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Job TitleAssistant Athletic Director for DevelopmentDepartmentDevelopmentFull Time/Part TimeFull-TimeRequisition NumberS20282Open Date12/03/2019Close Date01/03/2020Salary Information

Salary Commensurate with Experience and Qualifications

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Benefits EligibleYesEligible for OvertimeNoPosition Summary

Under the general supervision of the senior associate athletic director for development, the assistant athletic director for development will plan, organize, and manage the development of major gift support for athletics department fundraising priorities. The assistant athletic director will identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major gift donor prospects at the $100K+ level and will work with key volunteers in assigned regions/groups. This position may also be responsible for developing and executing the fundraising strategy for a specific campaign program priority related to athletics and working with assigned volunteer groups.

Education RequiredBachelor's DegreeMajor/DisciplineSubstitution for Education RequirementExperience may not be substituted for the education requirement.Education Preferred

Master’s degree

Experience Required3 yearsType of Experience

Professional fundraising or equivalent experience with a demonstrated track record of soliciting, closing, and stewarding major gifts.

Substitution for Experience RequirementEducation may not be substituted for the experience requirement.Experience Preferred

- Experience working in a fundraising capacity within a Division I intercollegiate athletics department
- Experience working in a capital campaign
- Experience with planned giving, or corporate and foundation fundraising
- Experience working in education, nonprofit industry, or a related field

License/Certification Required

Valid Texas Driver’s License (or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment) required with no more than three moving violations within the past 36 months and no convictions or deferred dispositions for Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) or Driving Under the Influence (DUI) within the past five years.

License/Certification Preferred

Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE)

Skills Required

- Ability to learn new strategies
- Written and verbal communication skills
- Data analysis skills
- Ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Good organizational and time management skills
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team to meet expected deadlines and schedules
- Attention to detail and ability to quickly understand and remember details about alumni/donors and projects to which they are assigned

Skills Preferred

- Working knowledge of fundraising database software
- Familiarity with fundraising in a higher education environment

Internal / External Contacts

Internal Contacts: The incumbent is in contact with all areas of the campus in person, by telephone, and electronically. S/he has extensive contact and occasional travel with the upper-level administrators.

External Contacts: The incumbent is in personal contact with a wide range of volunteers, donors, and alumni.

Physical Demands

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Working Conditions

- Works athletic events
- Travel is required up to 20% of the time

Essential Personnel

Position is not considered essential during a campus emergency.

Rice University Standard of Civility

Serves as a representative of the University, displaying courtesy, tact, consideration and discretion in all interactions with other members of the Rice community and with the public.

Security Sensitive Special Instructions to ApplicantsQuick Link for Postinghttp://jobs.rice.edu/postings/22283 Job Functions

Essential Functions

- Maintains a portfolio of major gift prospects through the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of donors with an emphasis on $100K+gifts
- Identifies fundraising priorities and devises plans and strategies to accomplish goals
- Works collaboratively with athletics staff and development colleagues in support of fundraising initiatives
- Collaborates on development-related communications and events
- Performs all other duties as assigned

Additional Functions or InformationApplicant DocumentsRequired Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a bachelor's degree?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Do you have three years of professional fundraising or equivalent experience with a demonstrated track record of soliciting, closing, and stewarding major gifts?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Do you possess (or have ability to obtain within 30 days of hire) and maintain a valid Texas driver's license?
   • Yes
   • No
4. * Have you had four or more moving violations and/or at fault accidents in the past three years?
   • Yes
   • No
5. * Do you have any convictions or deferred dispositions for Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) or Driving Under the Influence (DUI) within the past five years?
   • Yes
   • No
6. * Please provide the salary or range that you would require or consider for this position.

   (Open Ended Question)