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Old Dominion University lists this Associate AD – Director of Athletic Development & Operations opportunity in norfolk, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
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Associate AD – Director of Athletic Development & Operations
Job Title
Job Title Associate AD – Director of Athletic Development & Operations
Department
Department ATHLETIC FUND RAISING
Position Number
Position Number GP179A
Location
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
Position Type FullTime
Type of Recruitment
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
Job Open Date 07/23/2026
Open Until Filled Yes
Application Review Date
Application Review Date 09/30/2026
Job Close Date
Criminal Background Check
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 .
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.
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Worksite address
norfolk, VA, 23500, US
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