Job Description

Position Summary

The Senior Associate Athletic Director for Development provides senior leadership, management, strategic planning, and oversight of its fundraising operations for the CSU Department of Athletics in the areas of philanthropy, development, and major gifts. Employee is responsible for planning and executing a comprehensive strategy to promote and optimize financial support on local, regional, and national levels for CSU Athletics and its 16 NCAA Division I intercollegiate athletics programs.

The Colorado State University Department of Athletics sponsors 16 men’s and women’s intercollegiate sports and competes as a member of the NCAA Division I-FBS. The University is a current member of the Mountain West Conference and future member of the Pac-12 Conference. The University is located in Fort Collins, Colorado, 65 miles north of Denver. More information on the University and its intercollegiate athletics program can be found at www.csurams.com and www.colostate.edu.

Essential Job Duties

• Provide senior leadership, management, strategic planning and oversight for the fundraising operations of the Department.

• Work with Director of Athletics, Athletics executive leadership, and other internal constituents to develop and implement a strategic development plan for the department.

• Maximize philanthropic giving through individual, corporate and foundation giving as well as estate and deferred giving.

• Ensure that all gifts are processed according to CSU Foundation policy and donors are appropriately recognized and stewarded.

• Cultivate and maintain effective relationships with coaches and staff, former CSU student-athletes, donors, alumni, and business and community leaders for the purpose of direct student-athlete support.

• Participate as a member of the Athletics Development unit by attending staff meetings and collaborating on initiatives that serve the best interests of CSU Athletics.

• Maintain comprehensive understanding of unit’s goals, priorities, and supports the department's programs and events.

Job Description

Position Summary

The Senior Associate Athletic Director for Development provides senior leadership, management, strategic planning, and oversight of its fundraising operations for the CSU Department of Athletics in the areas of philanthropy, development, and major gifts. Employee is responsible for planning and executing a comprehensive strategy to promote and optimize financial support on local, regional, and national levels for CSU Athletics and its 16 NCAA Division I intercollegiate athletics programs.

The Colorado State University Department of Athletics sponsors 16 men’s and women’s intercollegiate sports and competes as a member of the NCAA Division I-FBS. The University is a current member of the Mountain West Conference and future member of the Pac-12 Conference. The University is located in Fort Collins, Colorado, 65 miles north of Denver. More information on the University and its intercollegiate athletics program can be found at www.csurams.com and www.colostate.edu.

Essential Job Duties

• Provide senior leadership, management, strategic planning and oversight for the fundraising operations of the Department.

• Work with Director of Athletics, Athletics executive leadership, and other internal constituents to develop and implement a strategic development plan for the department.

• Maximize philanthropic giving through individual, corporate and foundation giving as well as estate and deferred giving.

• Ensure that all gifts are processed according to CSU Foundation policy and donors are appropriately recognized and stewarded.

• Cultivate and maintain effective relationships with coaches and staff, former CSU student-athletes, donors, alumni, and business and community leaders for the purpose of direct student-athlete support.

• Participate as a member of the Athletics Development unit by attending staff meetings and collaborating on initiatives that serve the best interests of CSU Athletics.

• Maintain comprehensive understanding of unit’s goals, priorities, and supports the department's programs and events.

Conditions of Employment

Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver’s License

Supervision

The Senior Associate Athletics Director oversees the Athletics Development full-time staff, interns, and hourly employees when applicable.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree.

• Minimum of five years of progressive fund-raising or development experience with a proven record of success in identifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding special or major gifts from individuals, corporations, and foundations.

• Demonstrated experience with hiring, leading, and motivating a staff of highly qualified and specialized individuals.

• Knowledge of appropriate NCAA rules and regulations and a commitment to conduct all activities in compliance with NCAA, conference, and Colorado State University rules and regulations.

• Demonstrated experience with managing a budget to achieve goals.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent.

• Previous experience in NCAA Division I FBS.

• Experience with fundraising for major and complex capital projects including major facilities.

• Demonstrated knowledge with current and anticipated financial changes in NCAA landscape.

• Experience with software utilized by athletics development offices 

Salary Range

$150,000 -- $185,000

Required Application Documents

To apply, please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Cover Letter, Resume/CV

Employee Benefits

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

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Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO

Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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