Associate AD – Director of Athletic Development & Operations

Old Dominion University; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Old Dominion University seeks an Associate AD – Director of Athletic Development & Operations to oversee the day-to-day operation of the athletic fundraising team, including planning, organizing and implementing the Athletic Annual Fund campaign and donor relations.

The role supervises the Director of Annual Fund and the Assistant Director of Athletic Donor Relations and Stewardship, handles premium seating and events, and maintains a portfolio of annual and major gift donors.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operation of the athletic fundraising team, including planning, organization and implementation of the Athletic Annual Fund campaign.
• Manage all aspects of communication, donor relations and stewardship, ticketing, including premium seating, re-seating, parking, hospitality and other donor benefits.
• 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.

Education

Master’s degree or Bachelor’s degree with experience equivalent to a Master’s degree

Job description

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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 [phone].

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.