Assistant Director of Development

Naval Academy Athletic Association; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Paid holidays

Paid vacation and sick days

Life/AD&D insurance

Job summary

The Naval Academy Athletic Association (NAAA) seeks an Assistant Director of Development to join the Athletic Development team in Annapolis, MD. This full-time role supports annual giving and capital campaigns, donor engagement, stewardship events, and communications.

The candidate will contribute to sport-specific fundraising initiatives and maintain excellent donor relations. With a Bachelor's degree and 1-3 years in advancement or related fields, you will work nights and weekends for events,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree (required).
• 1-3 years in annual giving, advancement, communication, event planning or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Support annual fundraising efforts and capital campaigns.
• Assist donor engagement, stewardship events, and donor communications.
• Help with sport-specific fundraising initiatives and special projects.
• Provide excellent customer service to donors, prospects, alumni, parents, and Navy Athletics supporters.
• Coordinate donor outreach, stewardship, cultivation, and solicitation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Teamwork

Night/weekend availability

Work ethic

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

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Assistant Director of Development

Athletic Development NAAA - FT 30 to 40 HRS Professional Annapolis, MD, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1218

The Naval Academy Athletic Association (NAAA), founded in 1891, is a nonprofit organization whose objective is to "promote, influence, and assist in financing the varsity athletic programs of the midshipmen of the United States Naval Academy" in accordance with the policy of the Superintendent of the Academy. Through an intercollegiate athletics program that is one of the largest in the country, every midshipman is afforded the opportunity to compete in athletics at the Division I level. The emphasis on physical fitness is borne out in the first line of the mission of the U.S. Naval Academy: To develop midshipmen morally, mentally and physically.

Summary

• Support the Athletic Development team's annual fundraising efforts in support of the Physical Mission and the upcoming U.S. Naval Academy capital campaign;
• Support annual fund initiatives for the Fund for Athletic Excellence through donor outreach, stewardship, cultivation, and solicitation;
• Assist with donor engagement and stewardship events, including the annual Army-Navy Football Game, Navy Football home games, Navy Lacrosse hospitality events, and other donor experiences;
• Develop and execute donor stewardship communications and initiatives;
• Assist with sport-specific fundraising initiatives and special projects;
• Provide superior customer service to donors, prospects, alumni, parents, and all Navy Athletics supporters;
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Experience, Education, & Certification(s)

• Bachelor's Degree;
• Minimum 1-3 years of full-time experience with annual giving, Advancement, communication, event planning, development assistance, or comparable experience; or combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Excellent organizational and communication skills, with strong attention to detail;
• Ability to build relationships and work effectively in a team setting;
• Ability to work nights and weekends for events throughout the year; and
• Have a strong work ethic while working in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Eligibility Requirements

• Must be eligible to work in the United States of America, without sponsorship.
• Must be eligible to work on a military installation, including a willingness to submit to a background screen.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.

Work Conditions/Physical Requirements

• This job operates in both a professional office environment and outside at sport-related events, including inclement weather
• This job requires flexibility and adaptability in schedule and the ability to perform job-related duties on short notice
• Sitting for extended periods (typically 6-8 hours per day)
• Occasional standing or walking (e.g., to retrieve files, go to meetings)
• Hand and finger dexterity (e.g., typing, using a mouse, handling paperwork)
• Repetitive hand and wrist movements (e.g., keyboarding, data entry)
• Visual acuity (e.g., reading screens, documents)
• Hearing ability (e.g., participating in phone calls, video conferences)
• Basic upper body movement (e.g., reaching for office supplies, opening drawers)
• Occasional bending or twisting (e.g., picking up items, adjusting seating)
• Cognitive focus and mental stamina (e.g., prolonged concentration on tasks)

Travel

• Travel to special events at neutral sites required (Army-Navy Football, Navy-Notre Dame Football, etc.).

The NAAA Featured Benefits

• Medical
• Vision
• Paid holidays
• Paid accrued vacation and sick days
• NAAA paid life/AD&D insurance

Pay Range

$55,000-$65,000

Disclaimer Statement

This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.