Associate Director/ Director of Resource Development

Waco, TX, United States

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Associate Director/ Director of Resource Development

Waco, TX, United States

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What We Are Looking For

The Associate Director/Director of Resource Development serves in the Division of Athletics and reports to the Associate Athletic Director of the Bear Foundation. The position will be apart of the Leadership Annual Giving Team of the Bear Foundation and serve as a gift officer with a primary focus on new annual gifts of $10,000 - $49,999 and increasing current gifts.  Additionally, this position is responsible for assisting with Bear Foundation annual fund operations, to include: Day to day ticket/membership operations, event assistance, customer service, premium seating, stewardship, sport-specific fundraising, and financial reporting. 

The Bear Foundation is the primary fundraising organization for Baylor Athletics and supports 500 plus student-athletes across all 19 intercollegiate sports. Our mission is to provide scholarship funds for Baylor's student-athletes and to support and promote the interest and welfare of Baylor Athletics. 

The generosity of our Bear Foundation members helps offset the high cost of scholarships for Baylor student-athletes, along with many other costs associated with running an elite athletic program. From academics and athletic performance to spiritual growth and community involvement, your giving helps us in our mission of Preparing Champions for Life. 

The department's ability to carry out the vision of Preparing Champions for Life hinges on a collective commitment to live by One Standard - to faithfully steward the authentic pursuit of competitive excellence through Christ. In upholding this standard, the department has committed to be in One Accord on six scripturally based operating principles and 18 associated core values. 
 
We will do our serviceable and personal best - Ecclesiastes 9:10 
Purpose | Perseverance | Preeminence 
 
We will commit to principled innovation - Romans 12:2  
Reflection | Aspiration | Advancement 
 
We will master fundamentals and pursue excellence - Ephesians 2:10 
Intent | Equip | Championships 
 
We will treat one another with dignity and respect - Colossians 3:12-14  
Service | Love | Truth 
 
We will welcome vulnerability and accountability - Psalm 139:23-24 
Inclusivity | Humility | Trust 
 
We will make all decisions in accordance with governing regulations - Galatians 6:9 
Virtue | Transparent | Vigilance 

 

Education and Experience Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s Degree and 3 or more years of experience is required.
• _ Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. _ 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Requirements: 

• Relationship building. 

• Communication 

• Portfolio management. 

• Donor discovery, qualification, and solicitation strategies. 

• Annual fund operations. 

• Premium seating. 

• Microsoft excel, Paciolan ticket systems, and salesforce experience preferred. 

• Quality customer service. 

• Demonstrated ability to excel in a team setting. 

What You Will Do

Resource Development

• Assist with the planning and execution of the Bear Foundation’s leadership annual giving program and is accountable for meeting or exceeding departmental and personal fundraising metrics. Primary focus will be on annual gifts of $10,000 - $49,999 

Customer Service and Retention

• Assist with customer service and retention efforts cultivating annual fund giving.  

Operational

• Provide event assistance. 

Compliance

• Maintain working knowledge of and adherence to all NCAA, Big 12 Conference, and institution rules and regulations and to communicate immediately any possible infractions of such rules and regulations to the Athletics Compliance staff. 

Other Duties

• Other program duties as requested by the Director of Athletics or the area head. 
• Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor’s mission.
• Ability to comply with University policies.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family’s wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus.  To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

Explore & Engage

Learn more about Baylor and our strategic vision, Baylor in Deeds.  Also, explore our great hometown of Waco and the many opportunities to engage locally.  If you are new to Central Texas, This is Waco!

About Us

Baylor University is a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, Baylor is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor’s commitment to equal opportunity and respect of others does not undermine the validity and effect of the constitutional and statutory protections for its religious liberty, including, without limitation, the religious organization exemption under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the religious exemption to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and the Free Exercise Clause of the First Amendment to the United States Constitution, among others.    Baylor encourages women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply. EEO/M/F/Vets/Disabled

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Job Info

• Job Identification 17725
  
• Job Category Staff
  
• Posting Date 10/18/2024, 09:12 PM
  
• Degree Level Bachelor
  
• Job Schedule Full time
  

• Locations 1500 S University Parks Drive, Waco, TX, 76706, US

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