Sr. Associate Athletic Director, Athletics Philanthropy

Job Title:

 Senior Director, Athletics Philanthropy (Sr. Associate Athletic Director, Athletics Philanthropy)

 Kent, OH

Salary:

  $98,000-$120,000

Basic Function:

Responsible for managing a portfolio of major ($25,000+) and principal ($1,000,000+) gift prospects in order to generate private gift support for Intercollegiate Athletics, including the supervision of other philanthropic advisors supporting the engagement and cultivation of former student-athletes and university donors. Reports to Associate Vice President, Philanthropy. 

Additional Basic Function – if applicable:

Examples of Duties:

Duties/essential functions may include, but not be limited to, the following: 

Secure major and principal gifts for the university focusing on individuals and coordinating with corporate and foundation relations staff as well as any third-party athletics vendors staff on corporate and foundation donors.

Creates long-term plans and goals for the successful operation of the major gifts program for athletics, while identifying new prospects by working closely with prospect development in the Division of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement (DPAE). 

Participate on the leadership team for the vice president and director of athletics and serve as the liaison of athletics priorities and information to other members of the athletics philanthropy team.  

In partnership with DPAE and athletics' leadership, develop and implement strategy for the Vice President, Director of Athletics donor engagements and outreach. Includes travel with AD and/or President on major development trips, events and donor engagements. 

May assist in planning and developing special projects relative to interests of prospects. 

Work with DPAE Communications and Events to coordinate marketing and outreach efforts to target key constituency groups. 

Provide direct supervision of philanthropy staff within athletics and provide leadership in setting annual fundraising goals, objectives and strategies. 

Serve on various campus and community committees, task forces, councils, etc.

Partner on a day-to-day basis with athletics' philanthropy staff, including annual giving, communications, events and operations, reporting directly to operations units within DPAE. 

Collaborate with coaches, athletics' senior staff, and university leadership to develop compelling philanthropic priorities. 

Serve as liaison between Athletics and the Division of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement, (DPAE) regarding prospect activity.

Perform related duties as assigned.  

Additional Examples of Duties – if applicable:

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in relevant field and five years' progressively responsible fundraising and/or sales experience required.  

License/Certification:

Valid driver's license.

Knowledge Of:

Functional knowledge of institutional fundraising processes from individuals * 
Must possess a broad institutional perspective and have excellent management and planning skills, as well as a proactive style of leadership that encourages teamwork and interaction *
Business processes in advancement operations, including prospect management and tracking, donor relations, and gift processing *
NCAA Division I athletics, NIL regulations and the evolving landscape of collegiate sports fundraising

Skill In:

Excellent interpersonal skills, written and verbal communications *
Public relations skills * 
Utilizing Microsoft Office Suite and other applicable software *
Organizing information and projects and adhering to deadlines
Managing a high-performing team and driving measurable revenue outcomes, specifically in intercollegiate athletics

Ability To:

Research, cultivate and manage donor relations *
Work independently and as part of a team *
Provide leadership and direction * 
Multi-task while managing multiple projects and assignments *
Demonstrated progressive fundraising ability * 
Prepare proposals and reports *
Travel and participate in evening and weekend work-related activities
Fostering collaboration, innovation and delivering donor-centered outcomes* 

Preferred Qualifications – if applicable:

Experience in higher education fundraising and intercollegiate athletics. 

Experience partnering or participating in comprehensive revenue strategies that include philanthropy, marketing, ticketing and external partnerships. 

Assessments:

Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge, skills, abilities which require assessments

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

Working Schedule:

 Non-traditional hours to include evenings and weekends as needed.

Additional Information:

Must pass a security check.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Disclaimer:

The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Kent State University reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.