected of employees assigned to this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change and new ones may be assigned at any time, with or without notice.

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