University of San Francisco-posted 3 months ago
$115,000 - $134,000/Yr
Full-time • Mid Level

The Associate Athletic Director for Development will play an integral role at an exciting time in the university’s evolution and will be a critical leader in shaping efforts towards immediate revenue targets and long-term development capacity. As a collaborative leader and strong team player, the Associate Athletic Director for Development will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing the day-to-day activities of the Athletic Development team which consists of one Assistant Athletic Director for Development. The Associate Athletic Director for Development will work in close collaboration with colleagues in Development, the Athletic Department and any/all third-party 'Collectives' supporting USF Athletics as a special interest. Under the direction of the Senior Director, Major Gifts, the Associate Athletics Director for Development is responsible for the management of all advancement activities for the Department of Athletics. The position will provide strategic oversight to the following advancement programs for athletics: Annual Fund, Major Gifts, Principal Gifts, and Alumni Engagement. The position will manage and direct the fundraising activities including identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and proposal development and stewardship of donors capable of making gifts above $50,000 with a goal of $500,000 in year one and increasing thereafter. The successful candidate serves as the lead advancement officer for the Athletic operation during USF’s comprehensive campaign, with an emphasis on engaging donors around the department’s athletic campaign priorities.

  • Identifying, qualifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding a prospect and donor portfolio of 90-110 alumni, parents, and friends for endowed, capital, and planned gifts for athletics.
  • Developing new sources for fundraising and revenue, including increases in annual giving from current donors and prospects.
  • Working in a coordinated and collaborative effort with Development Staff regarding identification, cultivation, stewardship, and proposal development.
  • Establishing a five year strategy to substantially grow contributions at all levels and through all channels to the Department of Athletics.
  • Coordinating all development activity and communication with the Department of Athletics.
  • Staffing the volunteer AD’s Circle board and developing any necessary campaign committees for the Department of Athletics.
  • Managing and nurturing the Assistant Athletic Director for Development and the Athletics Development Intern.
  • Being a visible presence at USF Athletics by attending games and any pregame development events.
  • Educating and informing community members of existing opportunities to support USF Athletics through third-party 'Collectives'.
  • Undertaking special projects related to the campaign and development division as assigned by the Associate Vice President.
  • A minimum of a bachelor’s degree with a preference for candidates who have advanced degrees.
  • A minimum of 5 years of progressive and successful development experience in major gifts in the higher education arena of athletics.
  • Ability to understand the needs and interests of major/principal donors to develop relationships between them and the University.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, including demonstrated writing and editing skills in the preparation of proposals.
  • Stellar relationship-building skills and ability to build rapport with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Commitment to appropriate use of sensitive and confidential constituent data.
  • Excellent time management and follow up skills.
  • Ability to work well under deadlines and to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license.
  • Experience fundraising through a comprehensive campaign.
  • A passion for collegiate athletics and the ability to articulate the role that athletics plays at the university.
  • Ability to travel regionally and domestically.
  • Ability to work nights and weekends.
  • Salary Range: $115,000 - $134,000 annualized; commensurate with experience.
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