Senior Director of Athletic Development

Brief Position Description: The Senior Director of Development for Athletics is responsible for leading, executing, and growing a comprehensive major and principal gifts program in support of OBU Athletics. This position plays a critical role in advancing the university’s philanthropic priorities by developing deep institutional donor relationships, driving transformational giving, and partnering closely with institutional leadership. Reporting directly to the Vice President for Advancement & Alumni, the Senior Director works in close collaboration with the OBU Athletic Director, University President, and Vice President to cultivate, solicit, and steward major and principal donors whose philanthropic interests align with OBU Athletics and the university’s broader mission. This role requires a strategic, donor-centered fundraiser with exceptional relationship-management skills, strong understanding of NCAA Athletics, and the ability to operate confidently with high-capacity donors.

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