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Why work at Villanova?

Join a mission-driven organization. Since Villanova University's founding in 1842, we have been inspired by the values of truth, unity, and love, and are a community dedicated to service to others.

Villanova University has embarked on a 10-year strategic plan, Rooted. Restless., with the goal of enhancing the Augustinian Catholic living and learning experience for all members of our community. University Advancement is seeking exceptional talent to join our mission-driven team working together toward our shared vision for Villanova, fueled by the generosity of the University's philanthropic supporters as we "keep moving" in the spirit of St. Augustine in the public phase of Villanova's comprehensive capital campaign: Espiritus Nova.

The Development Officer, Athletics will report directly to the Associate Director of Athletics Development. Under the direction of the Associate Director, the Development Officer, Athletics serves as a front line fundraiser in support of the priorities of Villanova Athletics. Primary duties will focus on managing a portfolio of prospects with a gift capacity of $10,000 to $99,999 (primarily $50,000+). Portfolio work will have a heavy focus on qualification and building new relationships with alumni, parents, and friends who can support the needs and priorities of Villanova Athletics, and the Villanova University Strategic Plan: Rooted. Restless. The Development Officer is expected to conduct a high volume of prospect visits per month and manage a portfolio of 150+prospects per year. In addition to portfolio management, the Development Officer will assist with staffing donor hospitality and other alumni engagement functions around athletics events, as well as serve as the individual sport liaison with specific head coaches and alumni volunteers to develop strategies to advance philanthropic support for specific sport programs.

Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University's mission and values.

Ability to travel and work evenings and weekends required.

This position falls within salaried grade 14 and the range for this position is $57,200-71,500. The final salary will be determined with consideration of several factors including the selected candidate's qualifications, department budget availability, market data, and internal equity.