Assistant Director of Development - Athletics

Assistant Director of Development - Athletics

Benefits of working at VCU

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Job Code

15214

Recruitment Pool

All Applicants

Posting Number

req8197

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Assistant Director of Development - Athletics

Benefits of working at VCU

All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU’s robust benefits package that includes: comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave granted up front, generous tuition benefit, retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well-being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more. Learn more about VCU’s benefits here.

Job Code

15214

Recruitment Pool

All Applicants

Posting Number

req8197

Unit

Athletics MBU

Department

Athletics

Department Website Link

Location

VCU

Address

907 Floyd Ave, Richmond, VA 23284 USA

Duties & Responsibilities

Ready to make an impact? We are seeking a strategic and relationship-driven professional to assist fundraising initiatives and strengthen donor and alumni relations in support of our athletic development programs.

 

Summary:

The Assistant Director of Development is instrumental in advancing the mission of VCU Athletics by supporting the growth of the RAM Athletic Fund and increasing donor engagement. Reporting to the Sr. Associate AD for Development, the role will create and execute communications, events, and outreach initiatives that identify, cultivate, steward and engage donors, alumni and stakeholders who support the achievement of VCU student-athletes. The Assistant Director assists in developing donor communications, such as newsletters, web content, impact reports, and event invitations, and coordinates and manages special events such as donor receptions, game-day hospitality, and recognition ceremonies. An important aspect of the position is stewarding and developing relationships with donors and stakeholders through regular contact and one-on-one stewardship. In addition, the Assistant Director of Development provides operations and administration assistance in ensuring that development work is efficiently monitored, assessed, and rolled out in collaboration with the Athletic Development team so that strategies are aligned with fundraising objectives as well as providing a better donor experience.

Typical Duties

• Develop and implement effective communication strategies;
• Assist in developing the annual fund for the Department of Athletics including all restricted and unrestricted giving to the RAM Athletic Fund;
• Manage a hand-selected portfolio of donors that are key supporters to the RAM Athletic Fund and have the capacity to give at the $1,000+ gift level;
• Develop stewardship plans to engage and grow donors and donor base;
• Plan and manage all special events for the department to increase donor base;
• Assist with management and oversight of RAM Athletic Fund Board;
• Manage gift processing;
• Organize logistics and staffing plan to manage gameday donor related hospitality engagement;
• Manage 2-3 Graduate Assistants each academic year;
• Representation at numerous external functions, home and away athletic contests, donor trips, and university functions as needed;
• Other duties as assigned.

NOTE TO APPLICANTS - VCU is transitioning to a new applicant tracking system beginning October 1, 2025. If you apply before that date, you may be asked to resubmit your application in the new system after the system is live. Clear instructions will be provided at that time. We appreciate your understanding during this transition and look forward to reviewing your application. 

Qualifications

 

Minimum Qualifications

 

• Graduate degree in communications, marketing, or related field or an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills and experience;
• Two or more years of successful experience in higher education development office administration, preferably in the area of annual giving, stewardship and alumni relations

FLSA

University Employee

Job FTE

1

Exemption Status

Exempt

Restricted Position

No

E-Class

UF - University Employee FT

Job Category

University Employee

ORP Eligible

No

Salary Range

$47,300

Compensation Type

Salaried

Target Hire Date

10/10/2025

Contact Information for Candidates

Joe Manhertz
manhertzj@vcu.edu

Documents Needed to Apply

Cover letter, resume, references

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