Assistant Athletics Director & Director of Stewardship, Signature Events and Engagement

Advancement at the University of Colorado Boulder (CU Boulder) encourages applications for an Assistant Athletics Director & Director of Stewardship, Signature Events and Engagement! This role plays a significant role in strategizing, leading and implementing programmatic donor relations and alumni engagement efforts for the Buff Club. This position is critical to the engagement efforts for the Office of Advancement at CU Boulder and manages a team of 2 full-time staff responsible for donor relations, compliance, alumni engagement, and signature events.

Reporting to the Sr. Associate AD/Assistant Vice Chancellor for Advancement, this position and its team are tasked with stewarding donors, engaging alumni and other constituents, promoting the reputation of the Colorado Athletics, and increasing overall philanthropic support for CU Boulder. This position will successfully navigate the substantial complexity of working with various internal and external constituents and balancing the needs of separate entities while still fulfilling the strategic needs of the unit and the Office of Advancement.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

At CU Boulder Advancement, we are committed to fostering an environment where everyone matters and all can thrive. This dedication is rooted in our core values and our mission to drive impactful fundraising and engagement. Our team actively engages in learning, reflection, and the transformation of systems, policies, and practices that perpetuate oppressive ideologies—including racism, sexism, ableism, and heterosexism. We recognize our responsibility to lead by example in building a supportive and inclusive culture for both internal colleagues and external partners. We hold ourselves accountable through individual and divisional goals that continuously assess our progress, growth, and outcomes—ensuring alignment with our mission and values every step of the way.

What You Should Know

This position may require local, regional, and out-of-state travel to engage with university constituents.

This position works on campus 5 days a week.

This position will occasionally be required to work evenings/weekends.

What We Can Offer

The salary range is $100,000 - $120,000 annually. Relocation assistance is available within Advancement guidelines.

Athletic Event Tickets: Per Athletic Department Policy and NCAA regulations,

Nike Elite Employee Benefit. Per Nike Elite Policy.

At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation.

What We Require

Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience: 4+ years of professional, job related experience including 1+ years of team lead or supervision experience.

Experience developing, planning and rolling out strategy.

Program and event management experience.

Special Instructions

To view this job ad in its entirety and apply to this position, please visit: https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Assistant-Athletics-Director-Director-of-Stewardship-Signature-Events-and-Engagement/69555

Please apply by February 2, 2026 for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.