Assistant Director (Director of the Maverick Club)

Job Summary

Assistant Director (Director of the Maverick Club) will serve as a key member of the Athletics Development team by support efforts to build and expand membership in the

UTA

Athletics Maverick Club.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

In coordination with the Deputy Athletic Director for Development (

DADD

), develop and execute an annual giving strategy that will grow participation in the Maverick Club including the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of athletics constituents.

Maintain a portfolio of high-touch annual giving prospects.

In coordination with the Head Coaches, the Athletic Director (AD), and the Senior Athletic Director for Development support all sport specific annual support campaigns including direct mail and events, etc.

Schedule internal and external meetings and prospect appointments.

Prepare correspondence, briefing and solicitation materials for meetings with donors and prospects.

Respond to inquiries by phone, in person, or by mail.

Maintain donor database (Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge

NXT

) records, including the Maverick Club, to track donor activity, record updates and accurate prospect management in coordination with the Prospect Management and Research team in the office of Development and Alumni Relations.

Assist with items related to external relations for Athletics.

Help coordinate and work at athletic events such as Hall of Honor, golf tournaments, Maverick Club functions, and other fundraising events.

Must adhere to

NCAA

, Western Athletic Conference (

WAC

) and University Athletics Compliance rules and regulations.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree.

Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience or an equivalent mix of education and relevant experience in similar role.

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum of one (1) year experience in a development/fundraising, university, or non-profit environment.

Athletics fundraising experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Professional organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.

Advanced knowledge using office technology, including Microsoft Word, Adobe software, email, and the Internet.

Knowledge of standard media reproduction and electronic publishing techniques.

Ability to work effectively across Athletic Department business units.

Must be a self-starter with an extremely high attention to detail, while possessing the ability to prioritize workload for timely completion of important tasks.

Must be able to maintain confidential information.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple project deadlines.

Advanced time management and customer service skills.

Advanced knowledge of computer technology including the ability to use specialized software packages for spreadsheets, graphics, word processing and database management.

Willingness to learn new software including database programs and preference given to candidates with

CRM

expertise.

Ability to complete all physical tasks as needed.

Other Requirements

Working Conditions

Will require frequent local travel and evening and weekend hours.

Use of a personal vehicle for work-related local travel.

Special Conditions for Eligibility

CBC Requirement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (

UTA

or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.

University Information

The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities.

UTA

is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students,

UTA

is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research,

UTA

is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution.

UTA

ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023).

UTA

is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (

HSI

) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (

AANAPISI

), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.

Furthermore,

UTA

is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its

RISE

100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position

UTA

as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/pr... . The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join

UTA

during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.

ADA Accommodations

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu .

Posting Detail Information

| Number of Vacancies | 1 | | Open Until Filled | | | Minimum Number of References Required | 3 | | Maximum Number of References Accepted | 3 | | Special Instructions to Applicants |
Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major. |

Requirement Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * What is the highest level of education attained?

   • GED
   • High School Diploma
   • Associate's Degree
   • Bachelor's Degree
   • Master's Degree
   • PhD or equivalent

2. * How many years of experience do you have working in higher education?

   • None/less than 1 year
   • 2 to 3 years
   • 4 to 5 years
   • 6 years or more

3. * How many years of experience do you have working with sport specific fund-raising units (i.e. booster clubs, parent’s clubs, etc.)?

   • None/less than 1 year
   • 1 to 2 years
   • 3 or more years

4. * How many years of professional experience in annual giving, major gift fundraising or closely related field do you have?

   • None/less than 1 year
   • 1 to 2 years
   • 2 to 3 years
   • 3 years or more

5. * How many years of experience do you have using a donor database management system or related software?

   • None/less than 1 year
   • 1 to 2 years
   • 2 to 3 years
   • More than 3 years

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents 1. Resume or CV 2. Cover/Interest Letter

Optional Documents

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