Athletics Philanthropy Offr-Major Gifts

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title

Athletics Philanthropy Offr-Major Gifts

Requisition Number

RE49878

Working Title

Athletics Philanthropy Officer - Major Gifts

Department Name

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Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title

Athletics Philanthropy Offr-Major Gifts

Requisition Number

RE49878

Working Title

Athletics Philanthropy Officer - Major Gifts

Department Name

12E00:UKAA - External Operations

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Grade Level

46

Salary Range

$52,021-85,800/year

Type of Position

Staff

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Required Education

BA

Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

5 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

To be able to lift, push, pull objects up to 25 lbs.

Shift

Days (Typically 8:00-5:00pm) and some weekends and evenings.

Job Summary

The University of Kentucky Athletics department is seeking an experienced, enthusiastic development professional with a proven record of developing and implementing innovative fundraising strategies, creating new relationships with donor prospects and finalizing major gifts. Our Athletics Philanthropy Major Gifts Officer will identify, cultivate, solicit, and encourage philanthropic support for the University of Kentucky Athletics program with an immediate focus on increasing the number of donors and increasing revenues from philanthropy to support the experience of UK student-athletes. The successful candidate assumes a key role in assisting the Department’s leadership with developing ongoing strategic philanthropic messaging efforts within the University of Kentucky’s K Fund department.

The preferred candidate must have excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills, as well as effective time management and organizational skills. The successful candidate must adhere to all UK,

SEC

&

NCAA

rules and regulations.

Internal Employee Being Considered

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply

04/14/2025

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * As part of the Southeastern Conference, candidates considered for staff or coaching positions within UK Athletics are required to disclose any unethical conduct. Please answer the below questions regarding your personal NCAA record. Have you ever been charged with a violation of NCAA 10.1 Unethical Conduct by the NCAA or any NCAA member institution?

   • Yes
   • No

2. * Have you ever been charged with a NCAA Level I, II or III, secondary or major violation?

   • Yes
   • No

3. * If you answered yes, to either of the previous two questions, please list all violations in which you’ve been charged or were involved. If you answered no to both of the previous questions please type: N/A.

(Open Ended Question)

1. * Are you currently involved in any pending NCAA investigation, charges and/or violations of NCAA legislation?

   • Yes
   • No

2. * Has the NCAA Committee on Infractions ever issued you show-cause penalty?

   • Yes
   • No

3. * I agree to and understand that failure to disclose any NCAA violation or false information regarding my NCAAcompliance history will result in removal of my application for consideration.

   • Yes
   • No

4. * Have you participated in a Capital Campaign? If yes, please explain.

(Open Ended Question)

1. * Have you used a CRM software? If yes, which one?

(Open Ended Question)

1. * Have you been responsible for fundraising seven plus figure gifts? If yes, please explain.

(Open Ended Question)

1. * Would you describe yourself as a self-motivator? If yes, why?

(Open Ended Question)

1. * How would you describe yourself working in a team environment?

(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

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