Assistant Director, Development - Office of Athletics

University of Akron • Akron, OH

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About The Position

Cultivates and solicits private financial support from individuals, foundations, corporations, and by special programs. Maintains a charitable giving program for the Athletics Department. Assists the Director of Development in establishing annual and long-range goals and objectives for generating private financial resources inclusive of individuals, foundations, corporations, and other support. Prepares and implements funding raising solicitation materials, prospect lists, and reports as appropriate. Coordinates efforts of fund-raising volunteers as necessary. Acknowledges receipt of gifts from donors and implements appropriate stewardship programs. Makes direct calls to prospective contributors as necessary and appropriate.

Requirements

• Requires a relevant Bachelor's Degree.
• Preferred minimum 2 years experience fund raising or equivalent experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in higher education is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a charitable giving program for the Athletics Department.
• Assists the Director of Development in establishing annual and long-range goals and objectives for generating private financial resources inclusive of individuals, foundations, corporations, and other support.
• Prepares and implements funding raising solicitation materials, prospect lists, and reports as appropriate.
• Coordinates efforts of fund-raising volunteers as necessary.
• Acknowledges receipt of gifts from donors and implements appropriate stewardship programs.
• Makes direct calls to prospective contributors as necessary and appropriate.

Benefits

• The University of Akron offers a competitive total compensation package comprised of a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, and paid leave of absences including time off for illness, vacation, and maternity or paternity leave.
• In addition, eligible employees and their dependents are provided tuition remission.
• All staff and eligible non-bargaining unit faculty have the option to request a Flexible Work Arrangement (FWA).
• The University of Akron participates in state retirement systems and offers alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.
• Optional investment opportunities are available including deferred compensation programs (403(b) and 457(b)).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director