Assistant Athletic Director of Annual Giving, UM Athletics

Description

The University of Montana invites applications for an Assistant Athletic Director of Annual Giving for UM Athletics. The Assistant Director will assist in the day-to-day operations of the Grizzly Scholarship Association (GSA) and will be expected to attend Grizzly sporting events and community events both locally and statewide. This role will provide our donor base with exceptional customer service and efficient communication. You will be instrumental in supporting our goal of providing student-athlete scholarships to our Grizzly Student Athletes by building and sustaining the donor base through strategic solicitation, stewardship, and consistent engagement. This position reports to the Associate Director of the GSA.

Athletic Department employees and those University employees outside the Athletic Department with NCAA rules compliance responsibilities are subject at all times to NCAA Bylaws 10.1 and 11.1 regarding ethical conduct and the responsibility to positively contribute to a campus culture of NCAA rules compliance. Failure to conduct oneself as such will result in disciplinary or corrective action up to and including immediate discharge.

Examples of Duties and Responsibilities

• Partner with the Associate Director of GSA for development & implementation of the Annual Plan
• Collaborate with coaches & development team to build and implement annual fundraising plans
• Support execution of all athletic special events, including: Montana Wine & Beer Festival GSA Spring Tour GSA Golf Tournament Auction GSA Tailgates
• Execute consistent donor outreach strategy via email, direct mail and phone calls
• Conduct in-person donor engagement at least twice a week
• Development & Implementation a social media plan
• Assist with sports specific giving

Description

The University of Montana invites applications for an Assistant Athletic Director of Annual Giving for UM Athletics. The Assistant Director will assist in the day-to-day operations of the Grizzly Scholarship Association (GSA) and will be expected to attend Grizzly sporting events and community events both locally and statewide. This role will provide our donor base with exceptional customer service and efficient communication. You will be instrumental in supporting our goal of providing student-athlete scholarships to our Grizzly Student Athletes by building and sustaining the donor base through strategic solicitation, stewardship, and consistent engagement. This position reports to the Associate Director of the GSA.

Athletic Department employees and those University employees outside the Athletic Department with NCAA rules compliance responsibilities are subject at all times to NCAA Bylaws 10.1 and 11.1 regarding ethical conduct and the responsibility to positively contribute to a campus culture of NCAA rules compliance. Failure to conduct oneself as such will result in disciplinary or corrective action up to and including immediate discharge.

Examples of Duties and Responsibilities

• Partner with the Associate Director of GSA for development & implementation of the Annual Plan
• Collaborate with coaches & development team to build and implement annual fundraising plans
• Support execution of all athletic special events, including: Montana Wine & Beer Festival GSA Spring Tour GSA Golf Tournament Auction GSA Tailgates
• Execute consistent donor outreach strategy via email, direct mail and phone calls
• Conduct in-person donor engagement at least twice a week
• Development & Implementation a social media plan
• Assist with sports specific giving

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and one (1) to two (2) years of relevant experience in college athletics/professional sports fundraising or sales
• Experience in planning and executing special events
• Effective communications skills (written and oral)
• Ability to establish and maintain relationships with a diverse group of constituents
• Must be able to work under deadlines
• Knowledge of internet and communication technologies/social media
• Demonstrated record of possessing a high degree of integrity and commitment to men and women’s athletics and to the values of inclusivity and diversity
• Ability to demonstrate good judgment and respond quickly and professionally under pressure and in a very open and public environment
• Must be able to work nights and weekends

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s or advanced degree

Additional Information

Position is full-time, 1.0 FTE, Letter of Appointment and includes a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.

Screening of applications will begin after the closing date** ; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.**

A complete application includes:

• Letter of Interest – addressing the stated required skills for the position
• Detailed resume listing education and describing work experience
• Three (3) professional references - Names and contact information

The University of Montana is interested in receiving applications from people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five priorities for action: Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of “mission first, people always"; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story

The Affiliation of the University of Montana (UM Affiliation) is an equal opportunity employer. UM Affiliation does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of protected class status as described in UM’s non-discrimination policy and any applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law.

Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to the offer of employment. In accordance with university regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations.

References: References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. UM partners with SkillSurvey for reference checking. Applicants may receive emails from SkillSurvey to submit reference information.

Testing: Individual hiring departments within the UM Affiliation may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions.

Employment Eligibility: All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM and all affiliated campuses, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9). The University of Montana will require proof of authorization to work in the United States before final hiring. Due to the September 19, 2025 Presidential Proclamation and related guidance from USCIS and the Department of State, the University may be limited in its ability to offer H-1B sponsorship. At this time, we are unable to sponsor new H-1B visas that require payment of the additional fee introduced by the Proclamation.

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