Assistant/Associate Athletics Director for Development

Assistant/Associate Athletics Director for Development
Salary:
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2015-1602876
Location: CA 94556-1541, CA
Department: Vice Pres, Advancement
Closing: 7/9/2021 11:59 PM Pacific

Background
Founded in 1863, Saint Mary's is a residential campus nestled 20 miles east of San Francisco in the picturesque Moraga Valley. Based in the Catholic, Lasallian and Liberal Arts traditions, Saint Mary's currently enrolls more than 4,000 students from diverse backgrounds in undergraduate and graduate programs. The De La Salle Christian Brothers, the largest teaching order of the Roman Catholic Church, guide the spiritual and academic character of the College.

As a comprehensive and independent institution, Saint Mary's offers undergraduate and graduate programs integrating liberal and professional education. Saint Mary's reputation for excellence, innovation, and responsiveness in education stems from its vibrant heritage as a Catholic, Lasallian and Liberal Arts institution. An outstanding, committed faculty and staff that value shared inquiry, integrative learning, and student interaction bring these traditions to life in the 21st century. The College is committed to the educational benefits of diversity.

Responsibilities
Note: The position will be hired either at the Assistant Director or the Associate Director level depending on the experience of the candidate selected.

Reporting to the Senior Associate Athletics Director for Advancement, the Assistant/Associate Athletics Director for Development is responsible for executing all events benefiting the unrestricted and restricted annual athletic goals set forth by the Vice President of Advancement and Vice President of Intercollegiate Athletics. This includes sponsorship, volunteer, campus partner and prospect identification and cultivation to increase revenue for annual Athletic priorities. Meeting the expectations for continual expansion of Athletic Development programming and revenue goals is essential to this position's success.

1. Lead the planning and execution for all athletic development event fundraisers benefiting the Gael Athletic Fund. Responsible for meeting fund-raising and attendance goals for all events in partnership with the Associate Director of Athletics for Development and Senior Associate Director of Athletics for Advancement. Lead sponsorship outreach, identification and partnership on solicitations. Also, responsible for post event follow up and communication to donors, volunteers and sponsors. Other tasks include marketing, logistics, volunteer coordination, bookkeeping, auction item fulfillment, campus partner communication and briefings, both pre and post event.

2. Coordinate all athletic development event fundraisers benefiting the team fund and endowment priorities, including Tip Off Dinner, Meet the Gaels, Meet the Players, Bases Loaded Brunch, XC Texas Hold'em and additional events as assigned. Responsible for meeting fund-raising and attendance goals for all events in partnership with the Associate Director of Athletics for Development and Senior Associate Director of Athletics for Advancement. Also, responsible for post event follow up and communication to donors, volunteers and sponsors. Other tasks include marketing, logistics, volunteer coordination, book keeping, auction item fulfillment, campus partner communication and briefings, both pre and post event.

3. Develop and coordinate campus partner (coach) relationships and volunteer committees, as assigned, to benefit athletic fundraising & event goals. Includes the management of various coach and volunteer relationships to increase philanthropic and sponsorship opportunities. Work with Annual Giving team and coaches to program crowdfunding opportunities.

4. Identify alumni, parents, and friends that are potential prospects and sponsors for future assignment to GO team and solicitation, based on involvement in Athletic Development events. Growth in major donor identification and sponsorship opportunities will be coordinated through conversation with the Senior Director of Development and Prospect Management.

5. Responsible for assisting in stewardship activities, including reporting on impact of participation, planning and executing small gatherings, and other programming as identified.

6. Manage Athletic Development student workers and interns.

7. Other Duties as Assigned Assist with other Development assignments as requested.

Experience and Qualifications
Education: REQUIRED: Bachelor's PREFERRED: Master's

Experience: Five or more years of successful budgetary, marketing or related administrative experience in a higher education setting is highly desired.

Assistant Director: One year of related experience. Associate Director: Three years of directly related experience at an assistant director or program management level.
Skills/Abilities: Budgetary expertise; marketing and strategic planning skills; data management and analysis; detail-orientation; collaborative communication and decision making skills.

Licenses & Certifications: REQUIRED: N/A PREFERRED: N/A

Other Requirements: Commitment to the aims and ideals of the College. Some evening and weekend work.

Supplemental Information
Supplemental Information Application Instructions: Please apply online at http://jobs.stmarys-ca.edu
Include a cover letter that specifically addresses how you meet the qualifications and are prepared to support the mission of the College

A resume

The name and contact information for three (3) professional references.

In applying for a position, candidates sign a consent authorizing a broader inquiry which may include reference checks, a motor vehicle check, and a third party background check.

Saint Mary's is an equal employment opportunity employer. We support inclusive excellence and are committed to creating a safe and welcoming community for all.

College policy prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, gender stereotyping, and gender identity, taking a protected leave (e.g. family medical or pregnancy leave), or on any other basis protected by applicable laws.

Saint Mary's College annually collects information about campus crimes and other reportable incidents in accordance with the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. To view the Saint Mary's College Report, please go to the Public Safety website at http://www.stmarys-ca.edu/public-safety/annual-security-and-fire-safety-report-0. To request a paper copy please call Public Safety at (925) 631-4284. The report includes the type of crime, venue, and number of occurrences.


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