Director of Development for Athletics

Job Title: Director of Development for Athletics

Division: Advancement

Supervisor: Associate Vice President for Advancement

Hours: Full-Time

Job Summary

Develop and maintain relationships with donors and potential donors and encourage their continued support. Specifically develop and manage a comprehensive program designed to create financial support for Athletic activities and facilities. Create and retain positive relationships with athletic boosters/contributors to encourage their interaction with TU.

Essential Functions

· Manages the Institutional Advancement stewardship and gift giving policies.

· Identify, cultivate and solicit prospects (donors) including individuals, corporations and foundations for Annual fund /Capital gifts.

· Organizes cultivation/special events (showcase events, luncheons, galas, etc.) for the Advancement Office.

· Assist in the development and production of fundraising materials.

· Develop and implement an athletic alumni strategy to increase alumni participation in annual giving.

· Participate with the Alumni Association or booster clubs with meetings, minutes, and fundraisers as well as the ensure athletic alumni records are up to date in the data base.

· Assist with organizing homecomings, and other alumni related activities and special events with the objective to of increasing alumni participation.

· Assist Alumni Board of Governors (ABOG) with alumni related material for the Alumni Newsletter and provide editorial assistance.

· Assist with athletic special events such as half-time recognitions and athletic receptions.

· Provide timely, written reports regarding the outcome of cultivation and solicitation activities.

· Supports all functions within the Advancement Office.

· Performs other appropriate duties as designated and assigned by the Associate Vice President for Institutional Advancement.

· Maintain confidentiality in all matters pertaining to donors.

Other Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree in related field.

· Five or more years in fund raising.

· Personal commitment to the mission of Thomas University.

· Maintain a professional manner while handling multiple projects.

· Professional experience in all aspects of development.

· Available for travel on some occasions.

· Ability to work weekends and some holidays.

· Strong personal skills in a social setting.

· Knowledge of computer-based software (i.e. word processing, spreadsheets,

Power point, and Publisher.