The Assistant Athletics Director for Development & Donor Relations leads the Donor Relations team, focusing on first-class donor relations. This role reports to the Associate AD for Development and will have direct reports and overseeing gift processing, donor reporting, donor stewardship, marketing initiatives, donor outreach, and communications plans.
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communication, Public Relations, English, or a related field, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Five years experience in fundraising, marketing, sales, business, public relations, annual, corporate or foundation giving which includes two years of budgeting and supervisory experience. Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills required. Experience in grant or proposal writing, public speaking, a background working with print and/or electronic media, an understanding of university fundraising practices and personnel management is preferred.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
The University of Utah, located in Salt Lake City is a large public university set in the foothills of the Wasatch Mountain range. Inspiring views complement the vast opportunities the campus provides. On July 1, 2024, the University of Utah became a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university is only minutes away from world-class ski resorts, and rugged mountain bike trails the U attracts a wide range of sports enthusiasts.