Assistant Director of Development - Athletics

Richmond - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 14-09-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Assistant Director of Development - Athletics
Benefits of working at VCU	All full-time university staff are eligible for VCUs robust benefits package that includes: comprehensive health benefits paid annual and holiday leave granted up front generous tuition benefit retirement planning and savings options tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs employee discounts well-being resources abundant opportunities for career development and advancement and more. Learn more about VCUs benefits here.
Job Code	15214
Recruitment Pool	All Applicants
Posting Number	req8197
Unit	Athletics MBU
Department	Athletics
Department Website Link
Location	VCU
Address	907 Floyd Ave Richmond VA 23284 USA
Duties & Responsibilities	Ready to make an impact We are seeking a strategic and relationship-driven professional to assist fundraising initiatives and strengthen donor and alumni relations in support of our athletic development programs. Summary: The Assistant Director of Development is instrumental in advancing the mission of VCU Athletics by supporting the growth of the RAM Athletic Fund and increasing donor engagement. Reporting to the Sr. Associate AD for Development the role will create and execute communications events and outreach initiatives that identify cultivate steward and engage donors alumni and stakeholders who support the achievement of VCU student-athletes. The Assistant Director assists in developing donor communications such as newsletters web content impact reports and event invitations and coordinates and manages special events such as donor receptions game-day hospitality and recognition ceremonies. An important aspect of the position is stewarding and developing relationships with donors and stakeholders through regular contact and one-on-one addition the Assistant Director of Development provides operations and administration assistance in ensuring that development work is efficiently monitored assessed and rolled out in collaboration with the Athletic Development team so that strategies are aligned with fundraising objectives as well as providing a better donor experience. Typical Duties Develop and implement effective communication strategies; Assist in developing the annual fund for the Department of Athletics including all restricted and unrestricted giving to the RAM Athletic Fund; Manage a hand-selected portfolio of donors that are key supporters to the RAM Athletic Fund and have the capacity to give at the $1000 gift level; Develop stewardship plans to engage and grow donors and donor base; Plan and manage all special events for the department to increase donor base; Assist with management and oversight of RAM Athletic Fund Board; Manage gift processing; Organize logistics and staffing plan to manage gameday donor related hospitality engagement; Manage 2-3 Graduate Assistants each academic year; Representation at numerous external functions home and away athletic contests donor trips and university functions as needed; Other duties as assigned. NOTE TO APPLICANTS -VCU is transitioning to a new applicant tracking system beginning October 1 2025. If you apply before that date you may be asked to resubmit your application in the new system after the system is live. Clear instructions will be provided at that time. We appreciate your understanding during this transition and look forward to reviewing your application.
Qualifications	Minimum Qualifications Graduate degree in communications marketing or related field or an equivalent combination of knowledge skills and experience; Two or more years of successful experience in higher education development office administration preferably in the area of annual giving stewardship and alumni relations
FLSA	University Employee
Job FTE	1
Exemption Status	Exempt
Restricted Position	No
E-Class	UF - University Employee FT
Job Category	University Employee
ORP Eligible	No
Salary Range	$47300
Compensation Type	Salaried
Target Hire Date	10/10/2025
Contact Information for Candidates	Joe Manhertz
Documents Needed to Apply	Cover letter resume references

Required Experience:

Director

Assistant Director of Development - Athletics Benefits of working at VCUAll full-time university staff are eligible for VCUs robust benefits package that includes: comprehensive health benefits paid annual and holiday leave granted up front generous tuition benefit retirement planning and savings ...

Assistant Director of Development - Athletics
Benefits of working at VCU	All full-time university staff are eligible for VCUs robust benefits package that includes: comprehensive health benefits paid annual and holiday leave granted up front generous tuition benefit retirement planning and savings options tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs employee discounts well-being resources abundant opportunities for career development and advancement and more. Learn more about VCUs benefits here.
Job Code	15214
Recruitment Pool	All Applicants
Posting Number	req8197
Unit	Athletics MBU
Department	Athletics
Department Website Link
Location	VCU
Address	907 Floyd Ave Richmond VA 23284 USA
Duties & Responsibilities	Ready to make an impact We are seeking a strategic and relationship-driven professional to assist fundraising initiatives and strengthen donor and alumni relations in support of our athletic development programs. Summary: The Assistant Director of Development is instrumental in advancing the mission of VCU Athletics by supporting the growth of the RAM Athletic Fund and increasing donor engagement. Reporting to the Sr. Associate AD for Development the role will create and execute communications events and outreach initiatives that identify cultivate steward and engage donors alumni and stakeholders who support the achievement of VCU student-athletes. The Assistant Director assists in developing donor communications such as newsletters web content impact reports and event invitations and coordinates and manages special events such as donor receptions game-day hospitality and recognition ceremonies. An important aspect of the position is stewarding and developing relationships with donors and stakeholders through regular contact and one-on-one addition the Assistant Director of Development provides operations and administration assistance in ensuring that development work is efficiently monitored assessed and rolled out in collaboration with the Athletic Development team so that strategies are aligned with fundraising objectives as well as providing a better donor experience. Typical Duties Develop and implement effective communication strategies; Assist in developing the annual fund for the Department of Athletics including all restricted and unrestricted giving to the RAM Athletic Fund; Manage a hand-selected portfolio of donors that are key supporters to the RAM Athletic Fund and have the capacity to give at the $1000 gift level; Develop stewardship plans to engage and grow donors and donor base; Plan and manage all special events for the department to increase donor base; Assist with management and oversight of RAM Athletic Fund Board; Manage gift processing; Organize logistics and staffing plan to manage gameday donor related hospitality engagement; Manage 2-3 Graduate Assistants each academic year; Representation at numerous external functions home and away athletic contests donor trips and university functions as needed; Other duties as assigned. NOTE TO APPLICANTS -VCU is transitioning to a new applicant tracking system beginning October 1 2025. If you apply before that date you may be asked to resubmit your application in the new system after the system is live. Clear instructions will be provided at that time. We appreciate your understanding during this transition and look forward to reviewing your application.
Qualifications	Minimum Qualifications Graduate degree in communications marketing or related field or an equivalent combination of knowledge skills and experience; Two or more years of successful experience in higher education development office administration preferably in the area of annual giving stewardship and alumni relations
FLSA	University Employee
Job FTE	1
Exemption Status	Exempt
Restricted Position	No
E-Class	UF - University Employee FT
Job Category	University Employee
ORP Eligible	No
Salary Range	$47300
Compensation Type	Salaried
Target Hire Date	10/10/2025
Contact Information for Candidates	Joe Manhertz
Documents Needed to Apply	Cover letter resume references

Required Experience:

Director

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