Senior Development Officer for Athletics
EXPIRED
Posted Date: Oct 10, 2024
Expired Date: Nov 01, 2024QUALIFICATION
-
Salary Expectation
$95,103/yr -
Years of Experience
5+ Years -
Work Type
Full-time
ABOUT PROGRAM
SPORTS/DEPARTMENT
Posting Details
Position Information
Winthrop Position Title
Senior Development Officer for Athletics
State Title
Development Officer II
State Class Code
CC60
State Pay Band
Posting Details
Position Information
Winthrop Position Title
Senior Development Officer for Athletics
State Title
Development Officer II
State Class Code
CC60
State Pay Band
08
Annual Salary/Hiring Range
$95,103
Job Purpose
Reporting to the Associate Vice President for University Advancement and in collaboration with the Athletic Director, the incumbent develops and implements strategies and action plans to secure philanthropic support from donors interested in supporting athletic initiatives through gifts and pledges of $25,000 or more.
Job Summary
Makes personal visits with prospective donors to engage, cultivate, solicit, and steward their gift interest in support of Winthrop’s athletic programs.
Plans and executes local, regional and national travel, as needed.
Manages an active portfolio of approximately 80 prospects in all stages of the gift cycle.
Solicits major gifts and pledges of $25,000 or more.
Completes contact and call reports in a timely fashion on the Raiser’s Edge platform.
Works collaboratively with peer Advancement, Athletics, Foundation and other university staff and volunteers to identify, cultivate, solicit and steward donors.
Assists with Advancement and Athletics programming and initiatives in support of fundraising goals.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree.
At least five years of professional experience in fundraising or related non-profit organizational work, alumni relations, sales or closely related field.
Valid driver’s license.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree.
Knowledge of intercollegiate athletics and/or professional experience working in athletics.
Demonstrated success in building donor/client relationships.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Summary
Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
Proven success with cold-calling techniques.
Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to work successfully with diverse constituencies.
Effective organizational skills and the ability to manage time and travel and successfully juggle competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong research and analytical skills.
Demonstrated self-initiative and creative problem solving abilities.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with members of the campus community and forge strong relationships with alumni and prospective donors.
Ability to exercise discretion and sound judgment in all circumstances.
High level of competency with common MS Office software, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, and working knowledge of or ability to learn Raiser’s Edge
NXT
platform software.
Demonstrated ability to develop and execute annual and long-term work plans.
Travel/Overtime Requirements
Attendance at sporting events and local, regional and national travel required.
License/Certification
Type of Position
Classified
Position Status
Full-Time
FLSA Status
Exempt
Hours Per Week
37.5
Months per Year
12
Posting Detail Information
| Posting Number | 2025033S |
| Open Date | 10/09/2024 |
| Close Date | 10/30/2024 |
| Open Until Filled | No |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | |
| PLEASE NOTE |
*** A resume will not be reviewed to determine whether an applicant meets the qualifications outlined in the job vacancy notice (posting).
* Responses to supplemental questions are considered part of the application; failure to respond will result in disqualification.**
| | NOTICE | |
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Describe how your professional background is applicable to this position and will help you be successful in this role.
(Open Ended Question)
- * Describe your interest in Winthrop University and this particular position.
(Open Ended Question)
- * Describe your experience in/knowledge of intercollegiate athletics.
(Open Ended Question)
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter Optional Documents
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