Department Code
34203-7032
Department
‘Cuse Athletics Fund
Job Title
Assistant Athletic Director of Development
Commitment to On-Campus Experience
Syracuse University is committed to delivering an exceptional student experience through vibrant, engaged campus communities. This position is based at the above campus location and requires regular in-person presence to support our students, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to our thriving academic environment. Syracuse University values the collaboration, mentorship, and spontaneous connections that happen when our community works together on campus. Remote work arrangements are limited in accordance with University policy.
Pay Range
$90,000 - $100,000
Pay Determination
Pay rates at Syracuse University are based on a combination of factors including, but not limited to, the job responsibilities; the candidate’s education, training, work experience and key competencies; the university’s strategic priorities; internal peer equity; applicable federal, state, local laws, grant funding and contractual requisites; and external market analyses.
Hours
Standard University business hours
8:30am – 5:00pm (academic year)
8:00am – 4:30pm (summer)
Hours may vary based on operational needs.
Unionized Position Code
Not Applicable
Job Description
Reporting to the Sr. Associate Athletic Director for Development, the Assistant Athletic Director for Development serves in a leadership role to provide strategic leadership for Syracuse Athletics’ major gifts programs, pipeline development and gift-in kind operations. The role will also lead annual fundraising strategies for specific sport programs and lead the stewardship initiatives of the Legends Society donors. Manage a portfolio of 150 leadership and annual gift donors The individual is responsible for cultivating, soliciting, closing and stewarding major and principal gift level donors with an emphasis on gifts over $100,000 or more.
Education and Experience
- A bachelor’s degree is required. A master’s degree and/or equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in fundraising, donor relations, event management, and/or advancement operations
Skills and Knowledge
- Demonstrated experience in building, managing and implementing comprehensive annual fundraising plans.
- Strong project management skills with ability to manage multiple complex initiatives simultaneously.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to interact effectively with donors, volunteers, coaches, and senior administrators.
- Experience working with CRM/fundraising databases (Salesforce, Blackbaud, or similar platforms)
- A valid Driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle is required.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays, as required by event schedules and athletics competitions.
- Strong verbal and written communications skills, ability to problem solve and lead teams, along with strong work ethic, reliability, and ability to keep confidential information as well as maintain professional code of conduct.
- Well-developed interpersonal skills necessary to build relationships with volunteer leaders and campus partners.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality of event logistics, participants and security planning as required.
Responsibilities
- Manage a portfolio of 150 leadership and annual gift donors. Conduct a minimum of 150 face-to-face visits focused on identifying and moving potential major donors to gift discussions and solicitations.
- Lead fundraising efforts in key regions, while growing our major giving pipeline within Central New York through the creation of salon events, along with utilizing suite and courtside assets. Coordinate all aspects of major giving, including but not limited to, staff management, campaign strategy, marketing and communications, stewardship, and prospecting.
- Partner closely with various units and teams within University advancement and external affairs to ensure major gift operations are being run effectively and collaboratively. Utilize database of record (CITRUS) to update strategic plans and opportunities, interactions, outcomes and next steps.
- Contribute to research and accuracy of corporate / alumni records.
- Oversee, direct and implement fundraising and/or operational strategies for the following initiatives: Women’s Basketball, Volleyball, Field Hockey, Track & Field/Cross Country, Women’s Lacrosse and their alumni, Gift-in-Kind programs including Air Orange, Legends Society membership and stewardship, `Cuse Athletics Fund (CAF) Benefits program, CAF Liaison program with specific focus to enhance the operations to support head coaches and programs.
- Work as a development liaison for selected programs, work in partnership with `CAF leadership on all aspect of the Legends Society, gift-in kind, endowments, planned giving and 3rd party marketing agency initiatives.
- Attend and provide execution of all game day fundraising and stewardship activities at home and selected away games, including pre-game, postseason and CAF/Athletics special events. Demonstrate and maintain a culture of NCAA and ACC rules compliance.
- Work in collaboration with other athletic department staff, including the Athletic Director, coaches, and central University colleagues to set priorities and devise fundraising strategies, programs, and events.
Physical Requirements
N/A
Application Instructions
In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover letter.
About Syracuse University
Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and over 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.
The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs offered across the University’s 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.syracuse.edu.
About the Syracuse area
Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.
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