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Working TitleSenior Associate Athletic Director for Development

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person

Research Professional PositionNo

Posting Number202401767AP

Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification TitleSenior Management I

Number of Vacancies

Work Hours/Week40

Proposed Annual Salary Range$150,000 -- $185,000

Employee Benefits

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Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on10/21/2024

Description of Work Unit

Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities.

The Colorado State University Department of Athletics sponsors 16 men’s and women’s intercollegiate sports and competes as a member of the NCAA Division I- FBS . The University is a current member of the Mountain West Conference and future member of the Pac-12 Conference. The University is located in Fort Collins, Colorado, 65 miles north of Denver. More information on the University and its intercollegiate athletics program can be found at www.csurams.com and www.colostate.edu.

Position Summary

The Senior Associate Athletic Director for Development provides senior leadership, management, strategic planning, and oversight of its fundraising operations for the CSU Department of Athletics in the areas of philanthropy, development, and major gifts. Employee is responsible for planning and executing a comprehensive strategy to promote and optimize financial support on local, regional, and national levels for CSU Athletics and its 16 NCAA Division I intercollegiate athletics programs.

Required Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in communications, sports management, business, marketing, management, liberal arts, sociology, public relations or any other field related to duties and responsibilities.

• Minimum of five years of progressive fund-raising/development experience with a proven record of success in identifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding special or major gifts from individuals, corporations and foundations.

• Demonstrated skill in developing and attaining fundraising goals.

• Experience with hiring, leading, and motivating a staff of highly qualified and specialized individuals.

• Demonstrated ability to work successfully with internal and external constituencies.

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.

• Previous development or fundraising experience in intercollegiate athletics.

• Demonstrate a continuous high level of initiative, creativity and energy.

• Ability to work autonomously, prioritize projects and duties; assign responsibilities; meet deadlines; and deliver results.

• Knowledge of appropriate NCAA rules and regulations and a commitment to conduct all activities in compliance with NCAA , conference, and Colorado State University rules and regulations.

• Ability to act responsibly and ethically within the parameters of institutional control.

• Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Previous experience in NCAA Division I FBS .

• Experience with fundraising for major and complex capital projects including major facilities.

• Demonstrated knowledge with current and anticipated financial changes in NCAA landscape.

• Experience with software programs utilized by athletics development offices such as Salesforce.

Diversity Statement

Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Essential Duties

Job Duty CategorySenior Leadership

Duty/Responsibility

• Provide senior leadership, management, strategic planning and oversight for the fundraising operations of the Department.

• Work with Director of Athletics, Athletics executive leadership, and other internal constituents to develop and implement a strategic development plan for the department.

• Maximize philanthropic giving through individual, corporate and foundation giving as well as estate and deferred giving.

• Plan and execute a comprehensive strategy to promote and optimize philanthropic support on local, regional and national levels.

• Promote major gift opportunities aligned with the priorities and strategic plan identified by the Department of Athletics.

• Serve as a member of the Department’s Executive Leadership team.

• Oversee the budget for the Athletics Development unit.

• Serve as the sports administrator for Div. I intercollegiate sports program(s) as assigned, working closely with head coach, staff and student-athletes in the overall oversight and development of the program.

• Be knowledgeable of NCAA and conference rules and regulations, promptly report any knowledge of rules violations, and contribute proactively to the Department’s culture of compliance.

Percentage Of Time40

Job Duty CategoryManagement

Duty/Responsibility

• Manage a major gift donors/prospects portfolio for the purpose of developing leadership giving and providing private support to fund capital priorities and endowments.

• Design and manage annual and capital campaigns.

• Work closely and collaboratively with the Athletic Marketing and Ticket Offices in executing an annual premium and priority seating program.

• Recruit, hire, train, lead, motivate, and evaluate highly qualified staff to achieve measurable fundraising goals.

• Ensure and maintain, with assistance from staff, that Athletics Development unit is an inclusive environment.

• Work closely with all 16-varsity sports in enhancing their sports giving and alumni/booster clubs.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Percentage Of Time20

Job Duty CategoryEngagement and Collaboration

Duty/Responsibility

• Ensure that all gifts are processed according to CSU Foundation policy and that donors are appropriately recognized and stewarded

• Collaborate with University Advancement in all areas of development, including planned gift arrangements that require tax or estate planning

• Work closely with University Advancement to ensure cooperation with other development professionals throughout the University

• Collaborate on the management of any re-seating/indexing of current and future venues for the department

• Cultivate and maintain effective relationships with former athletes, boosters, alumni, business and community leaders and other constituent groups.

Percentage Of Time20

Job Duty CategoryDirect Student-Athlete Support

Duty/Responsibility

• Develop and execute strategic vision for donor cultivation and fundraising for direct student-athlete support as permitted by the NCAA .

• Collaborate with external unit, University Advancement, Alumni, and other campus partners for donor/prospect portfolios and engagement with donors for giving and private support.

• Cultivate and maintain effective relationships with former CSU student-athletes, donors, alumni, and business and community leaders for the purpose of direct student-athlete support.

Percentage Of Time20

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

To apply, please upload a cover letter that addresses the required and preferred job qualifications, a resume, and the contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.

Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)

Search Contactath_athleticjobs@mail.colostate.edu

EEO Statement

Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity (https://oeo.colostate.edu/) is located in 101 Student Services.

The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,titleix@colostate.edu.

The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to theOffice of Civil Rights, Department of Education (https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/howto.html) .

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

References Requested

References Requested

Minimum Requested3

Maximum Requested3

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have a bachelor's degree in communications, sports management, business, marketing, management, liberal arts, sociology, public relations or any other field related to duties and responsibilities?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have a minimum of five years of progressive fund-raising/development experience?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have previous development or fundraising experience in intercollegiate athletics?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Resume

Optional Documents