University of Nevada, Reno
Assistant Athletics Director, Major Gifts
University of Nevada, Reno, Reno, Nevada, United States, 89550
The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. Final applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment.
If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact our recruitment helpline at (775) 784-1495 or
jobs@unr.edu . For UNR Med professional job postings, please contact the Office of Professional Recruitment at (775) 784-6778.
Job DescriptionAthletics at Nevada seeks candidates for the Assistant Athletics Director, Major Gifts.
The Assistant Athletics Director, Major Gifts is responsible for securing major gifts for Nevada Athletics, as well as being assigned various projects and tasks. The position will actively manage a defined portfolio of major gift prospects and donors by guiding their cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship while also growing the base of major gift support through establishment of new relationships.
Duties include but are not limited to:
Manage a portfolio of 80-150 individuals, corporations, and foundations prospects that are assigned with the UNR Foundation.
Manage an additional portfolio of season ticket holders of 50-100 individuals.
Solicit and secure gifts of $10,000-$1,000,000 or more.
Cultivate and steward relationships with individuals who are prospects or donors of Nevada Athletics.
Oversee the athletics department’s implementation of a comprehensive gift acknowledgement program.
Be a sports liaison for the development team, sharing information with coaches about the development and engagement process.
Assist with administrative tasks when needed within the athletics department, including attending events and representing the department in the community.
Required QualificationsBachelor’s Degree and four (4) years OR Master’s Degree and two (2) years of related professional work experience.
Related Experience: Fundraising experience which includes demonstrable experience with individuals in either a higher education, athletic development operation, sales team, or other profession that required the candidate to uncover prospects, make outreach, and meet face-to-face to cultivate and solicit prospects.
Schedule and Travel Requirements
Variable work schedule to include nights and weekends.
Occasional travel.
Compensation GradeAdministrative Faculty – C
To view the salary schedule for this position, please visit:
Salary Schedules
and select Administrative Faculty by Grade. Salary is competitive and commensurate with related education and experience.
Remarkable RetirementOur retirement plan is beyond compare. Your 17.50% contribution is generously matched by the University. With the faculty retirement plan, you are 100% vested your first day.
Perks of Working at UNR
Health insurance options including dental and vision.
Generous annual and sick leave and life insurance.
E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers an annual or semester membership and family membership options.
Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments.
Several Diversity Committees and Affinity Groups focusing on campus-wide diversity initiatives.
Faculty Senate is the principal representing body for faculty.
No state income tax!
Grants-in-aid for Faculty EmployeesThe University is proud to provide a reduced-rate tuition benefit to faculty and qualified dependents. Faculty can take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate.
Faculty Dual Career Assistance ProgramThe University of Nevada, Reno recognizes the importance of addressing dual-career couples’ professional needs. We offer a dual career assistance program to newly hired faculty spouses/partners.
Department InformationThe University of Nevada, Reno has a student body of approximately 21,000. Nevada is a member of the Mountain West Conference and sponsors 16 intercollegiate sports featuring more than 400 student-athletes. The University is situated in Reno, a metropolitan area of 350,000.
Contact Information for this positionSearch Coordinator - Cindy Bowling,
cbowling@unr.edu
Exempt: Yes
Full-Time Equivalent: 100.0%
Required Attachment(s)Please attach the following documents to your application:
Resume/CV
Cover Letter
Contact Information for three professional references
A brief statement (one page maximum) about how you would contribute toward our mission of creating a culturally inclusive environment in the role for which you are applying.
This posting is open until filled. Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately.
Posting Close DateA background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.
The University of Nevada, Reno is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age, disability, gender, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, color, or religion.
About UsThe University of Nevada, Reno is a leading American public research university committed to the promise of a future powered by knowledge. Founded in 1874 as Nevada’s original land-grant university, the University serves 21,000 undergraduate and graduate students from all 50 states and 63 countries.
For more information, please visit the
University’s website .
University of Nevada, Reno
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If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact our recruitment helpline at (775) 784-1495 or
jobs@unr.edu . For UNR Med professional job postings, please contact the Office of Professional Recruitment at (775) 784-6778.
Job DescriptionAthletics at Nevada seeks candidates for the Assistant Athletics Director, Major Gifts.
The Assistant Athletics Director, Major Gifts is responsible for securing major gifts for Nevada Athletics, as well as being assigned various projects and tasks. The position will actively manage a defined portfolio of major gift prospects and donors by guiding their cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship while also growing the base of major gift support through establishment of new relationships.
Duties include but are not limited to:
Manage a portfolio of 80-150 individuals, corporations, and foundations prospects that are assigned with the UNR Foundation.
Manage an additional portfolio of season ticket holders of 50-100 individuals.
Solicit and secure gifts of $10,000-$1,000,000 or more.
Cultivate and steward relationships with individuals who are prospects or donors of Nevada Athletics.
Oversee the athletics department’s implementation of a comprehensive gift acknowledgement program.
Be a sports liaison for the development team, sharing information with coaches about the development and engagement process.
Assist with administrative tasks when needed within the athletics department, including attending events and representing the department in the community.
Required QualificationsBachelor’s Degree and four (4) years OR Master’s Degree and two (2) years of related professional work experience.
Related Experience: Fundraising experience which includes demonstrable experience with individuals in either a higher education, athletic development operation, sales team, or other profession that required the candidate to uncover prospects, make outreach, and meet face-to-face to cultivate and solicit prospects.
Schedule and Travel Requirements
Variable work schedule to include nights and weekends.
Occasional travel.
Compensation GradeAdministrative Faculty – C
To view the salary schedule for this position, please visit:
Salary Schedules
and select Administrative Faculty by Grade. Salary is competitive and commensurate with related education and experience.
Remarkable RetirementOur retirement plan is beyond compare. Your 17.50% contribution is generously matched by the University. With the faculty retirement plan, you are 100% vested your first day.
Perks of Working at UNR
Health insurance options including dental and vision.
Generous annual and sick leave and life insurance.
E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers an annual or semester membership and family membership options.
Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments.
Several Diversity Committees and Affinity Groups focusing on campus-wide diversity initiatives.
Faculty Senate is the principal representing body for faculty.
No state income tax!
Grants-in-aid for Faculty EmployeesThe University is proud to provide a reduced-rate tuition benefit to faculty and qualified dependents. Faculty can take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate.
Faculty Dual Career Assistance ProgramThe University of Nevada, Reno recognizes the importance of addressing dual-career couples’ professional needs. We offer a dual career assistance program to newly hired faculty spouses/partners.
Department InformationThe University of Nevada, Reno has a student body of approximately 21,000. Nevada is a member of the Mountain West Conference and sponsors 16 intercollegiate sports featuring more than 400 student-athletes. The University is situated in Reno, a metropolitan area of 350,000.
Contact Information for this positionSearch Coordinator - Cindy Bowling,
cbowling@unr.edu
Exempt: Yes
Full-Time Equivalent: 100.0%
Required Attachment(s)Please attach the following documents to your application:
Resume/CV
Cover Letter
Contact Information for three professional references
A brief statement (one page maximum) about how you would contribute toward our mission of creating a culturally inclusive environment in the role for which you are applying.
This posting is open until filled. Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately.
Posting Close DateA background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.
The University of Nevada, Reno is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age, disability, gender, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, color, or religion.
About UsThe University of Nevada, Reno is a leading American public research university committed to the promise of a future powered by knowledge. Founded in 1874 as Nevada’s original land-grant university, the University serves 21,000 undergraduate and graduate students from all 50 states and 63 countries.
For more information, please visit the
University’s website .
University of Nevada, Reno
#J-18808-Ljbffr