Associate Director of Development - Athletics (Full-Time/Exempt P2 Career Level)
Grinnell College

Grinnell, Iowa

Posted in Retail

$0.00 - $100.00 per hour


Job Info


Job Title:

Associate Director of Development - Athletics (Full-Time/Exempt P2 Career Level)

Department:

Development and Alumni Relations

Job Summary:

ABOUT GRINNELL COLLEGEGrinnell College is a private liberal arts college located in Grinnell, Iowa and is ranked #11 on the U.S. News and World Report's list of Best National Liberal Arts Colleges.Grinnell College is a top ranked Liberal Arts institution that values diversity, equity, inclusion, social justice, intellectual freedom, and social responsibility. We seek candidates that align with these values and have the ability and desire to advance our values and belonging within our community and the communities we engage. Ideal candidates will be prepared to collaborate and contribute to the mission and values of the college across all constituencies.

POSITION SUMMARYDo you have a passion for philanthropy and collegiate athletics? Grinnell College is looking for you! The Associate Director of Development-Athletics will report to the Director of Annual Giving and be an integral part of our team. This role involves cultivating, soliciting and securing gifts at the leadership level and above, for both the athletics department and individual teams. The Associate Director will work closely with Annual Giving staff to develop and execute targeted solicitation strategies for key constituents, including alumni, parents, and families. Additionally, the Associate Director will collaborate with the Director of Athletics and Recreation and team coaches to identify the department's primary needs and align them with donor priorities.
This position requires between 1/3-2/3 of time spent traveling.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Personally solicit alumni to renew and increase giving, conducting face-to-face meetings and virtual meetings.
  • Collaborate with Director prospect management to identify higher engaged athletic supporters
  • Execute strategies culminating in exceeding annual fundraising goals
  • Assist with alumni activities
Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university
  • 5 years or more experience
  • Champion Diversity Equity and Inclusion
  • Strong communication skills in a variety of ways for multiple constituents
  • Exhibit collaboration and organizational abilities
  • Familiarity using CRMs, preferably Raisers Edge
  • Valid Drivers License
  • Willingness to travel frequently and to work some evenings and weekends

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Minimum 5 years demonstrated experience in fundraising, direct sales or marketing
  • Experience in higher education or nonprofit a plus
  • Possess a passion for sports and deep understanding of the student-athlete experience
Link to Job Description:

Associate Director of Development Athletics

FLSA Category:

Exempt

Staff/Faculty:

Staff

Employment Status:

Full-Time

Employment Category:

Regular

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Selected candidate must successfully pass a background check prior to first day of employment.

Open Until Filled:

No

Posting Number:

S01113

Diversity Statement:

Grinnell College is committed to establishing and maintaining a safe and nondiscriminatory educational and working environment for all College community members. It is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in matters of admission, employment, and housing, and in access to and participation in its education programs, services, and activities. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, religion, disability, creed or any other protected class. Discrimination and harassment on any of the bases covered by state or federal antidiscrimination statutes is unlawful and a violation of Grinnell College policy.



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