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Lamar University, a public research university in Beaumont, Texas, sponsors international employees across faculty, research, and professional staff roles. Known for its commitment to academic excellence and workforce diversity, it has a consistent track record of supporting skilled workers through both temporary and permanent visa pathways.
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$58,739.00 - $76,361.00 Annually
Location
Beaumont, TX
Job Type
Full-Time Staff
Job Number
202600225
Home Org
Athletic Development
Opening Date
05/08/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Exempt
Job Summary
The Assistant Athletic Director for Strategic Partnerships reports directly to the Sr. Associate Athletic Director for Revenue Generation. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating the external affairs of the department of athletics with an emphasis on external partnerships. This position will work closely with other external initiatives, including the Cardinal Athletic Fund, marketing, media relations, and ticketing.
Essential Job Functions
Corporate Partnerships and Revenue Generation:
- Develop and implement the Athletics Corporate Partnership Program strategic plan.
- Manage existing sponsorships while identifying and securing new corporate partners.
- Oversee the tracking, evaluation, and fulfillment of sponsorship agreements.
Event and Game Day Operations:
- Coordinate all special athletic events.
- Provide direct support for game day operations, including suite management and sponsorship fulfillment.
Leadership and Collaboration:
- Serve on the senior leadership team and contribute to departmental strategy.
- Act as a sport administrator for assigned programs.
- Collaborate with ticketing, marketing, fundraising, licensing, and multimedia rights.
Compliance and Mission Alignment:
- Ensure all activities align with the mission and vision of the Cardinal Athletic Fund and Lamar University.
- Maintain compliance with NCAA, conference, and university policies.
- Carry out additional duties as assigned by the Athletic Director.
Minimum and Desired Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in a field relevant to the position summary and essential job functions.
- 1-3 years progressively increasing responsibility and experience working with external corporate partnerships in college or professional sports or equivalent.
Desired Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree preferred.
- 3+ years progressively increasing responsibility in external corporate partnerships in college or professional sports or equivalent.
Supplemental Information
Key Competencies:
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with various audiences.
- Proven track record in building and maintaining positive professional relationships with various corporate sponsors and stakeholders.
- Proven experience and success in finding innovative and creative opportunities to engage multiple constituencies.
- Demonstrated ability to develop corporate partnership strategies and plans, goal setting, monitoring, and follow-through effectively.
- Ability to work effectively with a variety of individuals and stakeholders and contribute to a collaborative professional environment.
Physical Requirements:
This position required sitting and standing for extended periods of time and lifting up to 25 pounds while performing the essential functions as described within the essential job functions.
Job Conditions:
Duties are typically performed within athletics facilities and other buildings or outdoors.
Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer
Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Salary
$58,739.00 - $76,361.00 Annually
Location
Beaumont, TX
Job Type
Full-Time Staff
Job Number
202600225
Home Org
Athletic Development
Opening Date
05/08/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Exempt
Job Summary
The Assistant Athletic Director for Strategic Partnerships reports directly to the Sr. Associate Athletic Director for Revenue Generation. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating the external affairs of the department of athletics with an emphasis on external partnerships. This position will work closely with other external initiatives, including the Cardinal Athletic Fund, marketing, media relations, and ticketing.
Essential Job Functions
Corporate Partnerships and Revenue Generation:
- Develop and implement the Athletics Corporate Partnership Program strategic plan.
- Manage existing sponsorships while identifying and securing new corporate partners.
- Oversee the tracking, evaluation, and fulfillment of sponsorship agreements.
Event and Game Day Operations:
- Coordinate all special athletic events.
- Provide direct support for game day operations, including suite management and sponsorship fulfillment.
Leadership and Collaboration:
- Serve on the senior leadership team and contribute to departmental strategy.
- Act as a sport administrator for assigned programs.
- Collaborate with ticketing, marketing, fundraising, licensing, and multimedia rights.
Compliance and Mission Alignment:
- Ensure all activities align with the mission and vision of the Cardinal Athletic Fund and Lamar University.
- Maintain compliance with NCAA, conference, and university policies.
- Carry out additional duties as assigned by the Athletic Director.
Minimum and Desired Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in a field relevant to the position summary and essential job functions.
- 1-3 years progressively increasing responsibility and experience working with external corporate partnerships in college or professional sports or equivalent.
Desired Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree preferred.
- 3+ years progressively increasing responsibility in external corporate partnerships in college or professional sports or equivalent.
Supplemental Information
Key Competencies:
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with various audiences.
- Proven track record in building and maintaining positive professional relationships with various corporate sponsors and stakeholders.
- Proven experience and success in finding innovative and creative opportunities to engage multiple constituencies.
- Demonstrated ability to develop corporate partnership strategies and plans, goal setting, monitoring, and follow-through effectively.
- Ability to work effectively with a variety of individuals and stakeholders and contribute to a collaborative professional environment.
Physical Requirements:
This position required sitting and standing for extended periods of time and lifting up to 25 pounds while performing the essential functions as described within the essential job functions.
Job Conditions:
Duties are typically performed within athletics facilities and other buildings or outdoors.
Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer
Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
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Target academic and research departments first
Lamar University's sponsorship activity concentrates in faculty and research-facing roles. Focus your search on departments aligned with your specialty field, these positions are most likely to support H-1B or Green Card sponsorship through established university processes.
Understand the university's hiring cycle
Higher education institutions like Lamar University follow academic hiring calendars. Faculty and staff roles are typically posted in fall and spring. Applying during these windows improves your chances of being considered before H-1B cap deadlines become a timing constraint.
Confirm OPT and CPT eligibility early
As a university employer, Lamar University regularly works with F-1 students through OPT and CPT arrangements. If you're currently on a student visa, clarify with HR whether your target role qualifies before submitting your application, not all positions are structured for practical training.
Highlight specialty occupation credentials clearly
H-1B sponsorship at universities requires the role to qualify as a specialty occupation. Emphasize your degree field's direct relevance to the position in your resume and cover letter. A clear degree-to-role connection strengthens both your application and any subsequent visa petition.
Ask about Green Card sponsorship timelines during offers
Lamar University has sponsored permanent residency for employees, typically through EB-2 or EB-3 categories. If long-term U.S. residency matters to you, raise this during the offer stage, universities often have legal counsel experienced with PERM labor certification processes.
Browse verified sponsoring employers before applying broadly
Not every university role comes with guaranteed sponsorship. Migrate Mate surfaces verified sponsors so you can filter by real sponsorship history, helping you focus your effort on Lamar University openings most likely to support your visa category.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Lamar University sponsor H-1B visas?
Yes, Lamar University sponsors H-1B visas. The university has a consistent pattern of filing H-1B petitions, primarily for faculty, research staff, and professional roles that qualify as specialty occupations. If you hold a relevant degree and are applying for a position that requires it, H-1B sponsorship is a realistic outcome at Lamar University.
What visa types does Lamar University sponsor?
Lamar University sponsors several visa categories, including H-1B for skilled workers, TN visas for eligible Canadian and Mexican nationals, and permanent residency through EB-2 and EB-3 pathways. The university also supports F-1 students through OPT and CPT programs, making it a versatile employer for international candidates at different career stages.
Which departments or roles at Lamar University are most likely to offer visa sponsorship?
Sponsorship at Lamar University is most common in academic and research departments, where faculty positions and specialized research roles regularly require candidates with advanced degrees. Engineering, sciences, and professional studies programs tend to hire internationally. Administrative and support roles are less frequently sponsored, though exceptions exist for highly specialized positions.
How do I time my application to Lamar University around H-1B deadlines?
USCIS opens H-1B registration in March each year, with an April 1 start date for cap-subject petitions. Lamar University follows the academic hiring calendar, so positions posted between September and February give the most lead time. Aim to have an offer in hand by February to allow the university's legal team to prepare your petition ahead of the registration window.
How do I find open roles at Lamar University that offer visa sponsorship?
Lamar University posts open positions through its own careers portal, but identifying which roles come with sponsorship support isn't always straightforward from a job listing alone. Migrate Mate aggregates roles from verified sponsoring employers, so you can browse Lamar University openings filtered by sponsorship history and visa type without sifting through listings that don't apply to your situation.