Associate Director of Development

Yale is committed to fostering opportunities for all. This role is based in New Haven and may involve travel for meetings and special events, including nights and weekends as required. Salary range: $61,500.00 - $91,875.00.

The Associate Director of Development will report to the Assistant Athletic Director of Development and is responsible for annual fundraising, communication, events, and organizational efforts for designated athletic associations supporting Yale’s 35 varsity teams. The Associate Director will cultivate meaningful relationships with alumni, parents, and friends of Yale Athletics. Responsibilities include overseeing volunteer initiatives, development/event communications, meeting annual fundraising goals, and delivering stewardship experiences that deepen donor commitment.

The role includes planning and executing monthly, quarterly, and annual events to engage Yale student-athlete alumni. The portfolio may also include sport-specific newsletters, foreign tour fundraising, event communications, and other assigned areas. This position combines frontline fundraising, relationship-building, and event management in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment and requires the ability to travel for meetings and special events, including nights and weekends.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Outstanding organizational and interpersonal skills, including attention to detail.
• Ability to handle a diverse portfolio and simultaneous tasks.
• Highly motivated and energetic; ability to show initiative and work independently.
• High level of quantitative skills; ability to analyze data and implement strategy.
• Skilled in Microsoft suite and Google platform; ability to learn new software and data management products.

Required

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree. Three years of related experience in a fundraising capacity or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job Posting Date: 01/13/2026

Job Category: Professional

Bargaining Unit: NON

Compensation Grade: Development

Compensation Grade Profile: Annual Giving Officer (22)

Time Type: Full time

Duration Type: Staff

Work Model: On-site

Location: 55 Whitney Avenue, New Haven, Connecticut

Background Check Requirements: All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It’s Your Yale website.

Health Requirements: Certain positions have associated health requirements based on specific job responsibilities. These may include vaccinations, tests, or examinations, as required by law, regulation, or university policy.

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Disclaimer: The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring department. Yale is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in admissions, education, or employment on the basis of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.

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