Assistant Athletic Director/Sr. Director of Development

University of California; Conway (AR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Central Arkansas is seeking an Assistant Athletic Director/Sr. Director of Development to lead fundraising efforts for the athletics department. This role reports to the Director of Athletics and drives annual giving programs and major gift initiatives.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree with nights/weekends travel, and a master’s degree is preferred, along with experience in sales, fundraising, or related fields. Open dates indicate an ongoing recruitment process.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Nights, weekends, and travel are essential.
• Master’s degree preferred, with applicable experience in sales, fundraising or related field.

Responsibilities

• Plan, lead, and execute annual fundraising goals for Central Arkansas Athletics.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit and steward current and prospective annual fund donors.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit and steward current and prospective UCA Lettermen’s Club members.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit and steward major giving prospects for facility and capital projects, scholarships and endowments.
• Develop and coordinate annual fundraising events, stewardship plans, and fundraising materials.
• Collaborate with University Advancement on current and future fundraising initiatives.
• Work with 18 varsity teams to meet departmental fundraising goals.
• Ensure compliance with NCAA, ASUN, and institutional rules.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Problem solving

Emotional intelligence

Donor management software

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Job description

Assistant Athletic Director/Sr. Director of Development

Will this position be Onsite, Remote, or Hybrid?

Will this position be Onsite, Remote, or Hybrid? Onsite

Position Information

Posting Number

Posting Number NC0862026

Working Title

Working Title Assistant Athletic Director/Sr. Director of Development

Department Org

Department Org 150000 - Office-Director of Athletics

Why should you work at UCA?

We are excited that you are considering joining the UCA Family—the faculty, staff, students and alumni—who make the University of Central Arkansas a great place to work!
At the University of Central Arkansas, we value our employees striving to maintain a work-life balance. We realize that this affects the overall well-being of employees while learning to prioritize challenging work and the ability to make a difference. Participation in university-wide flexible work schedules may be available for certain positions. Training is provided on systems or job‑specific software, and tools are available supporting professional and personal development. The benefits package allows you to customize your benefits to meet your current needs, with the ability to adjust them as your priorities change. This includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, 80% tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a retirement program with university contributions of 10% of employee salary. Also available are health and wellness incentives, as well as access to sports and cultural activities on campus for the family, free gym membership and equipment rentals.

Position Summary

TheAssistant Athletic Director/Sr. DirectorforDevelopmentreports to the Director of Athletics and serves as a member of the department staff that is committed to excellence and advancing the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics through its strategic plan and vision.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Work with Director of Athletics to plan, lead, and execute annual fundraising goals and efforts for Central Arkansas Athletics.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit and steward current and prospective annual fund donors.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit and steward current and prospective UCA Lettermen’s Club members.
• Work with Director of Athletics to identify, cultivate, solicit and steward major giving prospects for, but not limited to, facility and capital improvement projects, scholarship and operational endowments, and programmatic support.
• Develop and coordinate annual fundraising events, stewardship plans, recognition programs, and fundraising material consistent with the goals of Central Arkansas Athletics.
• Serving as liaison to and work in a highly collaborative fashion with University Advancement on current and future fundraising initiatives.
• Work directly with the athletic departments 18 varsity teams in meeting departmental and programmatic fundraising goals.
• Achievedevelopmentmetrics set forth by University Advancement and Central Arkansas Athletics.
• Comply with all NCAA , United Athletic Conference, ASUN Conference, and institutional rules and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal, writing, communication, problem solving, and emotional skills.
• Experience with and knowledge of various computer-based software for, but not limited to, donor management is preferred.

Skills Considered Essential for Success

-Knowledge of the organization and administration of higher education.
-Knowledge of state, federal, and university rules, regulations and procedures.
-Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment.
-Ability to work collaboratively and independently with common goals as a part of a team.
-Ability to make sound judgments.
-Effective interpersonal communication, writing, and organizational abilities.
-Civility in all interactions.
-Demonstrate effective follow-up.

Required Education and/or Experience

Bachelor’s Degree required
Nights, weekends, and ability to travel are essential

Preferred Education and/or Experience

Master’s Degree preferred, with applicable experience in sales, fundraising or a related field

University, Campus, and Community Description

Thank you for your interest in employment at the University of Central Arkansas.
Founded in 1907, UCA has an enrollment of more than 10,000 students and employs over 1,300 full-time employees. The university offers more than 85 undergraduate and 59 graduate certificate and degree programs, including doctoral programs in five disciplines. UCA is proud of its tradition of teaching excellence and its contributions in research, scholarship, and creative activities.

Desired start date 08/16/2026

Position Summary and Qualifications

License(s)/Certifications

Physical Demands Checklist

Physical Exertion

This position may be subject to a pre‑employment criminal, sex‑offender registry, financial history background check and drug screening. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication and/or adverse financial history alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background checks and drug screening information will be used in a confidential, non‑discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

UCA EEO Statement

The University of Central Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. In keeping with its nondiscrimination policy in employment, admissions and other functions and programs, the university considers employees and students on the basis of individual merit and will not discriminate against a person on the basis of gender, race or color, ethnicity, religion, spiritual beliefs, national origin, age, familial status, socioeconomic background, sexual orientation, disability, political beliefs, intellectual perspective, genetic information, military status, or other factors irrelevant to participation in its programs.

Open Date

Open Date 09/11/2026

Close Date

Close Date 09/18/2026

Open Until Filled No

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