Assistant Athletic Director for Annual Giving

Texas A&M University System•Corpus Christi, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant AD for Annual Giving will oversee all aspects of Islanders Athletics annual giving fundraising, including annual fund and the Islanders Club, and will create a strategic plan for philanthropic annual giving growth in athletics development. This role is focused on growing participation in annual funds and the Islanders Club, executing associated events throughout the year, and building a sustainable annual fund operation. The position is forward facing as a key point of contact for Islanders Athletics donors and colleagues throughout campus. This position will report to the Deputy AD / AVP for Intercollegiate Athletics and have a dotted line reporting to the Executive AVP for Development in Institutional Advancement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field.
Two (2) years of related experience.
High school diploma/GED with six (6) years of related experience
Associate’s degree in an applicable field with four (4) years of related experience
Master’s degree in an applicable field
Willingness and ability to travel.
Knowledge of database and spreadsheet applications.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
Ability to maintain a thorough knowledge of, and adhere to, all University, Association, Conference, and NCAA rules and regulations.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree.
Experience in a development position or a related external athletics field.
Experience in Raiser’s Edge or similar CRM database.
Intercollegiate athletics development experience.

Responsibilities

Identify, cultivate, solicit and steward donors for Islanders Athletics Islanders Club leadership annual giving program
Develop, implement and evaluate annual campaigns for all Islanders Athletics annual giving programs
Manage all Islanders Athletics external annual giving relationships, including vendors and other institutional partners for the successful execution of the annual giving program
Manage solicitation program of team excellence funds
Coordinate with the University's Director of Annual Giving and Development Officer on solicitation timing, mailing list, and messaging to ensure solicitations are coordinated with other efforts across campus
Coordinate with the Advancement Services team to monitor and evaluate the growth, cost effectiveness, return on investment and productivity of all Islanders Athletics annual giving programs
Coordinate with the Associate Director of Donor Engagement to ensure the implementation of an effective donor recognition plan for Islanders Athletics annual giving donors
Lead the planning and coordination of Islanders Club events
Plan and host events as needed for the Islanders Athletics annual giving program
Attend and assist at designated Islanders Athletics and University Institutional Advancement events as appropriate
Manage communication platforms used to connect with Islanders Athletics' annual giving donors, former student athletes, and friends.
Build and maintain the Islanders Club website and social media presence.
Other duties as assigned by the VP for Student Engagement and Success & Intercollegiate Athletics or Deputy AD / AVP for Intercollegiate Athletics in coordination with the Executive AVP for Development and Vice President of Institutional Advancement.

Benefits

Medical $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value). Up to 83% of premium covered by the university: Employee and Spouse Employee and Children Employee and Family coverage
Dental & Vision
Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account
On-campus wellness opportunities
Work Life Solutions: Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources
Tuition Benefits: Public Loan Forgiveness
Book scholarships 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).
Retirement Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)
Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan
Time Off: 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month.
8 hours of sick leave time off every month.
8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.
12-15 paid holidays each year.