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Description
Under the direction of the Vice President of UAAE, the Associate Athletic Director for Development will solicit private support for The University of Tulsa, specifically focusing on Golden Hurricane Athletics. This individual will be responsible for discovery, engagement, solicitation, and stewardship of major gift donors and prospects for the TU Department of Athletics.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Design and execute fundraising goals and strategies that support and advance the athletics agenda through collaboration with the Director of Athletics and the Office of UAAE.
- Staff the AD and coaches on donor and prospect calls, including travel to cities outside of Tulsa, and actively assist in identifying new prospective donors.
- Maintain an active schedule of donor/prospect visits with an expectation of 20 qualified visits monthly.
- Analyze and evaluate donor trends for athletics constituencies for new and/or upgraded gifts, and special giving opportunities.
- Mentor the Director of Development for Athletics and assist in developing strategies for Golden Hurricane Champions Fund solicitations.
- Working with the Senior Director of Advancement Communications, develop proposals for support of major athletics initiatives.
JOB COMPETENCIES AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Master’s degree preferred.
- Three or more years professional experience in higher education fundraising, sales and marketing, or equivalent experience.
- Demonstrated success in soliciting and closing major gifts.
- Demonstrated ability to think strategically and creatively about engaging donors.
- Ability to create a climate of confidence and trust on the part of donors and colleagues.
- Good sense of humor and ability to have fun.