Job #
039925
Department Code: 34203-7032
Department
‘Cuse Athletics
Fund
Location: Syracuse, NY
Pay Range: Commensurate w/ Experience
Staff
Level: S6
FLSA Status: Exempt
Hours: Standard University business
hours
8:30am – 5:00pm (academic year)
8:00am – 4:30pm (summer)
Hours may vary based on operational needs.
Campus: Syracuse, NY
Unionized Position Code: Not Applicable
Job
Description
Reporting to the Senior Associate Athletic Director/Executive Director of Athletic Development, the Associate
Athletic Director for Development & External Sales is a leadership position responsible for overseeing a comprehensive annual fund strategy
and sales program for Syracuse Athletics and the ‘Cuse Athletics Fund (‘CAF).
The Associate AD for Development & External Sales will
provide oversight for all ‘CAF annual fund operations with a focus on renewing, growing, and developing new contributions associated with
annual memberships, priority points and donor rank, premium seating, suites, gameday hospitality, parking, and tickets.
The Associate
AD for Development & External Sales will provide strategic direction and guidance to the General Manager regarding the planning and
implementation of an aggressive effort to drive ‘CAF memberships and revenue opportunities associated with season tickets and renewals,
premium ticket sales, and group and individual ticket sales. Additionally, the successful candidate will provide strategies designed to
improve prospecting members and attendance growth, evaluating seating policies and strategies, and delivering excellent donor and customer
service.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred. Ideal candidates will
have at minimum, eight years of demonstrated experience of successful annual fundraising, premium seating and sales, and management,
preferably in a college or university setting. - Experience in Division I Athletics strongly preferred.
- A valid Driver’s
License is required.
Job Specific Qualifications
- Ability to collaborate with various internal and
external constituents across University Advancement and Athletics - Excellent communication and decision-making skills, and the
ability to build robust relationships both internally and externally - Mature and professional attitude, donor/client focus and the
ability to provide direction to staff and direct multiple tasks simultaneously - Ability to direct and perform confidential detailed
work with accuracy under deadline pressure - General recognition of indicators of wealth and the ability to engage in meaningful and
thoughtful conversations with prospective donors - Familiarity and understanding of current issues in intercollegiate athletics and
higher education - Working knowledge of and familiarity with NCAA rules and regulations, particularly those impacting representatives
of the institution’s athletics interests - Ability to work with university and donor database systems
- Impeccable integrity and
the ability to work in a collaborative environment
Responsibilities
- Partner closely with the
Senior Associate Athletic Director/Executive Director of Athletic Development to provide strategic leadership of the development team with a
primary focus and oversight of the annual fund strategy and sales programs. - Oversee all ‘CAF annual fund operations and
opportunities to renew and leverage contributions associated with memberships, annual benefits, priority points and donor rank, premium
seating, suites, gameday hospitality, parking, and tickets. Oversee and provide consistent leadership to the Legends Group General Manager
and Sales & Service team, including direction and guidance for the ‘CAF annual benefits and membership program. - Provide strategy,
planning, and the implementation of an aggressive effort to drive ‘CAF memberships and annual donations, as well as additional revenue
opportunities associated with season tickets and renewals, premium ticket sales, and group and individual ticket sales. - Work
collaboratively in a leadership capacity with and across various athletics department units and teams, including the ticket office,
marketing and communications, business development, corporate sponsorships, and business offices - Partner and communicate closely
with various units and teams within University Advancement and External Affairs to ensure annual fund operations are being managed
efficiently and collaboratively.
Physical
Requirements
*
Tools/Equipment
*
Application
Instructions
In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover
letter.
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with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a
global footprint, and nearly 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.
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minors offered through 13 schools and colleges; nearly 15,000 undergraduates and 5,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million
alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit www.syracuse.edu.
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population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options,
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wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic
sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.
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Job Category: Staff
Syracuse University is interested in candidates who have the communication skills and cross-cultural abilities to maximize their effectiveness with diverse groups of colleagues, students and community members. Women, military veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of other traditionally underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. Syracuse University is an equal opportunity employer, as well as a federal contractor required to take affirmative action on behalf of protected veterans.
