Assistant Vice President Of Athletics Development

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Posting Number: 20233758S

Position Title: Assistant Vice President of Athletics Development

Position Type: Staff

Location: Villanova, PA

Recruitment Type: Internal/External Applicants

Work Schedule: full-time/12-months

Avg Hours Week

Department: 604 - University Advancement

Position Summary

Ignite Your Career at Villanova University! Whether undergraduate or graduate, faculty or staff, each community member brings with them a wealth of experiences that enrich our University and shift our perspectives. As a part of this community, your work will improve lives and ignite change!

Why work at Villanova?

• We believe that an inclusive community fosters an understanding and appreciation for diversity among our students, faculty, staff and administrators. The Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion works to address issues of equity and justice in a variety of ways including workshops, events and employee resource groups
• Villanova has been included among the nation’s best colleges and universities. VU’s inclusion again in U.S. News & World Report’s 2023 “Best Colleges” rankings is another indication of the University’s continued prominence and forward momentum.
• Villanova’s most precious asset is our people. As an employee, you will receive a holistic benefits package, generous paid time off, a competitive retirement savings plan, flexible work options, wellness programs including gym membership, professional development, tuition assistance, and more .
• Join a mission-driven organization. Since Villanova University’s founding in 1842, we have been inspired by the values of truth, unity, and love, and are a community dedicated to service to others.

Villanova University has embarked on a 10-year strategic plan, Rooted. Restless., with the goal of enhancing the Augustinian Catholic living and learning experience for all members of our community. University Advancement is seeking exceptional talent to join our mission-driven team working together toward our shared vision for Villanova, fueled by the generosity of the University’s philanthropic supporters as we prepare for Villanova’s next comprehensive capital campaign.

The Assistant Vice President of Athletics Development will be responsible for planning and executing a comprehensive fundraising program to secure significant and ongoing support for the University’s Athletics department. Villanova’s broad-based Athletics program, committed to excellence both in the classroom and in competition, is comprised of 24 NCAA Division I men’s and women’s varsity teams and over 500 student-athletes. In addition, club sports and an extensive intramurals and recreation program fall under the auspices of the Athletics department. Villanova is a member of the Big East Conference and the Colonial Athletic Association Football Conference. The AVP will create a vision and provide leadership for all fundraising revenue generation efforts and be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive plan for promoting, planning and managing all development activities related to Athletics such as major gift solicitation, capital projects, as well as working in conjunction with teams dedicated to planned giving, annual giving, special events and stewardship . In addition, the AVP will be responsible for the cultivation and solicitation of a pool of leadership gift prospects. The AVP will contribute to the overall advancement department by creative problem solving and integrating sound development sensibilities throughout the Athletics department in addition to building a cohesive team and providing strong leadership.

Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian order. Diversity and inclusion have been and will continue to be an integral component of Villanova University’s mission. The University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Develop regular reports for the Vice President to summarize activity and progress toward established goals.
• Supervise Athletics Development staff and work with them to develop appropriate cultivation and solicitation strategies. Create an ongoing program of major gift prospect identification, cultivation and solicitation which will measurably increase dollars raised.
• Supervise stewardship activities for Athletics donors and oversee the policies and procedures for providing donors with tickets to Athletic events this includes reviewing and assisting with policies related to Nova Points. Manage gameday seating for men’s basketball program.
• Develop the structure and manage the day-to-day activities of all Athletics fundraising programs with particular emphasis on major gifts. Collaborate with Athletics Department senior staff, coaches, and essential personnel to support the Department’s fundraising needs. Identify program and project goals and regularly evaluate Athletics Development staff progress towards these goals.
• Manage a portfolio of leadership prospects. Raise endowments and other private financial support for intercollegiate Athletics pursuant to the policies of the NCAA .
• Initiate collaborations between the regional and college-based directors of development.
• Perform additional duties and assist with special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Diplomacy, tact, and discretion and the ability to maintain confidentiality required.
• 10+ years of supervisory/leadership experience in the development field, preferably in athletics.
• Demonstrated accomplishment in the acquisition of major gifts required.
• Excellent organizational, leadership, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills required.
• Athletic program experience is required.
• Ability to interact effectively and productively with all levels of staff at the University required.
• In-depth knowledge of all areas of a higher education development function, including major gifts and annual programs is required.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Strong supervisory and leadership experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred.

Physical Requirements And/or Unusual Work Hours

Evening and weekend commitments required on a regular basis. Ability to travel required.

Special Message To Applicants

Posting Date: 08/03/2023

Closing Date (11:59pm ET): 08/11/2023

Salary Posting Information

Commensurate with experience.

Salary Band: L

Job Classification: exempt

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