Senior Associate Athletic Director for Development

About the role

The Senior Associate Athletic Director for Development leads and manages all development and fundraising activities for the Department of Athletics, overseeing fundraising staff within The Bulldog Foundation.

Key responsibilities

• Lead development and fundraising initiatives, ensuring compliance with NCAA, Pac-12, CASE, CSU, and university policies.
• Supervise fundraising staff and serve as primary liaison with The Bulldog Foundation Board of Directors.
• Coordinate prospect identification, cultivation, solicitation, gift acknowledgment, and stewardship in partnership with University Advancement.

Required profile

• Proven ability to develop donor relationships and solicit major gifts at six- and seven‑figure levels.
• Strong leadership style, collaborative approach, and sound decision‑making skills.
• Experience managing a development department for a Division I athletics program (minimum five years).

Required skills

• Ability to inspire philanthropic support from high‑net‑worth individuals, corporations, and foundations.
• Experience building or expanding a comprehensive, sustainable fundraising enterprise.

What we offer

• Salary range up to $10,000‑$13,000 per month, commensurate with qualifications.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, CalPERS retirement, paid holidays, sick and vacation time.
• Eligibility for fee‑waiver education program and participation in university’s employee development resources.