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Associate Athletic Director for Advancement

Posting Details

Posting Details

Working Title Associate Athletic Director for Advancement
Position Number FA0160
Posting Number AP00495P
Type of Recruitment General Public
Is this position restricted? No
Work Location Radford
Division Central Administration-40
College/Unit Central Admin-Local Auxiliary-460
Department Athletics, University Advancement - 46038
Hours Per Week 40
Months Per Year 12
Academic or Calendar Year Academic Year
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
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Work Schedule

Normal Work Schedule
Some evenings and weekends required
Physical Demands
Posting Text

Contact Name for Applicant Sharon Ratcliffe
Contact Phone for Applicant (540) 831-6716
Education/experience
Advanced degree in related field or equivalent education and experience.
Job Summary
Radford University is seeking an experienced and dynamic professional for the position of Associate Athletics Director for Athletic Advancement. This key leadership role offers an exciting opportunity to drive fundraising efforts and strategic partnerships for Radford Athletics.

The Associate Athletics Director for Athletic Advancement will serve as the chief fundraising officer for Radford Athletics, acting as a strategic fundraising partner for the Vice President of Advancement and Alumni Relations and Director of Athletics.

Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Advancement with a dotted line to the Director of Athletics, this position emphasizes close collaboration with the athletics office.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Secure gifts to support the fundraising goals of Radford Athletics
  • Develop and implement strategies to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors
  • Create and execute a strategic plan to increase donations, generate interest, build engagement, and gain support from prospects
  • Focus on increasing annual unrestricted support, as well as capital and endowment gifts aligned with Radford Athletic priorities
  • Attend and support athletic programs and maintain a presence at community events
  • Provide support for the Athletic Foundation Board and recommend prospective members
  • Oversee the Director of the Highlander Club
Required Qualifications
· Proven tract record of exceeding established fundraising goals in athletics
· Exceptional written, oral and public speaking skills
· Ability to effectively relate to diverse audiences
· Proficiency in technology and data analysis
· Experience in higher education athletics advancement preferred
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated experience in athletics advancement in higher education setting.
Hiring Range Commensurate with experience
Posting Date 03/21/2025
Application Review Date 04/20/2025
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Employment Conditions Must have a criminal background check, Alternate work schedule - if other than M-F, 8-5 please describe below
Statement of Economic Interest is required Yes
Alternate work schedule
Evenings and weekend work
Required Licenses Must have valid driver's license
Describe other job related licenses and/or certifications
Equal Opportunity Statement

Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.
Clery Statement

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Radford University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years’ of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at Radford.edu/police. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the Radford University Police Department located at 810 East Main Street PO Box 6883, Radford, VA, 24142.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.
Quick Link for Internal Postings https://jobs.radford.edu/postings/15531

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