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Associate Athletic Director of Development

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unf logoUnf · Jacksonville, FL
Full-timeOn-site2w ago
BashCRMLeadershipStrategic Planning
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$70,000.00 to Negotiable AnnualGeneral Description / Primary PurposeJob FunctionsFundraising & Donor EngagementServe as the primary driver of fundraising efforts for the Swoop Impact Fund, including strategic planning, donor solicitation, growth of annual participation, and stewardship.Responsible for seeking, identifying, cultivating, and soliciting major gifts and partnerships on behalf of the Athletics Department.Conducts an average of three to five substantive donor visits per week to discover, cultivate, solicit, and steward philanthropic support.Meet annual revenue and membership goals for the Osprey Club and Athletics Development as established by the Director of Athletics, Senior Associate AD, and University Development's Assistant VP.Identify and qualify new prospects for major gifts and support of Athletic Department priorities; document all activity in the CRM database.Develop new sources of fundraising and revenue generation, including increases in annual giving from current donors and future prospects.Nurture long-term relationships with donors, including individuals, corporations, and foundations.Attend donor events as a representative of the Athletic Department and maximize these events for cultivation and stewardship opportunities.Work with the Senior Associate AD and AVP of Development to support bequests, trusts, and other planned giving opportunities.Campaigns, Premium Seating & Special InitiativesLead planning and execution of Giving Day and 904 Day, coordinating messaging, goals, volunteer engagement, and collaboration with University Advancement.Oversee sales of premium seating, including suites, club areas, and hospitality products, ensuring strong customer experience and revenue growth.Support strategy, execution, and follow‑up for sport-specific fundraising initiatives and donor-driven campaigns.Events & Special ProjectsAssist in planning and execution of fundraising events, including Swoop Into the Season, UNF Fore Scholarships Golf Classic, Blue & Gray Bash, and other special events.Organize and lead the Athletics Hall of Fame Committee, guiding nomination review, selection, event planning, and overall execution of the Hall of Fame program.Create publications, collateral, and promotional materials for cultivation and solicitation efforts.Collaboration & Administrative ResponsibilitiesAttend University Development and Alumni Engagement (UDAE) staff meetings and PTS meetings; maintain accurate and updated CRM records.Work collaboratively with University Development staff in the areas of prospect identification, stewardship, proposal development, and campaign planning.Complete other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics, Senior Associate AD, or UDAE Assistant VP related to departmental fundraising goals.Additional ResponsibilitiesActive member of the Athletics External Operations team.Represent the Athletic Department and University as needed on committees, boards, and community engagements.Perform other duties as assigned by the Senior Associate AD, Assistant AD, or UDAE Assistant VP that support overall fundraising success.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesSupervises athletics coordinator as well as other support roles as needed. Serves as acting department head for Athletics Development in the absence of the Senior Associate AD.Required QualificationsMaster's and 2+ years of relevant experience or Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219. For more information about this position, please contact Derek Marinatos, derek.marinatos@unf.edu .Statement(s) of UnderstandingThis position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University's policy, this position may also require a credit check.

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Department Athletics, Development


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