Assistant Director of Development - Athletics

Brigham Young University•Provo, UT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is for an Assistant Director of Development within BYU Athletics. The position requires a commitment to BYU's distinctive mission and vision, with the Gospel of Jesus Christ as its foundation, and a deep care for the individual successes and challenges of student-athletes. The ideal candidate strives for excellence and can thrive in a dynamic, challenging, and rewarding environment. The role involves cultivating and securing major gifts to advance BYU Athletics, designing and executing development activities, meeting annual fundraising goals, networking with donors and community leaders, and leveraging relationships within the Cougar Club. Additionally, the position involves engaging and assisting donors by providing exceptional service, supporting Cougar Club memberships, facilitating interactions between donors and the athletic department, and guiding donors in planned giving. The role also includes hosting donors at events and representing BYU Athletics as an ambassador.

Requirements

A firm commitment to the mission of BYU
Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, marketing, public relations, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education/experience.
All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend, which may be verified during the application process.

Nice To Haves

5 years of proven experience in fundraising, development, or a related field, with a demonstrated ability to cultivate and close major gifts.
Background in athletics as a student-athlete, coach, and/or administrator
Proven fundraising skills within a university athletic department, including a demonstrated ability to successfully solicit and secure major gifts

Responsibilities

Build and manage a portfolio of prospective donors, focusing on major gift opportunities to advance BYU Athletics.
Design and execute innovative development activities to enhance donor retention, reactivation, acquisition, and growth.
Meet or exceed annual fundraising goals through personalized outreach and effective donor engagement.
Network extensively with current donors and influential leaders in the professional, business, and civic communities.
Leverage relationships within the Cougar Club membership base to identify and engage new donors.
Provide exceptional service to current donors, ensuring their ongoing connection to and satisfaction with BYU Athletics.
Support Cougar Club memberships, assisting with ticket renewals, attending events, and addressing donor needs.
Facilitate meaningful interactions between donors, administrators, coaches, and student-athletes to deepen relationships and demonstrate the impact of donor contributions.
Guide donors in fulfilling their planned giving interests and desires, aligning their philanthropic goals with BYU Athletics’ priorities.
Host prospective and current donors at events, games, and personal meetings to create memorable, impactful experiences.
Serve as a key ambassador for BYU Athletics, representing the program’s values, vision, and achievements to stakeholders.

Benefits

401k. BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. Additionally, if you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4% (Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans)
13 paid holidays + 22 days paid vacation + 12 sick days, accrued annually
Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household
Tuition benefits for employees and eligible family members
Access to athletic facilities
Excellent medical/dental benefits
Short/long-term disability benefits
Paid parental and maternity leave
Wellness Program
Free on-campus parking
Free UTA passes for employees, spouses, and qualified dependents
Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU