Senior Major Gifts Officer- Athletics

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Position Information

Requisition Number

S3701P

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Requisition Number

S3701P

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Home Org Name

Athletic Development TUF Contract

Division Name

Director Intercollegiate Athletics

Position Title

Senior Major Gifts Officer- Athletics

Job Class Code

OA44

Appointment Status

Full-time

Part-time FTE

Limited Term

No

Limited Term Length

Job Summary

Make your mark in advancing our mission through strategic fundraising with Auburn University Athletics!

Auburn University Athletics seeks a

Senior Major Gifts Officer

to design and implement strategic fundraising strategies to secure gifts of $1 million or more annually, enabling the unit to fulfill its mission and implement its programs and initiatives. You will also provide leadership, mentorship, and performance coaching within the unit, ensuring a high-performance team environment.

Why Should

YOU

Choose Auburn University?

Auburn University was named a “Best in Alabama” employer by Forbes!

Our employee longevity speaks for itself, with employees staying an average of ten years.

Competitive state benefits

including retirement plan vesting at 10 years of service, generous leave accrual, and parental leave opportunity.

Auburn University tuition assistance for yourself and your dependents.

Employees can take 15 hours of classes for free, and dependents receive a 50% tuition waiver.

It’s a Lifestyle:

The Auburn/Opelika area is a page right out of Southern Living magazine with an idyllic small-town feel, perfecting a unique balance between a close-knit community and driving consistent growth and development. Paralleling the exponential growth of Auburn University, the Auburn/Opelika area boasts services and amenities that cater to any interest. We’re proud of our top school systems, city services, award-winning restaurants, and the infectious spirit of life in a college town. You can find us nestled halfway between the beach and the mountains in a lower-cost-of-living area, two hours outside of Atlanta or Birmingham. If you’re new to Auburn, we’d love to introduce you. If you’re already acquainted with Auburn, we’ll keep it simple: it’s time to come home!

Our Commitment:

Auburn University is committed to a diverse and inclusive campus environment. Visit auburn.edu/inclusion to learn more about our commitment to expanding equity and inclusion for all.

Essential Functions

Designs and implements fundraising strategies to meet the college’s annual and long-term needs.

Targets gifts of $1 million or more to the Division to reach individual and unit goals.

Completes between 100-140 significant face-to-face visits annually. Focuses on advancing prospects to close gifts.

Presents proposals or makes solicitations to secure private support to meet individual goals and goals of the constituency.

Provides leadership and/or mentoring to the constituent unit.

Creates and fosters an environment conducive to high performance and a cohesive team.

Sets a positive example through actions.

Monitors monthly gift and pledge totals.

Works with staff to strategize on solicitation and closing gifts.

Coaches employees to improve performance and provides effective guidance and feedback to employees. Creates a learning environment, involves others and delegates appropriately, while dealing effectively with others in a conflict situation.

Conducts annual performance plans and evaluations with staff, as assigned.

Plans and/or attends events as a representative of the constituency as necessary to provide cultivation for probable donors and stewardship of donors.

Organizes function(s) including food and beverage, audio/visual, programming, etc., according to departmental procedures and within established guidelines when necessary.

Provides stewardship to include acknowledging donors, showing gratitude and demonstrating impact, and participating/attending events and functions.

Participates in Constituency, Central Development, and Professional Development Meetings and Activities.

Attends required special training provided or recommended by the Central Development Office,

AVP

, Director and/or Human Resources, and may include onsite or a regional or national conference as approved by the Dean/Director and AVPs.

Updates and informs Director of Development and other staff of goal status, new plans, and proposals.

Prepares budget with input provided by Director.

Reviews and approves financial records, vouchers, and acquisitions.

Analyzes information necessary to plan and complete projects and assignments.

Requires frequent travel and meetings on and off campus during regular and non-traditional business hours. Expected to operate with high levels of autonomy.

Minimum Qualifications

| Minimum Qualifications |
- Bachelor’s degree - 7 or more years of gift solicitation experience, development, fundraising, or marketing with at least 2 or more years in a higher education setting. - A demonstrated record of successful major gift solicitations and experience designing and executing donor identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship strategies. |

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

| Minimum Skills and Abilities |
- Knowledge of business acumen and office procedures; - Knowledge of advanced concepts, practices and procedures in the areas of fundraising, sales, marketing, recruiting, and public relations - Must have the ability to adapt and respond appropriately to situations involving concurrent tasks. | | Minimum Technology Skills | | | Minimum License and Certifications |
- Must have a valid Driver’s License. |

Desired Qualifications

| Desired Qualifications | |

Posting Detail Information

| Salary Range | $82,600-$156,900 | | Job Category | Auburn Advancement | | Working Hours if Non-Traditional | | | City position is located in: | Auburn | | State position is located: | AL | | List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position | | | Posting Date | 06/13/2024 | | Closing Date | | | EEO Statement |
Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law. | | Special Instructions to Applicants | | | Quick Link for Internal Postings | https://www.auemployment.com/postings... |

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents 1. Resume Optional Documents 1. Cover Letter

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Please select how you first became aware of this opportunity. Your response helps us determine how we can more effectively reach our candidates.

   • LinkedIn
   • AcademicKeys
   • The Chronicle of Higher Education
   • DiversityJobs
   • HigherEdJobs
   • HERC (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
   • Indeed
   • RecruitMilitary
   • The Tuskegee News
   • Professional organization or journal
   • Veterans Assistance Services
   • Disability Assistance Services
   • State Employment Service
   • Social Media
   • AU Job Bulletin
   • Notified by an Auburn employee
   • College or university Career Services
   • I went to the AU Employment Website directly (www.auemployment.com)
   • Other

2. * Please select the answer that best describes your current employment relationship with Auburn University:

   • Current full-time Auburn or AUM employee within probationary period
   • Current full-time Auburn or AUM employee outside of probationary period
   • Current part-time Auburn or AUM employee
   • Not an Auburn or AUM employee

3. * Do you have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution?

   • Yes
   • No
   • Will obtain within 6 months

4. * Do you have 7 years of gift solicitation, development, fundraising, or marketing experience with at least 2 or more years in a higher education setting?

   • Yes
   • No

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