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.