Associate AD – Director of Athletic Development & Operations

Norfolk, VA

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Job Description

Posting Details

Job Title

Associate AD – Director of Athletic Development & Operations

Department

ATHLETIC FUND RAISING

Position Number

GP179A

Location

Norfolk, VA

Job Summary

The Associate AD – Director of Athletic Development & Operations will oversee the day-to-day operation of the athletic fundraising team including the planning, organization and implementation of the Athletic Annual Fund campaign, manages all aspects of communication, donor relations and stewardship, ticketing, including premium seating, re-seating, parking, hospitality and other donor benefits. This position will supervise the Director of Annual Fund and the Assistant Director of Athletic Donor Relations and Stewardship, and the Director of Premium Seating and Special Events. The Director will maintain a portfolio of annual and major gift donors and will oversee sport specific fundraising for assigned programs. Major gift fundraising will include endowments, capital, planned gifts and sport specific gifts. Annual fundraising will include unrestricted, sport-specific fundraising, revenue share and NIL.

Position Type

FullTime

Type of Recruitment

General Public

Minimum Qualifications

Ability to clearly and effectively communicate the athletic fundraising objectives to all constituents through personal visits, specific campaigns, and special events. Must maintain strong organizational skills. Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a team member. Must possess a strong work ethic and high integrity.
Master’s degree or Bachelor’s degree with experience equivalent to a Master’s degree.
Considerable progressively responsible experience within athletic development, including annual fund and ticketing.
Some experience with collegiate athletics.

Preferred Qualifications

Postgraduate degree in business administration or sports management preferred.
Some experience in fundraising preferred.

Conditions of Employment

n/a

Job Open Date

07/23/2026

Open Until Filled

Application Review Date

Job Close Date

08/06/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants / Additional Materials Required

n/a

Criminal Background Check

The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.

Department Information

Equity Statement

It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation Request

If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Division of Talent Management and Culture at (757)683-3141.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or © consistent with contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

ODU Statement

Old Dominion University, located in Norfolk, is Virginia’s forward-focused public doctoral research university with more than 23,000 students, a top R1 research ranking, rigorous academics, an energetic residential community and initiatives that contribute $2.6 billion annually to Virginia’s economy.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume

Cover Letter/Letter of Application

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Old Dominion University

Old Dominion University is Virginia's forward-focused research university with rigorous academics, an energetic residential community, entrepreneurial research and collaboration, and initiatives that contribute nearly $2.6 billion annually to Virginia's economy. Located along the Elizabeth River in Norfolk, Virginia, the ODU campus boasts state-of-the-art academic facilities, 14 residence halls and amenities such as the Student Recreation Center.Our Monarchs can choose from over 120 undergraduate programs, over 130 graduate programs at the master's, education specialist and doctoral levels and a wealth of certificate and professional development programs. They learn from experts in their chosen field, as our award-winning faculty bring their real-world expertise to classrooms that foster innovation and collaboration.Student success lives at the heart of the Monarch experience. Monarchs have full access to services such as academic advising, peer mentoring and subject-specific resource centers. The Learning Commons at Perry Library provides students with 24/5 study space, computing resources, teamwork spaces and even presentation practice rooms. Students can begin planning their future with our comprehensive career development services or forge their own path by engaging with the Strome Entrepreneurial Center.Visit campus, schedule a tour or attend an open house and explore all that Old Dominion University has to offer and become part of the Monarch Experience!

Founded in 1930

USA

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