Development Associate - Athletics

| | | Position: Development Associate - Athletics | |

Location:

Conway, AR

| | Job Id: 2025-Dev-Ath | | # of Openings: 1 | |

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| | | Position: Development Associate - Athletics | |

Location:

Conway, AR

| | Job Id: 2025-Dev-Ath | | # of Openings: 1 | |

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Development Associate - Athletics

Hendrix College is seeking a dynamic and motivated Development Associate – Athletics to join our Advancement team. This position plays a vital role in supporting the College’s fundraising efforts for Athletics, helping to enhance the student-athlete experience and strengthen athletic programs through philanthropic support. This is a full-time, 12-month administrative staff position reporting to the Executive Director of Development. The annual salary range is $55,000-$60,000, commensurate with education and experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and manage relationships with alumni, parents, and friends of the College to increase support for Hendrix Athletics.
• Develop and execute donor engagement strategies, including personal outreach, solicitations, and stewardship.
• Collaborate with coaches and athletic staff to identify fundraising priorities and align donor interests.
• Support and coordinate athletic fundraising events and campaigns.
• Prepare donor communications, proposals, and impact reports.
• Maintain accurate donor records and activity tracking in the College’s CRM system.
• Assist with annual giving initiatives and multi-channel campaigns focused on Athletics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Experience in fundraising, sales, marketing, or related field preferred.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Passion for athletics and understanding of the role of sports in a liberal arts college setting.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with CRM systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Willingness to travel and work occasional evenings and weekends.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in higher education or nonprofit fundraising.
• Familiarity with NCAA Division III athletics.
• Demonstrated success in donor engagement or volunteer management.

Why Join Hendrix?

Hendrix College offers a collaborative and mission-driven work environment, competitive benefits, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students. As part of the Advancement team, you’ll help shape the future of Hendrix Athletics and contribute to the College’s legacy of excellence.

To Apply:
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references via Hendrix College’s employment portal. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Hendrix College strives to maintain an environment free from discrimination and harassment, where members of the Hendrix Community treat each other with respect, dignity and courtesy. The College adheres to the principle of equal educational and employment opportunity without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or national origin.

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