What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Director of Athletics Development position at Inside Higher Ed?
Posting Date:
07/28/2025
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Position Number:
1010634
Position Title:
Associate Director of Athletics Development
Hiring Range Minimum:
$96,500
Hiring Range Maximum:
$120,600
Union Type:
Not a Union Position
SEIU Level:
Not an SEIU Position
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Employment Category:
Regular Full Time
Scheduled Months Per Year:
12
Scheduled Hours Per Week:
40
Schedule:
M-F 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM with occasional nights and weekend work to attend games and events.
Location of Position:
Hanover, NH
Remote Work Eligibility?:
Onsite only
Is this a term position?:
No
Is this a grant funded position?:
No
Position Purpose:
The Associate Director of Athletics Development (ADAD) manages a portfolio of 14-18 Dartmouth athletics alumni volunteer groups (“Friends Of” sports). The emphasis of this role is securing $2M – $4M annually in current use restricted philanthropy allocated to the athletics teams managed by the ADAD. The Associate Director partners closely with the Senior Associate Athletics Director for Development, leadership and principal gift officers, coaches, athletic administrators, Athletic Director, Vice President for Development, and campus colleagues to set clear goals, develop a fundraising plan, build strong relationships with donors and volunteers, and promote a culture of philanthropy within the Friends of Dartmouth Athletics community.
Required Qualifications - Education And Yrs Exp:
Bachelor's degree
Required
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Preferred Qualifications:
Mariruth Graham
Department Contact Phone Number:
mariruth@dartmouth.edu
Department Contact For Cover Letter And Title:
Mariruth Graham, Associate Athletics Director for People and Culture
Department Contact's Phone Number:
603-646-5666
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.
Background Check:
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Preferred, But Not Required
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?:
Special Instructions To Applicants:
Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Additional Instructions:
We are hiring for 2 Associate Directors of Athletics Devlopment.
Under Additional Documents, please consider including list of references.
Please note this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Quick Link:
https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/80216
Description:
Volunteer Fundraising Management*Recruit, train, and manage key volunteer groups including alumni fundraising committees.*In close partnership with the Senior Associate Athletics Director for Development, the Vice President for Development, and the Athletics Director, set clear, ambitious, data informed, and attainable annual fundraising goals for each “Friends Of” group and sport.*Organize and staff volunteer leadership meetings, providing high-level strategy and follow-through support. Serve as the point of contact for all managed sports teams “Friends Of” volunteers.*Develop a comprehensive fundraising plan for each sport which includes collaborating with campus and volunteer partners, and articulating a solicitation calendar and communications plan.* Partner with Dartmouth Advancement front line fundraising staff to align and support Athletics priorities, events, philanthropic opportunities and initiatives. Work closely with gift officers to understand comprehensive donor strategies, and ensure annual giving priorities fit within larger institutional plans.*Partner with key staff colleagues to understand volunteer leadership opportunities and trajectories. Incorporate the Dartmouth Athletics Advisory Board’s strategies and ensure timely communication between entities.* In partnership with Advancement data teams, develops regular reporting to assess progress toward overall and individual friends group goals. Develop systems and cadence for reporting progress and forecasting to the Athletics Director, sport administrators, Vice President for Development, and Senior Associate Athletics Director for Development. Creates, traffics, and produces all ad hoc data as needed.* Partners with Recognition and Stewardship and athletics stewardship to identify strategic opportunities for key donor stewardship.* In partnership with Dartmouth Athletics & Recreation, participates in program development, strategic planning and management of athletics external relations planning.
Percentage Of Time:
80
Description:
Special Events & Engagements* Collaborates with divisional colleagues in the planning and execution of special athletic events for diverse network of top prospects, donors, and volunteers that highlights specific priorities, educates prospective donors, identifies new prospects, and builds network.* Attends select Athletics events and travels to away contests as necessary and appropriate for Athletics Development Strategy.
Percentage Of Time:
20
07/28/2025
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Position Number:
1010634
Position Title:
Associate Director of Athletics Development
Hiring Range Minimum:
$96,500
Hiring Range Maximum:
$120,600
Union Type:
Not a Union Position
SEIU Level:
Not an SEIU Position
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Employment Category:
Regular Full Time
Scheduled Months Per Year:
12
Scheduled Hours Per Week:
40
Schedule:
M-F 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM with occasional nights and weekend work to attend games and events.
Location of Position:
Hanover, NH
Remote Work Eligibility?:
Onsite only
Is this a term position?:
No
Is this a grant funded position?:
No
Position Purpose:
The Associate Director of Athletics Development (ADAD) manages a portfolio of 14-18 Dartmouth athletics alumni volunteer groups (“Friends Of” sports). The emphasis of this role is securing $2M – $4M annually in current use restricted philanthropy allocated to the athletics teams managed by the ADAD. The Associate Director partners closely with the Senior Associate Athletics Director for Development, leadership and principal gift officers, coaches, athletic administrators, Athletic Director, Vice President for Development, and campus colleagues to set clear goals, develop a fundraising plan, build strong relationships with donors and volunteers, and promote a culture of philanthropy within the Friends of Dartmouth Athletics community.
Required Qualifications - Education And Yrs Exp:
Bachelor's degree
Required
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
- Eight years of progressive fundraising experience, preferably in an annual fund setting or a higher education, athletics campaign environment.
- Demonstrated success in soliciting, closing and stewardship of gifts.
- Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills including tact and discretion.
- Demonstrated analytical and strategic thinking capabilities.
- Ability to work with, earn the respect of, and command the respect of senior officers and high-level volunteers.
- Volunteer management experience with high-level volunteers such as trustees and advisory boards; recognized leadership qualities and customer service orientation
- Proven organizational abilities.
- Ability to manage several projects simultaneously, working both independently and as member of multiple teams.
- Demonstrated ability to consider new initiatives and fresh perspectives.
- Ability to work with features of Microsoft Excel to conduct data analysis.
- Demonstrated marketing and negotiation skills and knowledge of college athletics.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in a complex development organization is an important consideration
- Strong technical aptitude for working with database applications and software tools, and quickly learn new applications.
- Strong understanding of the case for unrestricted giving and giving to higher education.
- Demonstrated initiative and strong service-orientation of donors, volunteers, and staff.
- Ability to function independently with minimal routine oversight.
Mariruth Graham
Department Contact Phone Number:
mariruth@dartmouth.edu
Department Contact For Cover Letter And Title:
Mariruth Graham, Associate Athletics Director for People and Culture
Department Contact's Phone Number:
603-646-5666
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.
Background Check:
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Preferred, But Not Required
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?:
Special Instructions To Applicants:
Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Additional Instructions:
We are hiring for 2 Associate Directors of Athletics Devlopment.
Under Additional Documents, please consider including list of references.
Please note this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Quick Link:
https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/80216
Description:
Volunteer Fundraising Management*Recruit, train, and manage key volunteer groups including alumni fundraising committees.*In close partnership with the Senior Associate Athletics Director for Development, the Vice President for Development, and the Athletics Director, set clear, ambitious, data informed, and attainable annual fundraising goals for each “Friends Of” group and sport.*Organize and staff volunteer leadership meetings, providing high-level strategy and follow-through support. Serve as the point of contact for all managed sports teams “Friends Of” volunteers.*Develop a comprehensive fundraising plan for each sport which includes collaborating with campus and volunteer partners, and articulating a solicitation calendar and communications plan.* Partner with Dartmouth Advancement front line fundraising staff to align and support Athletics priorities, events, philanthropic opportunities and initiatives. Work closely with gift officers to understand comprehensive donor strategies, and ensure annual giving priorities fit within larger institutional plans.*Partner with key staff colleagues to understand volunteer leadership opportunities and trajectories. Incorporate the Dartmouth Athletics Advisory Board’s strategies and ensure timely communication between entities.* In partnership with Advancement data teams, develops regular reporting to assess progress toward overall and individual friends group goals. Develop systems and cadence for reporting progress and forecasting to the Athletics Director, sport administrators, Vice President for Development, and Senior Associate Athletics Director for Development. Creates, traffics, and produces all ad hoc data as needed.* Partners with Recognition and Stewardship and athletics stewardship to identify strategic opportunities for key donor stewardship.* In partnership with Dartmouth Athletics & Recreation, participates in program development, strategic planning and management of athletics external relations planning.
Percentage Of Time:
80
Description:
Special Events & Engagements* Collaborates with divisional colleagues in the planning and execution of special athletic events for diverse network of top prospects, donors, and volunteers that highlights specific priorities, educates prospective donors, identifies new prospects, and builds network.* Attends select Athletics events and travels to away contests as necessary and appropriate for Athletics Development Strategy.
Percentage Of Time:
20
- : Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
- : Performs other duties as assigned. -5%
Salary : $96,500 - $120,600
