Deputy Director of Athletics for Internal Operations

Eastern New Mexico University

Portales, NM

Posted Date: Oct 02, 2025

QUALIFICATION

  • Salary Expectation
    Unknown
  • Years of Experience
    5+ Years
  • Work Type
    Full-time

ABOUT PROGRAM

Athletic Director
Conference
Lone Star (DII)
About the Job
Job Description

Position Overview

Position Summary

This position reports directly to the Director of Athletics and oversees the operation of the internal aspects of our athletics department at ENMU. This includes directly overseeing team services such as compliance, budgeting, equipment and supplies, team transportation and travel needs, team apparel services contract and fulfillment, strength and conditioning department, athletic training, camp scheduling and promotion, and all Lone Star Conference team-related requirements. The Deputy will also directly supervise select staff as determined by the Director of Athletics. This position will serve as a sport administrator for no less than two sports to be determined by the Director of Athletics. Also includes supporting facility operations and game management departments as needed.

Requirements

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Serve as the second highest administrator in the ENMU Athletics Department and will act as the leader of the department in the absence of the Director of Athletics.
  • Serve as a member of the athletic department administrative staff and senior management team . Maintain consistent communication with all administrative staff and sport coaches to provide optimal environment for sport team success.
  • Collaborate with the Director of Athletics, the Athletics Business Coordinator, Head Coaches and other departmental leaders to assess budgetary needs and create an annual budget for review and approval by institutional leadership.
  • Provide leadership and oversight of staff, including assigning and monitoring work, coaching and evaluating performance, supporting professional development, and ensuring compliance with university and departmental policies and goals.
  • Collaborate with the Director of Athletics, the Athletics Business Coordinator, Head Coaches, other departmental leaders and the institution’s business office to develop effective budget monitoring process for expenditures and revenue throughout the fiscal year.
  • Oversee all aspects of team equipment and supplies. This includes all individual team equipment and apparel budgets, ordering, and planning within the overall budget and needs. Working with our vendor and apparel company to ensure optimal efficiency.
  • Serve as the primary liaison with Adidas/Game One or the department’s contracted apparel vendor.
Department History

Eastern New Mexico University Event Management/Game Day Operations 2025–2026

Person Role

Kelly Higgins

Associate Athletic Director - Facilities and Operations

Eastern New Mexico University Facilities 2025–2026

Person Role

Kelly Higgins

Associate Athletic Director - Facilities and Operations

Eastern New Mexico University Event Management/Game Day Operations 2024–2025

Person Role

Kelly Higgins

Associate Athletic Director - Facilities and Operations

Eastern New Mexico University Facilities 2024–2025

Person Role

Kelly Higgins

Associate Athletic Director - Facilities and Operations

Eastern New Mexico University Event Management/Game Day Operations 2023–2024

Person Role

Kelly Higgins

Associate Athletic Director - Facilities and Operations

Eastern New Mexico University Facilities 2023–2024

Person Role

Kelly Higgins

Associate Athletic Director - Facilities and Operations

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