Be a Pirate!

East Carolina University (ECU) is consistently ranked among the nation’s top public universities for its commitment to research, innovation, social mobility, and public service. Classified as a R1 institution by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education, ECU is among the top 5% of research universities in the United States, an elite designation reflecting the highest levels of research activity, funding, and doctoral output.

Founded in 1907, ECU is a public, four-year university located in Greenville, N.C., which is widely regarded as the cultural, educational, economic, and medical hub of eastern North Carolina. Through education, research, healthcare, community engagement, athletics, cultural enrichment, and service, ECU enhances the quality of life for its students, the state and communities around the world. It is a great place to work, teach, and learn.

ECU’s commitment to impactful scholarship is further demonstrated through its repeated Carnegie Community Engagement Classification (2010, 2015, 2024), as well as its 2024 designation as a Carnegie Leadership for Public Purpose institution. These distinctions recognize the university’s leadership in translating research into meaningful community partnerships and measurable societal benefits.

The university supports its workforce through a wide range of professional development opportunities designed to foster career growth and skill advancement. Eligible employees also benefit from a comprehensive benefits package that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

The Athletics department mission is to represent East Carolina University with distinction and create a challenging and supportive environment for student-athletes to excel in the classroom, in competition and in life. We are committed to the highest standards of character, honesty, effort, and sportsmanship; respecting all people, their personal identities, differences, and beliefs; and providing a safe and equitable environment for student-athletes’ academic, athletic, and personal development. The highly visible athletics program is committed to NCAA compliance and comprehensive excellence, and to be trustworthy stewards of the aspirations of our student-athletes, the resources we manage, the reputation of our university, and our mission of service.

The Pirate Club (ECU Educational Foundation) serves as the official fundraising organization for East Carolina University Athletics. The Pirate Club supports student-athlete scholarships, facility enhancements, and programmatic needs while fostering strong relationships with alumni, donors, and fans.

This position provides executive-level leadership and administrative oversight of key operations and strategic initiatives within the Department of Athletics, including revenue generation, the ECU Educational Foundation (Pirate Club), ticket sales and operations, NIL revenue sharing, and assigned sports programs. Reporting to the Director of Athletics, this position serves as a member of the Executive Leadership Team and provides leadership in advancing departmental priorities, financial sustainability, external relations, and overall operational effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Administrative: Provides executive leadership and administrative oversight of the ECU Educational Foundation (Pirate Club), including fundraising, revenue generation, personnel management, ticket operations, external relations, and strategic athletics initiatives. (65%)

NIL Revenue Sharing and Pirate Club Revenue Generation: Assists with NIL revenue-sharing administration, including budgeting, forecasting, payment coordination, recordkeeping, and regulatory compliance, while supporting Pirate Club revenue-generation initiatives and identifying opportunities to maximize financial resources for student-athlete support. (15%)

Policy and Procedures: Provides leadership and support in the development and implementation of departmental policies, ensures compliance with university and NCAA regulations, and represents Athletics on university committees while fostering collaborative relationships with key stakeholders. (10%)

Sports Administration: Provides administrative oversight and leadership for assigned sports programs to support program operations and alignment with departmental goals and expectations. (10%)

Bachelor’s Degree from an appropriately accredited institution.

Minimum of 7 years administrative experience required, including administration of sports at the Division I level, or the professional level. (Institution, Conference, NCAA, Professional Sports )

Excellent written and oral communication skills with strong attention to detail required.

Sound working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations required.

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Master’s Degree preferred.

East Carolina University requires applicants to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. Candidates must also submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of three references, including contact information, online.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit the required documents, as requested. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.

Unless otherwise identified in the applicable job posting and consistent with University policy, the University will principally employ individuals who reside in the State of North Carolina to the greatest extent practicable. As such, most positions at East Carolina University require employees to live and work in North Carolina (or live within a reasonable daily commuting distance from their duty station) after hire. Candidates should be prepared to relocate within a reasonable, agreed-upon time after an offer of employment has been made and accepted to meet this requirement.

East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.