Associate/Assistant Athletic Director of Development

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Position Title

Associate/Assistant Athletic Director of Development

Location

Boone, NC

Faculty Rank

No

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Posting Details

Request to Recruit

Position Title

Associate/Assistant Athletic Director of Development

Location

Boone, NC

Faculty Rank

No

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Position Number

046121

Department

Yosef Club - 555010

Position Summary Information

| Primary Purpose |
The athletic program at Appalachian State University operates on the premise that intercollegiate athletics is an integral part of the institution’s overall program of education. | | Minimum Qualifications |
The chosen finalist will be hired for one of the following two roles, based on their qualifications and experience.  Please read carefully to make sure you meet the minimum qualifications.

Assistant Athletic Drector:
Bachelor’s degree from four-year accredited college or university required. Minimum three years experience in fundraising or a closely related/comparable field. Defined success in sales, philanthropic fundraising and project management. Experienced relationship builder with excellence communication skills-and the ability to be responsive, resourceful and relationship-oriented. Background in higher education and athletic department operations. Knowledge of computer systems for prospect, donor, and ticketing management. Ability to work evenings and weekends with willingness to travel.

Associate Athletic Director:
Bachelor’s degree from four-year accredited college or university required. Minimum four/five years+ experience in fundraising or a closely related/comparable field. Extensive experience and success in sales, philanthropic fundraising and project management. Experienced relationship builder with excellence communication skills-and the ability to be responsive, resourceful and relationship-oriented. Background in higher education and athletic department operations. Knowledge of computer systems for prospect, donor, and ticketing management. Ability to work evenings and weekends with willingness to travel. | | License/Certification Required | | | Preferred Qualifications |
Master’s Degree preferred. | | Essential Duties and Responsibilities |
Essential Duties:
Major Gift fundraiser.

• Fundraising and philanthropic efforts to include
• Travel required for donor stewardship
• Reach defined fundraising goals in dollars and members as set by senior level administration
• Solicitation of constituents for major gifts and benefit fulfillment to active donors and prospects
• Work off assigned prospect list to evaluate, cultivate, solicit and steward donor
• Use data and prospecting tools to find new constituents interested in Appalachian State athletics
• Add value to the overarching athletic development unit to successfully reach and grow financial and membership goals on an annual basis
• Game day responsibilities and coordination
• Donor/Prospect management reports
• Athletic Development strategic planning support
• Cultivate leadership donors / prospects and solicit their support
• Work with sports programs and head coaches to ensure fundraising initiatives are successful

| | Type of Position | Full Time Position | | Staff/Non-Faculty | Staff/Non-Faculty | | VISA Sponsorship? | VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S. | | Appointment Type | 1.0 | | Work Schedule/Hours | Varies | | Number of Hours Per Week | 40+ | | Number of Months Per Year | 12 | | Mandatory Staff | No | | Suggested Salary Range | $60,000 -$80,000 (Commensurate with experience) | | Physical Demands of Position |
Must be able to travel |

Posting Details Information

| Posting Date | 04/10/2026 | | Closing Date | 04/26/2026 | | Open Until Filled | No | | Evaluation of Applications Begins | 04/26/2026 | | Proposed Date of Hire | | | Special Instructions to Applicants |
The chosen finalist will be hired for one of two roles, based on their qualifications and experience.  Please read carefully to make sure you meet the minimum qualifications.

Please attach required document:

• Resume

Attach optional documents:

• Cover Letter
• List of References or provide a minimum of 3 professional references in the application.

| | Search Chair Name | Erika Cheung | | Search Chair Email | cheungee@appstate.edu | | Quick Link | https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/post... | | Posting Number | 201501760P |

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume

Optional Documents 1. Cover Letter / Letter of Interest 2. List of References with Contact Information

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