Associate Director of Fan Engagement in Riverside, California at
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Executive/Management University of California, Riverside Riverside, California, 92521, United States Posted on November 6, 2026 New job! Apply early to increase your chances of getting hired. Job Description Overview Job
ID 38016514
Category Athletics Organization Student Affairs Department Student Affairs Admin Dept Location Main Campus
- UCR Salary $58,800
- $101,220 Date Posted November 5, 2026 Application Deadline Open Until Filled Schedule 8AM
- 5PM Full/Part Time Full-time(100%) Level of Supervision General Supervision Personnel Program Code Professional & Support Staff Other Information Qualifies for
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No Position Information The Associate Director for Fan Engagement is a critical component of student success at UCR with a focus on developing and cultivating the on-campus fan experience for UCR. With a focus on students, the Associate Director will have a "fan-first" mentality via programming that creates a lively and energetic atmosphere for home games, building an authentic D1 experience for the campus community. The Associate Director is also responsible for the entire game day experience, including pre-shows, halftime programming, post-game events, and supervision of UCR Dance and Cheer Squads. Working collaboratively with campus marketing, the Associate Director will develop and maintain brand awareness for all teams and seek ways to empower fans to take part in UCR athletic programming, embracing creativity, risk-taking, and assessment to build a unique fan-first environment.
The full salary range for the Associate Director for Fan Engagement is $58,800.00
00 annually. However, the expected pay scale for this position is up to $72,000.00 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.
Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.
As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements. Requirements Educational Requirements Degree Requirement Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. Required Experience Requirements Experience Requirement Minimum of 4
- 7 years of experience Required Experience working within a complex University environment Preferred Major event management, including development of assessment, strategy and finances Preferred Understanding of current marketing strategies and trends Preferred Minimum Requirements Event management and program development Preferred Qualifications Supervisory and management skills D1 sports management and organizational structure knowledge Ability to understand and recognize marketing trends Financial management skills Understanding of student development and engagement theories Additional Information In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region.
The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel. UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud. UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings. UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility.
- U.S. News 2020 UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color. Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid.
- Business Insider 2019 Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation.
- Center for World University Rankings UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor. For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview Scan to Apply Just scan this QR code to apply from your phone. Fast Easy Apply on the go Scan to Apply Not ready to apply yet? Enter your email and we'll send you a reminder to come back and apply. Remind Me Later Explore Related Opportunities Actors, Producers, and Directors jobs near me in California Jobs near me in California Actors, Producers, and Directors jobs Job Location Riverside, California, 92521, United States Frequently asked questions about this position Similar Jobs In Riverside, California ETS Assistant Director University of California, Riverside Riverside, California Director of Photography Southwest Church Indian Wells, California Financial and Administrative Officer University of California, Riverside Riverside, California See Job Details