Senior Associate Athletics Director, Development

EXPIRED

Main Work Location: Stanford historic campus
Schedule: Hybrid (at least 2 days per week on site)

To Apply: Please submit a cover letter and résumé along with your online application.

Stanford University is seeking candidates for the Senior Associate Athletics Director, Development. The Senior Associate Athletics Director is a leader and fundraiser for the Department of Athletics, Physical Education and Recreation (DAPER) and works closely with the Executive Associate Athletics Director, Development to plan and implement the overall fundraising strategies and goals for the department. The Senior Associate Athletics Director, Development serves as a member of DAPER’s Leadership Team.
Stanford Athletics boasts a strong tradition of excellence - both in individual and team competition - and has earned Pac-12, Nor Cal, and Mountain Pacific Sports Federation championships, NCAA and national championships; and Olympic victories. The program has also earned more Directors' Cups than any other Division I athletics program in the country. At Stanford, uncompromising academic and athletic standards continue to complement each other, and succeeding as a student-athlete continues to facilitate succeeding as a scholar. To learn more about Stanford Athletics, please visit gostanford.com.

Main Work Location: Stanford historic campus
Schedule: Hybrid (at least 2 days per week on site)

To Apply: Please submit a cover letter and résumé along with your online application.

Stanford University is seeking candidates for the Senior Associate Athletics Director, Development. The Senior Associate Athletics Director is a leader and fundraiser for the Department of Athletics, Physical Education and Recreation (DAPER) and works closely with the Executive Associate Athletics Director, Development to plan and implement the overall fundraising strategies and goals for the department. The Senior Associate Athletics Director, Development serves as a member of DAPER’s Leadership Team.
Stanford Athletics boasts a strong tradition of excellence - both in individual and team competition - and has earned Pac-12, Nor Cal, and Mountain Pacific Sports Federation championships, NCAA and national championships; and Olympic victories. The program has also earned more Directors' Cups than any other Division I athletics program in the country. At Stanford, uncompromising academic and athletic standards continue to complement each other, and succeeding as a student-athlete continues to facilitate succeeding as a scholar. To learn more about Stanford Athletics, please visit gostanford.com.

Position Summary:
The Senior Associate Athletics Director, Development is responsible for managing and assessing a wide range of development programs and activities to achieve the fundraising goals of the department. These programs and activities include principal gifts, major gifts, and annual giving.

The Senior Associate Athletics Director, Development will work closely with the Executive Associate Athletics Director, Development to create and execute the department’s fundraising strategy and define specific gift opportunities. The Senior Associate Athletics Director, Development will have oversight of the major gifts and annual giving programs while also managing a portfolio of principal gift prospects. They will also work closely with DAPER administrators and coaches, volunteers, as well as OOD fundraising staff, to advance the fundraising initiatives of DAPER.

The ideal candidate will be a skilled collaborator and influencer with a strong professional presence and superior interpersonal skills. They will have a demonstrated background of building and supporting diverse teams and striving to ensure equity and inclusion within their teams. The Senior Associate Athletics Director, Development oversees a staff of about eight and interacts with DAPER staff and coaches, key volunteers, and managers. General management responsibilities include developing, implementing, and assessing short and long-range plans for major gift and annual giving programs while also coaching and leading the fundraising staff.

Stanford is committed to a donor-centric approach to development. Every member of the Office of Development staff plays a role in providing the university’s donors with the service and attention that ensures an exceptionally positive and fulfilling philanthropic experience. Stanford also believes that diversity and excellence go hand-in-hand and so hires individuals with a commitment to working effectively with colleagues and donors from diverse backgrounds.

In this role you will:

• Manage major gifts and annual giving programs.
• Plan and implement multiple fund-raising programs.
• Provide strategy, leadership and direction that have a broad scope and impact.
• Work closely with volunteers, including the Athletics Campaign Committee and the Stanford Athletics Board to develop goals and fundraising activities.
• Maintain a portfolio of high potential/high return donors
• Provide opportunities for professional growth focusing on retention to increase capacity and stability of the team.
• Inspire and motivate staff by fostering a work environment that encourages new ideas, risk-taking, team-based efforts, celebrating current achievements and setting/meeting philanthropic goals.
• Direct staff and provide leadership to achieve goals and vision of the organization. Responsible for hiring and retaining staff, career coaching, personal development for direct reports and accountable for the performance of employees.
• Demonstrate a commitment to promoting and supporting an environment of diversity and inclusion.
• Other duties as assigned

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Bachelor's degree and ten years of relevant experience and management experience, preferably in an educational institution or nonprofit or a combination of education and relevant experience.
• Demonstrated fundraising experience, sensitivity, and diplomacy.
• Excellent judgment, interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to lead and motivate others and earn the respect of associates at all levels.
• Strategic skills to craft and help implement fundraising plans.
• Demonstrated managerial talent in guiding major gifts and annual giving efforts.
• Customer service expertise serving administrators and coaches.
• Proven ability to meet fundraising goals with a strong track record in managing and balancing donor and coach relationships.
• Ability to manage a large number of fundraising activities simultaneously.
• Solid verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective management experience and excellent interpersonal skills; demonstrated experience recruiting, evaluating, mentoring, and placing staff.
• Demonstrated experience engaging and motivating groups of diverse individuals, including strong volunteer management skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Frequently perform desk-based computer tasks, sit, and use a telephone, stand/walk.
• Occasionally light/fine grasping, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds, writing by hand.
  

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• May require working flexible hours, including nights and weekends. Regular travel may be required.
  

WORK STANDARDS:

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu.

The expected pay range for this position is $195,000 – $255,000 per annum.

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.

At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/b...) provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.

Why Stanford is For You:
Stanford University is one of the world’s premier academic and research institutions, devoting tremendous intellectual and physical resources toward the betterment of humanity. As a major Bay Area employer, Stanford seeks people committed to excellence and to improving our world. In turn, the university is committed to supporting its employees as they develop their careers and enrich their lives. We believe Stanford’s future success will be shaped by the diverse perspectives, unique experiences, and inclusive culture of its community.

Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:

• Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
• A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
• A healthier you. Climb our rock wall, or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
• Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
• Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more!

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources by submitting a contact form.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Additional Information

• Schedule: Full-time
• Job Code: 4298
• Employee Status: Regular
• Grade: N
• Requisition ID: 103594
• Work Arrangement : Hybrid Eligible