Special Events and Athletic Development Manager

University Of Saint Mary • Leavenworth, KS

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About The Position

The Development Manager – Athletics and Special Events in the Office of University Advancement (UA) is responsible for planning, organizing, and implementing strategies to increase the level of financial support given by alumni, friends, and corporate partners. The Development Manager – Athletics and Special Events will manage all aspects of event planning for the University’s special fundraising events while serving as the liaison between the University’s Advancement, Alumni, and Athletic programs. The Development Manager – Athletics and Special Events will work under the supervision of the Associate Vice President for Advancement and in accordance with the Vice President for Athletics.

Requirements

• Bachelor degree required.
• A minimum of two years of related professional experience; preferably in a university setting.
• Event management experience, preferably in nonprofit fundraising
• Ability to work collaboratively with a variety of constituents to achieve Advancement goals.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities under deadlines
• Effective project management skills.
• Commitment to accuracy and detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective organizational skills and proven ability to successfully manage and prioritize multiple projects and/or tasks to achieve goals and meet timelines.
• Proficient computer skills experience in MS Word Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, including mail merge capabilities.
• Commitment to the Saint Mary mission and its Core Values of Justice, Community, Respect, and Excellence.
• Willingness to travel and work some weekends and evenings.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of event planning for the University’s special fundraising events (Golf Classic, Hall of Fame Banquet, and SpireFest)
• Assist in the planning and execution of all USM Athletic Program fundraising initiatives
• Build and manage a portfolio of annual donors and corporate sponsors to support the University’s athletic programs and special events
• Oversee the University’s Athletics Corporate Sponsorship program, including the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of sponsors
• Assist in identifying and qualifying major gift prospects
• Secure and steward sponsorships ranging from $2,500–$50,000, meeting with prospects monthly
• Manage event budgets, track progress, and conduct post-event evaluations. Assets and set fiscal year fundraising goals and metrics in collaboration with the Vice President of Advancement and the Vice President of Athletics.
• Support donor and alumni cultivation gatherings on campus (e.g., President’s Football Suite, Alumni Reunion, Homecoming).
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Associate Vice President for Advancement and Vice President for Athletics.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• University Paid Basic Life & AD&D
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• generous Tuition Remission for the employee, spouse and dependents under the age of 24 years old

What This Job Offers

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