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Positio Title: Assistant Athletic Director of Championship Resources (AP26-033)

Location: Edwardsville, IL



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Assistant Athletic Director of Championship Resources (AP26-033)

Overview

To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Assistant Athletic Director of Championship Resources (AP26-033). As the only Division I institution in the Metro East region of St. Louis, SIUE Athletics is on the rise. This critical position will work with the department's coaches and staff as well as campus and community colleagues to generate resources to foster competitiveness, academic excellence, and student-athlete experience.

Why SIUE?

Employing more than 2,400 faculty and staff members, SIUE is one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. A study by SIUE School of Business faculty shows the University has a $471 million annual economic impact on the region. SIUE Athletics has 16 Division I sports and approximately 280 student-athletes competing in both the Ohio Valley Conference and Mid-American Conference (wrestling). SIUE is coming off the school's first trip to March Madness, this position offers an opportunity to be a part of significant growth and momentum.

What You Will Do

• Oversee the planning, execution, and growth of the annual fund for the Athletics Department.
• Collaborate with the Office of Advancement and SIUE Foundation to plan and execute Giving Tuesday and One Day, One SIUE initiatives for Athletics.
• Plan and execute annual fundraising strategies and events that support Athletics Department needs and individual sport programs.
• Work in conjunction with the Assistant Athletics Director / Administration and Special Events to plan and execute donor stewardship and fundraising events.
• Coordinate key events such as the Red & Black Benefit, Cougar Champions Classic , Cougar Champions Fund Appreciation Dinner , and basketball hospitality.
• Develop and implement strategies to strengthen donor engagement and maximize fundraising outcomes.
• Ensure alignment of all fundraising efforts with departmental and institutional goals.

Schedule:
Schedule varies - will require nights and weekends

FLSA: Exempt

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in sport management, business, marketing, communications, or a related field.
• One (1) year of fundraising (preferably in an athletics-related field) or sales experience
• Experience with Microsoft Office
• Position requires considerable initiative, creativity, and independence
• Evidence of strong communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, especially InDesign and Photoshop
• Experience with Raisers Edge

Supplemental Information

Application Materials and Information:

• To be eligible for the role, ensure that your application includes a complete and detailed employment history that highlights your relevant full-time and part-time work experience, including start and end dates of employment, and at least three professional references.
• You are strongly encouraged to submit a resume and/or cover letter to provide additional context and showcase your qualifications.
• Applicants who feel their credentials and prior experience align with the listed minimum qualifications are encouraged to apply. In the application or within the cover letter and resume clearly describe how your credentials and relevant work experience align with the specified minimum requirements of the position.
• Applications must be submitted by the specified closing date no later than 11:59 p.m. CST.

Pre-Employment Screening: All external candidates who receive a job offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening for this position. The screening process will encompass a criminal background check and, where applicable, other background checks such as a drug screen, verification of employment and education or licensure/certification, reference checks, and/or checks with relevant government registries. Please note that all job offers are contingent upon successful completion of the required screening process.

Additional Information: SIUE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States and visa sponsorship for this position will not be provided. International students at SIUE on F-1 or J-1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with permanent status.

Accommodation: If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation, please reach out to us at 618-650-2190 or via email at careerinfo@siue.edu .

EEO Statement

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran's status.

We value your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. For questions or more information, email: careerinfo@siue.edu .



Opening Date: 10/21/2025

Closing Date: Continuous

Address: 1040 Rendleman Hall
Edwardsville, Illinois, 62026

Website: https://www.siue.edu/

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