Athletic Fundraising Leader — Annual Giving

University of North Texa; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Texas seeks an Assistant Athletic Director for the Annual Fund to oversee the Mean Green Athletic Fund renewal, coordinate internal fundraising and promotional activities, and enhance donor retention and engagement for UNT Athletics.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and at least four years in fundraising or donor relations, with strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills; schedule includes evenings and weekend events, with some travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and four years of professional fundraising experience.
• Experience in donor relations, public relations, or sales educational background.
• Ability to manage fundraising campaigns and donor engagement strategies.

Responsibilities

• Oversees MGAF renewal process and internal fundraising campaigns.
• Manages MGAF operations including donor database, CRM, gifts, and communications.
• Develops marketing materials and multi-channel campaigns for donor engagement.
• Oversees donor stewardship, benefits, and fundraising events.
• Cultivates relationships with MGAF donors to secure annual, major, and capital gifts.

Skills

Fundraising leadership

Donor relations

Annual giving

Communications

Staff mentoring

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Paciolan

Job description

University of North Texas seeks an Assistant Athletic Director for the Annual Fund to oversee the Mean Green Athletic Fund renewal, coordinate internal fundraising and promotional activities, and enhance donor retention and engagement for UNT Athletics.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and at least four years in fundraising or donor relations, with strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills; schedule includes evenings and weekend events, with some travel as needed.