Assistant Vice Chancellor for Strategic Development and Athletic Partnerships

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Life Insurance

Retirement Programs

Paid Tuition Program

Dependent Scholarships

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Annual Leave

Sick Leave

13 Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

University of South Carolina Upstate seeks an Assistant Vice Chancellor for Strategic Development and Athletic Partnerships to lead fundraising strategy, corporate partnerships, sponsorships, and NIL development for intercollegiate athletics and institutional priorities.

Reporting to the Vice Chancellor for University Advancement, the role oversees revenue-growth, guides two Directors of Development, and builds long-term relationships with donors, alumni, businesses, and campus partners.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of fundraising, major gift development, sponsorships and donor stewardship.
• Ability to lead staff, develop revenue strategies, and communicate with executives.
• Experience with NIL-related initiatives and advancement systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead revenue-development strategy for athletics and institutional priorities.
• Supervise two Directors of Development and manage donor relationships.
• Represent USC Upstate in partnerships with donors, alumni, businesses, and campus partners.

Skills

Fundraising

Major gifts

Sponsorships

Donor stewardship

Executive communication

Cross-functional leadership

Regulatory awareness

Education

Master's degree

Experience in collegiate athletics or university advancement

Tools

CRM systems

Fundraising platforms

Job description

Assistant Vice Chancellor for Strategic Development and Athletic Partnerships Department: UPS University Advancement Advertised Salary Range: Part/Full Time: Full Time

About UofSC From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Advertised Job Summary

The Assistant Vice Chancellor for Strategic Development and Athletic Partnerships provides executive leadership for strategic fundraising, corporate partnerships, sponsorships, and NIL-related development activities that advance USC Upstate intercollegiate athletics and institutional priorities. Reporting to the Vice Chancellor for University Advancement with a dotted-line relationship to the Vice Chancellor and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics, the position leads revenue-development strategy, supervises two Directors of Development, and builds sustained relationships with donors, alumni, businesses, and campus and community partners. As a member of the Athletics Senior Leadership Team, the position contributes to department-wide strategy, revenue-related operations, and institutional representation while ensuring effective stewardship and fulfillment of partnership commitments.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Comprehensive knowledge of fundraising, major gift development, sponsorship and partnership practices, donor stewardship, and the institutional and regulatory considerations affecting athletics and NIL-related initiatives. Demonstrated ability to lead professional staff; develop and evaluate revenue strategies; communicate effectively with executive leaders and external constituencies; manage sensitive relationships and confidential information; coordinate complex cross-functional work; exercise sound judgment and discretion; and use university-approved fundraising and productivity systems. A successful background check and a good driving are required.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree and 6 or more years of job related experience. Prior management experience. Progressive experience in collegiate athletics, professional sports, athletics development, university advancement, or a comparable revenue-focused environment. Demonstrated experience with major gifts, sponsorships, corporate partnerships, staff leadership, and NIL-related activities; familiarity with advancement constituent relationship management systems.

Special Instructions to Applicant

USC Upstate offers a valuable https://uscupstate.edu/employment/employee-benefits/package including but not limited to:

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition Program
• Dependent Scholarships
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities

EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.