Assistant Director, Philanthropic Finance
Laseagrant, Urbana, IL, United States
Assistant Director, Philanthropic Finance
Division Intercollegiate Athletics
The Division of Intercollegiate Athletics (DIA) invites applications for Assistant Director, Philanthropic Finance to support Financial Operations. This position will play a critical role in supporting the broader strategic priorities of the DIA and help foster a life‑changing experience for student‑athletes.
Organizational Relationship This position will report to the Assistant Director of Athletics, Financial Operations.
Job Summary Under the general supervision of the Assistant Director of Athletics, Financial Operations, the Assistant Director, Philanthropic Finance will provide a variety of services that are complex, highly diversified, and require independent judgment. The role supports the effective use of departmental financial resources related to the finance functions of the Division of Intercollegiate Athletics and State Farm Center, with the goal of efficient and value‑added business operations processes and effective interaction with all levels of DIA and the University of Illinois.
Key Responsibilities
Collaborate with coaches, support professionals, and physicians to better support the needs of softball student‑athletes.
Provide first‑in‑class medical support to softball student‑athletes to create optimal outcomes in athletic performance, academic success, and overall health and wellness.
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, or a field related to the position. Two years of professional business, financial, and/or managerial work experience.
Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or an athletics‑related field. Five years of business work experience within intercollegiate athletics. Familiarity with Banner, Paciolan, and TED/Blackbaud software.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of University Business Policies & Procedures.
Strong attention to detail.
Strong organizational skills.
Self‑motivated with a high degree of personal initiative.
Ability to independently take on a task from inception to implementation.
Championship mindset and expectations.
Displays professionalism and integrity.
Builds and maintains trust between student‑athletes and fellow DIA staff.
Prioritizes and contributes to the life‑changing student‑athlete experience.
Adheres to University, DIA, Big Ten, and NCAA rules and regulations.
Commitment to the Athletics Department and University’s mission and values.
Flexible to various scheduling, including nights, weekend work, some holidays, and team travel.
Maintains professional competency and skills required for professional practice.
Appointment Information This is a 100% full‑time Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12‑month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 6/15/2026. Salary is $55,000–$70,000 and commensurate with experience. Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position.
Benefits This position is eligible for benefits, including Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
Equal Opportunity Employer The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. The University of Illinois System also complies with required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E‑Verify. Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, related conditions, or religion.
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Organizational Relationship This position will report to the Assistant Director of Athletics, Financial Operations.
Job Summary Under the general supervision of the Assistant Director of Athletics, Financial Operations, the Assistant Director, Philanthropic Finance will provide a variety of services that are complex, highly diversified, and require independent judgment. The role supports the effective use of departmental financial resources related to the finance functions of the Division of Intercollegiate Athletics and State Farm Center, with the goal of efficient and value‑added business operations processes and effective interaction with all levels of DIA and the University of Illinois.
Key Responsibilities
Collaborate with coaches, support professionals, and physicians to better support the needs of softball student‑athletes.
Provide first‑in‑class medical support to softball student‑athletes to create optimal outcomes in athletic performance, academic success, and overall health and wellness.
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, or a field related to the position. Two years of professional business, financial, and/or managerial work experience.
Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or an athletics‑related field. Five years of business work experience within intercollegiate athletics. Familiarity with Banner, Paciolan, and TED/Blackbaud software.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of University Business Policies & Procedures.
Strong attention to detail.
Strong organizational skills.
Self‑motivated with a high degree of personal initiative.
Ability to independently take on a task from inception to implementation.
Championship mindset and expectations.
Displays professionalism and integrity.
Builds and maintains trust between student‑athletes and fellow DIA staff.
Prioritizes and contributes to the life‑changing student‑athlete experience.
Adheres to University, DIA, Big Ten, and NCAA rules and regulations.
Commitment to the Athletics Department and University’s mission and values.
Flexible to various scheduling, including nights, weekend work, some holidays, and team travel.
Maintains professional competency and skills required for professional practice.
Appointment Information This is a 100% full‑time Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12‑month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 6/15/2026. Salary is $55,000–$70,000 and commensurate with experience. Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position.
Benefits This position is eligible for benefits, including Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
Equal Opportunity Employer The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. The University of Illinois System also complies with required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E‑Verify. Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, related conditions, or religion.
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