Advancement Officer for Athletics

The College of St. Scholastica; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The College of St. Scholastica seeks an Advancement Officer for Athletics to help grow athletic gift and sponsorship revenue by developing relationships with alumni, parents, friends, corporations, and donors.

The role reports to the Executive Director of Development with a dual reporting line to Athletics leadership. In collaboration with the Office of College Advancement, this position advances fundraising strategies, supports Athletics Week of Giving, travels as needed, and contributes to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Experience with office software.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
• Ability to travel throughout the United States.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Advancement staff lead with the Athletics Department and solicit sponsorships and gifts.
• Develop and maintain relationships with corporations, foundations, and individuals including alumni.
• Act as development liaison to coaches, departments and key personnel to achieve fundraising goals.
• Collaborate with Annual Giving and colleagues on Athletics Week of Giving and giving days.
• Attend advancement staff and prospect management meetings and athletic department meetings.
• Develop competence in fundraising and alumni engagement best practices.

Skills

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Multitasking

Diversity & inclusion

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Office software

Job description

The Advancement Officer for Athletics (AOA) supports the College's efforts to grow Athletic gift and sponsorship revenue by working with alumni, parents, friends, corporations, and prospective donors who have the potential to support strategic objectives of the College pertaining to athletics.

The AOA reports to the Executive Director of Development with a dual reporting line to the Director of Athletics and Recreation. The position works collaboratively within the Office of College Advancement, which includes Development, Alumni Engagement, Advancement Services, and Foundation and Government Resources.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as Advancement staff lead with the Athletics Department Identify, cultivate, and solicit sponsorships and gift support for Athletics by developing and maintaining relationships with corporations, foundations, and individuals, including alumni, faculty, staff, local and regional businesses;
• Build collaborative working relationships and serve as development liaison to coaches, College departments, and other key personnel to achieve successful fundraising;
• Responsible for a portfolio of major sponsorship and gift donors as assigned by the Executive Director of Development and the Director of Athletics and Recreation;
• Collaborate with the Annual Giving team and departmental colleagues in successful planning and execution of Athletics Week of Giving and other giving days;
• Attend Advancement staff and prospect management team meetings, as well as key Athletic Department meetings;
• Develop competency in fundraising and alumni engagement best practices through professional development;
• Up to 20% of time, the AOA will support operations of the Athletic Department in areas including, but not limited to, strategic planning, NCAA compliance, sport oversight, budget development and management, and student-athlete welfare.
• Demonstrate commitment to Inclusive Excellence as an expression of the Catholic Benedictine Values and identity of the College;
• Travel and weekend/evening work as required to fulfill job responsibilities.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
• Experience with office software
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures
• Ability to travel throughout the United States

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous fundraising experience working directly with donors
• Knowledge of Division III athletics and particularly the MIAC conference
• Understanding of fundraising techniques
• Knowledge of tax guidelines regarding charitable giving

The College of St. Scholastica

Advancement Officer for Athletics

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous fundraising experience working directly with donors
• Knowledge of Division III athletics and particularly the MIAC conference
• Understanding of fundraising techniques
• Knowledge of tax guidelines regarding charitable giving

Physical Demands & Working Environment:

The physical demands described herein are representative of those an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone; strength to lift and carry up to 20 pounds.

EEO Statement

The College of St. Scholastica is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an educational and work environment that is supportive of all students, faculty, and staff. The College is committed to building a robust athletics community that reflects the students and communities we serve. Candidates with experiences and perspectives from all backgrounds that contribute to this goal are encouraged to apply.