Associate Director of Development, Atheltics

At the University of Cincinnati Foundation, we commit ourselves to providing a place where everyone belongs. We care deeply about those in our community, while also taking care to nurture new relationships. We have the courage to dream big, drive excellence and uphold integrity in our work.

Structure

The Associate Director of Development, Athletics is an exempt (salaried) position employed by the University of Cincinnati Foundation (UCF) and reports to the Senior Director of Development, Athletics.

Focus

The Associate Director of Development is responsible for raising money and directing assigned fundraising activities for the benefit of the UC Department of Athletics. Activities of the Associate Director will be coordinated with other Athletics and UCF fundraising activities.

Specific Duties

• Qualify, build, and manage a portfolio of assigned donors and prospects; cultivate and solicit emerging mid-level and major gifts ($50,000+) by making visits to alumni and friends within and outside the Cincinnati region in conjunction with the UCF development program.

• Work collaboratively with UCF departments and fundraising specialists (prospect development, gift planning, corporate and foundation relations, and national programs) to enhance fundraising revenue and donor impact.

• Support, implement and maintain good donor stewardship activities in collaboration with UCF Stewardship & Donor Experience and UC Athletics staff.

• Utilize UCF and Athletic resources to focus and prioritize efforts for prospect discovery and expanding leadership giving.

• Maintain quality donor files and reports related to UCF and the athletics fundraising program, including timely submission of contact reports in the Foundation’s database.

• Maintain excellent working relationships with UC Athletics staff, as well as other university and external relations personnel.

• Prepare timely contact reports and ensure the accuracy of monthly reports.

• Participate fully in the UCF prospect and clearance process.

• Other duties, as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with 3-5 years of fundraising experience, or advanced degree with 2-3 years of fundraising experience, preferably in athletics.

• Record of successful gift solicitation and closure.

• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.

• Ability to interact favorably with a diverse group of individuals and to foster strong, productive relationships.

• Ability to travel and attend evening and weekend activities as needed.  Valid driver’s license required for travel.

• A commitment to and passion for the role of development in advancing the mission of the University of Cincinnati and intercollegiate athletics.

What We Offer

The anticipated starting salary range for the Associate Director of Development, Athletics role is $70,000 to $85,000 annually. When determining final offer amount the UC Foundation considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, external market data, as well as, market and business considerations when making compensation decisions.

At the UC Foundation, we understand the importance of providing both a desirable work environment as well as benefits that provide our employee’s peace of mind and work/life balance. We offer a total rewards package inclusive of performance based bonus, as well as, competitive health and wellness benefits, tuition remission, retirement with employer match, paid parental leave, and paid vacation, sick time and holidays, including calendar year-end closing. To learn more, visit our careers page.

Physical Demands

This position is considered to have sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. This position requires:

• Finger use

• Talking

• Hearing

• Repetitive motion of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, this position is subject to outside environmental conditions and indoor conditions.

Pre-Hire Requirements

The UC Foundation seeks talented, collaborative and mission-focused individuals to join our advancement team in driving philanthropic support for the University of Cincinnati and UC Health. All offers of full-time employment are contingent upon passing a criminal background check and drug test. Positions requiring a degree are also contingent upon education verification.