Assistant Athletic Director, Corporate Partnerships – Department of Athletics
Duquesne University
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Posted: 24-Jan-25
Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Employment Type:
Full-time
Organization Type:
Higher Education Institution
Required Education:
Bachelor’s
Internal Number: 101028
POSITION SUMMARY:
Duquesne University department of Athletics is seeking a motivated, determined, hardworking individual for the position of Assistant Athletic Director, Corporate Partnerships. This position will oversee the design and implementation of a successful revenue generation campaign focused on athletics corporate partnerships, leadership annual giving, annual giving, and planned giving programs to maximize support for annual fund, sponsorships, scholarship, programmatic and facilities initiatives. Other responsibilities will include developing and implementing processes for acquiring, retaining, and growing individuals, corporations, and foundations to optimize philanthropic support for Duquesne University Athletics.
This position will carry a portfolio of proven and prospective donors with the capacity to make gifts in the Leadership Annual Giving ($9,999 - $1,000) and Annual Giving ($999-$1) range. This position will also be responsible for overseeing and facilitating all Duquesne Athletic Fund events on and off campus; golf outings, tennis pro am, hall of fame ceremony, game day hospitality for donors, team alumni events, donor trips, to name a few.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Oversee all areas of corporate partnership fulfillment obligations
Assist Senior Associate AD/CRO with the design and implementation of a successful revenue generation campaign focused on athletics corporate partnerships, premium seating, NIL, and annual giving programs
Carry a portfolio of no more than 100 donors and prospects to cultivate
Shared responsibility for fundraising for any facilities renovation projects
Shared responsibility for the sale of premium seating for men’s basketball home games
Shared responsibility for premium game day management around basketball and football home games
Oversee Radio Broadcast Team
Oversee any non-game day radio broadcast event
Shared responsibility for event management for any outside event that utilizes UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse
Oversee any non-game day corporate partner event
Oversee corporate partnership intern
PNC Leadership Academy DU Athletics Team
Sport program administrator for Women’s Lacrosse
Sport program administrator for Women’s Acrobatics and Tumbling
Plan and establish leadership annual giving and annual giving program for Duquesne Athletics
Develop a Relationship Management Process for all donors, prospective donors, and corporations
Establish ongoing relationships with individual and corporate supporters through meaningful contact
Work with leadership in the Athletic Department to develop solicitation goals, objectives, and strategies for athletics programs and special projects
Develop effective professional relationships with staff and coaches at the Athletic Department to collaborate on fundraising and friend-raising strategies
Develop effective professional relationships with University departments such as Advancement, Alumni Relations, Admissions, University Events, and Corporate & Foundation Relations
Participate in Athletic and Advancement department meetings, planning sessions, and special project committees as needed
Work with Senior Associate Athletic Director for External Relations and team on relationship and solicitation materials
Coordinate game day hospitality for all home football, men’s basketball, and select women’s basketball games for donors, prospects, and corporate partners
Perform occasional travel for major games, tournaments, and postseason events
Perform occasional travel to visit with alumni and friends in select areas of the country
Completes other duties as assigned
REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
3+ years working in college athletics with direct fundraising, corporate partnerships, or related experience
Demonstrated success in revenue generation and relationship building
Clear understanding and commitment to the mission of Duquesne University
Demonstrated skill in working independently and as part of a team to develop and achieve revenue goals
Knowledge of development programs and successful fundraising best practices
Ability to create funding plans, prioritize assignments, multi-task, plan events, write proposals, and meet deadlines
Strong ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects in a fast paced environment
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to establish effective working relationships, professional rapport, and effectively accomplish work within a university setting that includes a wide array of policies, processes, individuals, and groups
Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Flexibility to work non-traditional hours and weekends
Flexibility to plan and implement events on and off campus
Preferred qualifications:
Alternately, the successful candidate may possess any equivalent combination of experience and training, which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. This includes, but is not limited to, the following:
Commitment to the University’s values of diversity, equity and inclusion, and recognition of the importance of treating each individual with dignity and respect consistent with the University’s Mission. Demonstrated experience with, and understanding of, the broad diversity of the University community (students, faculty, staff and others).
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the University Community.
Ability and willingness to contribute actively to the mission of the University and to respect the Spiritan Catholic identity of Duquesne University. The mission is implemented through a commitment to academic excellence, a spirit of service, moral and spiritual values, sensitivity to world concerns, and an ecumenical campus community.
Duquesne University, a private, Catholic institution, prides itself on being mission-centered and mission-driven. Our employees contribute to our culture of academic excellence and our mission of serving God by serving students. In turn, they enjoy a supportive working environment that values individual talents, encourages teamwork and rewards accomplishments.
A nationally ranked top-tier university, Duquesne has established a legacy of excellence in liberal and professional education. Our 14:1 student-faculty ratio allows our students to work closely with expert faculty. Duquesne has also won accolades and recognition among the nation’s top 20 small research schools for our research initiatives and faculty productivity.
Situated on a 50-acre campus within the city, Duquesne provides a small-town feel in an urban setting. The Pittsburgh region offers a variety of cultural, education and professional opportunities, as well as a safe and affordable lifestyle.
We strive to attract, recruit and retain a dynamic, diverse workforce. Our employees benefit from an array of campus resources that provide convenience and cost savings, including a variety of dining options, a full-ser...vice Starbucks, a retail bank and credit union, a fitness center and year-round wellness programs and onsite parking. Employees also may take advantage of the many educational, cultural and sporting events sponsored by the university.