Assistant Director of Giving Programs, Seahawk Club

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This position is designated as Exempt from the Human Resources Act (EHRA).

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​Benefits of Working at UNCW

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Want to become a soaring UNCW Seahawk and work at one of the best universities on the East Coast? Want to put your toes in the sand after a day of work? The University of North Carolina Wilmington offers a wonderfully vibrant university community along with a beautiful location just miles from the beach.Employees of UNCW are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other programs, resources, policies, and practices that help to support a work/life balance. Our programs have been designed to provide a variety of choices to best fit your needs and the needs of your family. Full time employees are eligible for dental, vision and health insurance plans. Health insurance benefit plans eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available.Full time employees are also eligible for the tuition waiver program which covers the cost of tuition and fees for up to three (3) undergraduate or graduate courses per academic year at UNCW or any other university within the UNC System. In addition, UNCW covers the cost of tuition and fees for one UNCW course each summer session. As a full time employee, UNCW also offers a free membership to the Campus Recreation Center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, meditation and yoga sessions, voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays, 24 hours of paid community service leave time, paid vacation and sick leave accrual and family medical leave after 12 months of continuous service.We also offer an abundance of training and development programs through our Dare to Learn Academy, and the employee assistance program, many of which are offered free of charge.

Working Title

Assistant Director of Giving Programs, Seahawk Club

External Link to Posting

https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/30082

Vacancy Number

E1052

Position Number

8254

Location of Workplace

Main UNCW Campus

Department

Athletics - 25900

Division

Chancellor - 25000 Division

Brief Summary of Work for this Position

The Assistant Director of Giving Programs, Seahawk Club is a member of a team of development and advancement professionals within a dynamic and growing athletics program. Under the direct leadership of the Executive Director of the Seahawk Club, the Assistant Director will develop and execute targeted strategies to increase alumni and friend giving with a gift level concentration of $1,000 to $10,000; develop and execute targeted strategies for sport specific giving groups; oversee the execution of events and activities; interact with prospects and donors; develop and manage stewardship system; coordinate effective employee and student giving programs; and assist in leading sport specific giving projects.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of one year ofprofessional-level, direct solicitation/fundraising experience Broad knowledge of the principles of fundraising including event planning Ability to participate in all aspects of the gift cycle Strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal, relationship-building, and creative problem-solving skills

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Ability to assess and interpret the needs and wishes of prospective donors and translate these into effective action plans Demonstrated ability to work interdependently and independently in a collaborative environment is vital Demonstrated passion for service excellence, integrity, a positive outlook, commitment to the highest standard of donor ethics, a strong work ethic, self-motivated, and commitment to high performance and dedication to the value of higher education Professional fundraising experience in a Division I university environment Experience in sales, marketing, or communications

Required Certifications or Licensures

N/A

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The UNCW Department of Athletics sponsors 19 varsity sports and competes in NCAA Division I as a member of the Coastal Athletic Association. UNCW Athletics mission is to enrich the University through a commitment to developing leadership qualities among its student-athletes by providing opportunities which support and promote academic excellence, community engagement and competitive success.

College/School Information

University Information

The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state’s coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking and a community rich in diversity, inclusion and global perspectives.A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation’s only bachelor’s degree program focused on coastal engineering.The university’s efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of “Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity” institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.

EEO Statement

At the University of North Carolina at Wilmington (UNCW), our culture reflects our values of inclusion, diversity, globalization, ethics and integrity and innovation and we are committed to providing equality of educational and employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents – except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs. UNCW believes that embracing the unique contributions of our faculty, staff and students is critical to our success and paramount in being recognized for our global mindset.

Eligibility for Employment

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Number of Openings

Special Notes to Applicants

Months Per Year

12 Months

FTE

1.0 (40 hours per week)

Type of Position

Permanent

Anticipated Ending Date if Time-Limited Positions

Job Posting Date

10/17/2023

Posting Close Date

11/10/2023

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Cover Letter 2. Resume Optional Documents

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