Athletics Senior Fundraising Leader & Deputy AD

Southern Methodist University

Dallas (TX)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Southern Methodist University is seeking a Deputy Athletic Director/Chief Development Officer for Athletics to lead all philanthropic efforts for Mustang Athletics. You will develop the advancement strategy, manage major gift prospects, and align athletics fundraising with university campaigns and priorities.

This is an on-campus, in-person role. The successful candidate will be a seasoned fundraiser and team leader, capable of building long-range donor relationships and coordinating with

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
Minimum seven (7) years in athletics or related fundraising, with leadership/management experience.
Proven ability to cultivate, solicit, and close major gifts and principal gifts.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement a comprehensive philanthropic strategy for SMU Athletics.
Personally manage a portfolio of principal and major gift prospects and donors.
Lead the Athletics development organization and coordinate with University DEA.
Oversee annual giving, premium seating, donor stewardship and capital project fundraising.

Skills

Fundraising

Major Gifts

Donor Relations

Strategy Leadership

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Raiser's Edge

CRM

Microsoft Office

Job description

This is an on-campus, in-person role. The successful candidate will be a seasoned fundraiser and team leader, capable of building long-range donor relationships and coordinating with

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