Associate/Senior Associate Athletic Director for Development & Community Relations
Lafayette College
Application
Details
Posted: 11-Jul-22
Location: Easton, Pennsylvania
Type: Full-time
Required Education: 4 Year Degree
Categories:
Executive
Executive - Associate Athletics Director
Sector:
Collegiate Sports
ANNOUNCEMENT OF ATHLETICS POSITION VACANCY
Associate/Senior Associate Athletic Director for Development & Community Relations
The Associate/Senior Associate Athletic Director for Development & Community Relations position offers an opportunity to join the Lafayette Athletics Leadership Team and manage the athletic department’s fundraising efforts as it moves into a comprehensive fundraising campaign. The Associate/Sr. Associate Athletic Director for Development & Community Relations reports to the Director of Athletics, with dotted line responsibility to the Vice President of Development and Donor Engagement. The position is responsible for the development, management and execution of a comprehensive strategy to cultivate and steward prospects that will ultimately support the vision and goals of the athletics program. The incumbent is also responsible for the creation of strategies and events to support the institution’s efforts to engage more broadly with the Easton community and beyond.
Primary Responsibilities
Development/Fundraising:
Manage all aspects of athletics fundraising with alignment to the vision for athletics within the overall mission of the College
Coordinate the athletics campaign in conjunction with central development
Maintain a high level of coordination between Athletics and Development to ensure that fundraising goals are met
Represent the College at athletic events that promote engagement and philanthropy
Lead efforts to identify new and innovative fundraising methods, ways to structure gifts and to communicate with constituents
Direct and lead the tasks and goals of the Director of Athletic Development. Community Engagement
Engage with alumni and community members to generate interest and support for athletics and our initiatives
Organize and coordinate meetings with internal and external constituents to develop
Oversight of the Ticket and Promotions Manager. Sport Oversight:
Oversight of select varsity sports
Assist with setting goals and expectations of sport competitive performance, provide leadership and direction to aid in the development of our coaches and conduct performance evaluations.
Preferred Qualifications:
Five or more years of athletic fundraising experience
Fundraising experience towards a comprehensive, multi-year campaign
Experience in working directly with head coaches for the purpose of establishing goals and objectives for their performance.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree required. Highly energetic and engaging individual with at least 3 years of fundraising experience or 5 years of related experience (i.e., marketing, sales) within an intercollegiate athletics environment. The position requires exceptional organizational and analytical thinking skills, a demonstrated capacity to develop relationships with a diverse community, and the ability to engage and motivate prospects and volunteers
Exceptional interpersonal skills necessary for building relationships with external (donors, prospects, Trustees) and internal (faculty, staff, colleagues) constituents
Ability to work with a variety of personalities and to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability and willingness to travel and manage a complex work schedule (including commitments during the evening, weekends, and holidays)
High level of energy and enthusiasm combined with a commitment to execute the mission and vision of the College and the department
Experience with Microsoft Office is essential as well as familiarity with web-based interfaces and fundraising software. Knowledge of and commitment to uphold NCAA and Patriot League rules and regulations are required.
Application Process: Lafayette College is a private, undergraduate-only institution offering programs across the arts, sciences, and engineering on a coeducational, residential campus rich in history and beauty. Lafayette is located in Easton, PA within 70 miles of New York and Philadelphia. As part of the culturally vibrant Lehigh Valley with neighboring cities Bethlehem and Allentown, Easton is home to a dynamic restaurant culture, annual festivals, a historic farmers’ market, and arts institutions. Lafayette Athletics, as a partner in the mission of the College, provides an incredibly effective learning experience for student-athletes through competitive NCAA Division I athletics. Lafayette sponsors 23 varsity sports with approximately 600 student-athletes.
Lafayette College is committed to creating a diverse community, one that is inclusive and responsive and supportive of each and all of its faculty, students, and staff. All members of the College community share a responsibility for creating, maintaining and developing a learning environment where difference is valued, equity is sought, and inclusiveness is practiced.
Review of applications to begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Qualified applicants should submit a letter of interest indicating the exact position, resume, and a list of at least three references via the online link.
