Assistant Director of Athletics, Major Gifts or Director of Major Gifts
University of Illinois

Job Info

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Assistant Director of Athletics, Major Gifts or Director of Major Gifts

Division Intercollegiate Athletics

The Division of Intercollegiate Athletics (DIA) invites applications for an Assistant Director of Athletics, Major Gifts or Director of Major Gifts to support development operations. In addition, the Assistant Director of Athletics, Major Gifts or Director of Major Gifts will play a critical role in supporting the broader strategic priorities of the DIA, and ultimately this position will help foster a life-changing experience for student-athletes.

Since 1892, DIA has operated on the campus of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to support its intercollegiate athletic programs. Today, DIA supports 21 intercollegiate varsity sports which compete as a part of the Big Ten Conference and the National Collegiate Athletic Association. DIA provides the resources for over 500 student-athletes to participate at the highest levels of their respective sports. This extensive support ecosystem includes over 35 departments employing over 300 dedicated staff members including 80 plus varsity coaches working collaboratively to provide individualized championship-caliber opportunities to our student-athletes, in the classroom, in the competitive arena, and in personal and professional development, to enhance their growth and life preparation. The DIA mission is to Unify, Develop, Inspire, and Achieve, for the benefit of our student-athletes, our university, and our broader community.

DIA has set forth six strategic priorities to help guide and advance its overarching mission: Championship people, championship mindset; strategic innovation and investment; athletic success; financial sustainability; win championships; community engagement and enrichment. Together, these priorities present a cohesive vision for the direction of the department.

Organizational Relationship
This position will report to the Chief Development Officer.

Job Summary
The position is responsible for the identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of prospective and current major gift donors for the Division of Intercollegiate Athletics (DIA) to support a life changing student-athlete experience.

For a complete list of duties and responsibilities, you can view the complete Job Description - Director of Major Gifts or Job Description - AD of Athletics, Major Gifts

Job Summary
The position is responsible for the identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of prospective and current major gift donors for the Division of Intercollegiate Athletics (DIA) to support a life changing student-athlete experience.

Physical Demands

Talking : Constantly

Hearing : Constantly

Additional Physical Demands
Will travel and work nights and weekends.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: • Required: Bachelor's degree Experience: • Required: 1 - 3 years' experience in administration of athletics. Specific experience in development, revenue generations and/or ticket sales

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Division I intercollegiate athletics preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Maintain knowledge of and compliance with, specific NCAA, Big Ten Conference, and institution rules that relate to this position; • Computer proficiency with the ability to work with large, complex databases such as Spectra, Ballerna, Blackbaud, and Microsoft Office • Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills • Possess an exceptional ability to represent an organization in one-on-one visits with constituents • Basic understanding of leadership annual giving, major donor prospect qualifications, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship • Knowledge of budgeting, and general business administration Championship Mindset and Expectations • Understands and displays professionalism and integrity that builds and maintains trust between student-athletes and fellow DIA staff; • Prioritizes and contributes to the life changing student-athlete experience; • Adheres to University, DIA, Big Ten, and NCAA rules and regulations; • Commitment to the Athletics Department and University's mission and values; • Flexible to various scheduling to include nights, weekend work and some holidays, team travel; and • Maintain professional competency and skills required for professional practice.

Impact in Your First Year

Within 3 months, you will:
Become familiar with the strategic vision and priorities of DIA and Fighting Illini sport programs;
Become familiar with campus CRM advancement software;
Meet your assigned Prospect Development Analyst and begin work within your portfolio;
Attend professional development and networking activities for newcomers within Advancement; and
Be introduced to fundraising fundamentals terminology adopted from Plus Delta Partners.

Within 6 months, you will:
Begin cultivating relationships with key prospects/donors/alumni and fans in an effort to create and implement solicitation and engagement strategies; and
Be able to share multiple meaningful impact stories of transformative gifts.

By the end of the first year, you will:
Cooperatively set annual goals with your supervisor and portfolio management team;
Continue portfolio growth of qualified prospects and successful solicitation strategies;
Receive one-on-one coaching from People & Culture to help transition to your new role;
Build a robust network of colleagues across campus; and
Successfully met a set of metric goals and objectives.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 5/13/2024. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (CST) on April 11, 2024. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact Krissy Doran at kdoran@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

Become an Illinois professional at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and be part of a dynamic community dedicated to making a positive impact on both local and global scales, advancing knowledge, and fostering creativity. Learn more about why YOU should join us.

DIA believes that athletics provides a forum to bring together people across all spectra of identities. We are committed to welcoming, affirming, and celebrating students, coaches, staff, and spectators of all races and ethnicities, sexes, religions, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and abilities. DIA's mission is to unify, develop, inspire, and achieve. It is no mistake that "Unify" is our first priority, a priority which requires a level of empathy and respect to create a culture of community, inclusivity, and belonging. Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are a part of who we are and a standard that we are all responsible for upholding.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify .

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal , or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu .

Requisition ID: 1023759
Job Category: Administrative
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu

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