The Ohio State University Department of Athletics is seeking candidates for a Director of Development (Athletics). The Director of Development will understand the mission, needs and value proposition of the university and the Department of Athletics and build relationships with prospective donors to increase philanthropic support. Donors such as alumni, friends, corporations, and foundations will be identified by listening for opportunities to align their interests and passions with opportunities to donate to the Department of Athletics. The aim of the role is to actively manage a portfolio of prospective donors to be asked for gifts of $100,000 and above. Preparation for the “ask” will include creative and strategic utilization of resources to determine the prospective donor’s capac