Advancement Officer for Athletics

College of St Scholastica Inc•Duluth, MN

2d•$53,471 - $69,512•Onsite

About The Position

The Advancement Officer for Athletics (AOA) supports the College's efforts to grow Athletic gift and sponsorship revenue by working with alumni, parents, friends, corporations, and prospective donors who have the potential to support strategic objectives of the College pertaining to athletics. The AOA reports to the Executive Director of Development with a dual reporting line to the Director of Athletics and Recreation. The position works collaboratively within the Office of College Advancement, which includes Development, Alumni Engagement, Advancement Services, and Foundation and Government Resources.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
Experience with office software
Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures
Ability to travel throughout the United States

Nice To Haves

Previous fundraising experience working directly with donors
Knowledge of Division III athletics and particularly the MIAC conference
Understanding of fundraising techniques
Knowledge of tax guidelines regarding charitable giving

Responsibilities

Serve as Advancement staff lead with the Athletics Department
Identify, cultivate, and solicit sponsorships and gift support for Athletics by developing and maintaining relationships with corporations, foundations, and individuals, including alumni, faculty, staff, local and regional businesses
Build collaborative working relationships and serve as development liaison to coaches, College departments, and other key personnel to achieve successful fundraising
Responsible for a portfolio of major sponsorship and gift donors as assigned by the Executive Director of Development and the Director of Athletics and Recreation
Collaborate with the Annual Giving team and departmental colleagues in successful planning and execution of Athletics Week of Giving and other giving days
Attend Advancement staff and prospect management team meetings, as well as key Athletic Department meetings
Develop competency in fundraising and alumni engagement best practices through professional development
Up to 20% of time, the AOA will support operations of the Athletic Department in areas including, but not limited to, strategic planning, NCAA compliance, sport oversight, budget development and management, and student-athlete welfare
Demonstrate commitment to Inclusive Excellence as an expression of the Catholic Benedictine Values and identity of the College
Travel and weekend/evening work as required to fulfill job responsibilities